The Stardome Observatory was founded in the year 1967 and is basically a public observatory. This astronomical observatory is home to the AAS and by visiting the Stardome Observatory, you would be able to observe the planetarium shows, the interactive space gallery as well as telescope viewing in the courtyard. There are a variety of fun experiments that you can perform and the exhibits about pace travel, stars, lunar exploration, the moon and planets do give a detailed insight into how things really are. There’s undoubtedly a lot to see, do, and learn here. A visit to the Stardome Observatory Planetarium would definitely prove to be an educationally enriching experience.

• Bus 302, 312 to stop - 651 Manukau Rd
• Bus 302, 312, N10 to stop - Manukau Rd near Haydn Ave