The Virtual Solar System Highlights: A Self-Guided Driving Tour

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1 to 2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore the Astronomy Capital of Australia on a driving tour from Coonabarabran's Visitor Centre to Siding Spring Observatory.

• See 6 of the 9 three-dimensional planet models displayed on huge billboards along the world’s largest Virtual Solar System Drive
• Hear from producer Marnie Ogg, the director of Dark Sky Traveller and special guest Fred Watson, Astronomer-in-Charge of Australia's biggest telescope for 20 years
• Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before and after your booking date
• Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

What's Included

VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Lifetime access to this tour in English
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Smartphone and headphones
Food and drink
Transportation

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point

The tour ends at Siding Spring Observatory. There is another audio tour that you can purchase which takes you around the Observatory.

What to expect

The tour starts outside the Coonabarabran Visitors Centre. You'll hear about the tour, how it works using the VoiceMap app and about the virtual solar system drive.

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by VoiceMap Audio Tours

Tags

Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Historical Tours
Car Tours
Virtual Experiences
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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