The dome screen diameter is roughly 22 meters, providing a 360-degree viewing experience.
The 8K projection system offers four times the resolution of standard 4K cinema projectors.
The theater was built on the site of the former Badouzi fishing port powerhouse.
It is one of the few theaters in Taiwan specifically equipped for high-fidelity large-format 3D oceanographic content.
The 8K Ocean Theater is a specialized IMAX-style cinema facility located within the National Museum of Marine Science and Technology in Keelung, Taiwan. It features a massive hemispherical dome screen that utilizes high-definition 8K projection technology to display immersive ocean-themed documentaries. The theater is engineered to provide a fully encompassing visual experience, specifically designed to simulate the sensation of being underwater. It serves as an educational extension of the museum, focusing on marine biology, conservation, and geological history. The architecture of the building reflects a modern industrial design consistent with the surrounding harbor area. The facility operates daily screenings that rotate throughout the year.
The exterior staircase and the futuristic spherical architecture of the theater entrance.
Arrive early to secure seats near the center for the most immersive perspective of the dome screen.
Check the screening schedule online in advance, as the content rotation changes seasonally.
Pair your visit with the main exhibition building to have a comprehensive context for the films shown.
Do not wait until you arrive at the ticket office to check the schedule, as popular shows may sell out.
Closed on Mondays, except for national holidays. Occasional maintenance closures occur during early winter months.
Maintain silence during the screening; refrain from using mobile devices as the light reflecting on the dome is highly distracting to other guests.
