Stargazing Tour with Experienced Astronomer

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Embark on a stargazing adventure in Emu Plains. Join a small group exploration of the night sky led by an experienced astronomer using a state-of-the-art telescope.

See such things as the craters of the moon, Jupiter and its moons, Saturn and its rings, binary stars, clusters of stars, distant galaxies, and nebulae. The guide will lead the group through each of the targets using both the telescope and some ‘naked eye’ observing, provide details of what is being observed, and give insights into many more of the wondrous things that can be seen in the night sky.

General astronomy sessions are held throughout the year – mainly on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Additional sessions will depend upon demand. Western Sydney Stargazing also offers bookings for private groups (minimum 10 people), and for special occasions such as birthdays and marriage proposals, corporate events, and school and Scout groups.

What's Included

Insights into the night sky
Experienced astronomer/guide
Observation of the moon, planets, stars, and nebulae
Use of a state-of-the-art telescope
90-min astronomy tour
Transport to/from site

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our astronomy observing nights are held in the grounds of the historic Arms of Australia Inn Museum on the corner of the Great Western Highway and Gardenia Avenue in Emu Plains. Parking and entrance to the site is off Gardenia Avenue

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
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    During one of our tours, participants will be led by an experienced guide through an exploration of the night sky using a state-of-the-art telescope. Participants will be able to see (depending upon the time of year) such things as the craters of the moon, Jupiter and its moons, Saturn and its rings, binary stars, clusters of stars, and nebulae. The guide will lead the group through each of the targets using both the telescope and some ‘naked eye’ observing, provide details of what is being observed, and give insights into many more of the wondrous things that can be seen in the night sky.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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