Watson Road, Observatory Hill, The Rocks,
Sydney, NSW 2000, Australia
02 9921 3485
The historical building in itself is worth the visit, but the nightly stargazing here is simply awesome. Great for kids.
Ticket
Daytime admission for a self-guided visit to the gardens and the Observatory exhibitions: free entry
A ticket must be purchased for telescope towers, telescope viewings and 3D theatre sessions.
Telescope/3D theatre sessions day charges:
Adult: AUD 10
Child (4-15): AUD 8
Concession: AUD 8
Family (2+2;1+3): AUD 26
Telescope/3D theatre sessions night charges:
Adult: AUD 18
Child (4-15): AUD 12
Concession: AUD 14
Family (2+2;1+3): AUD 50
Day visit:
Open daily: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
New Year's Eve: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Good Friday
Christmas Day
Boxing Day holidays: closed
Night visit:
Open nightly: Mon - Sat
Bookings are necessary.
Night telescope/3D theatre session:
Apr - Sept: 6:15 p.m.
8:15 p.m.
Oct
Nov: 8:15 p.m.
Dec
Jan: 8:30 p.m.
Feb
Mar: 8:15 p.m.