Embark on a captivating journey through time and space with our guided tours at the Melbourne Observatory.

Dating back to 1861, discover the Melbourne Observatory’s significant place in Victoria’s history and its continued importance as a cultural and heritage site.

Experience two of the iconic telescopes housed in the buildings of the Observatory and learn how to use a telescope yourself on the Observatory Viewing Lawn. Delve into distant nebulae, lunar landscapes, and planetary wonders.

Join the Astronomical Society of Victoria’s passionate guides for an unforgettable night, where the present, history and cosmos converge.

Tickets are limited to 30

When:

Mon 8 & 22 Apr - 6pm

Mon 6 & 20 May - 6pm

Where: Melbourne Observatory - Meet at the entry to the Royal Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre

Be sure to dress to the weather on the day
ACCESS VIA BIRDWOOD AVENUE

Evening consists of the following:
Guided tour of Melbourne Observatory & it's history
Tour group broken into 3 groups to observe through telescopes

Group A - 8 Guests
Session 1 - 12" Mercer session (Astrograph House)
Session 2 - Viewing Lawn - How To Use A Telescope
Session 3 - 8" Troughton & Simms (Southern Equitorial House)

Group B - 8 Guests
Session 1 - 8" Troughton & Simms (Southern Equitorial House)
Session 2 - 12" Mercer session (Astrograph House)
Session 3 - Viewing Lawn - How To Use A Telescope

Group B - 8 Guests
Session 1 - Viewing Lawn - How To Use A Telescope
Session 2 - 8" Troughton & Simms (Southern Equitorial House)
Session 3 - 12" Mercer session (Astrograph House)