Stardome Observatory & Planetarium
Escape the cold with a cosy planetarium show and clear winter stargazing.
670 Manukau Road, One Tree Hill, Auckland 1023
Planning a visit to Stardome Observatory & Planetarium
Is Stardome Observatory & Planetarium free?
No — Stardome Observatory & Planetarium charges around $11 per child. Adult and family pricing is on the venue's own website.
How long do families usually spend at Stardome Observatory & Planetarium?
Allow about 1.5 hours. That is the typical visit we plan around — younger kids often want to leave sooner, older ones later.
What ages is Stardome Observatory & Planetarium good for?
It suits roughly ages 4 to 17. Outside that range kids tend to either miss the point or get bored.
Does Stardome Observatory & Planetarium have toilets, parking and somewhere to eat?
It has parking, toilets and a picnic area, but no café on site. Bring lunch — there is somewhere to sit and eat it.
Is Stardome Observatory & Planetarium pram and buggy friendly?
Yes — you can get a pram around Stardome Observatory & Planetarium without much trouble.
Is Stardome Observatory & Planetarium any good in bad weather?
Yes — Stardome Observatory & Planetarium is indoors, which makes it one of the rainy-day options in City Auckland.
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