Zeiss Telescope Experience

Explore the night sky with our iconic Zeiss Telescope!

Step into our historic telescope dome for a guided tour of the cosmos. Available Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights (weather permitting), these intimate sessions offer a rare opportunity to peer deep into space through the Zeiss telescope - the largest public telescope in Aotearoa New Zealand.

On clear nights, you'll observe four to five deep-space objects — from star clusters and nebulae to the rings of Saturn — brought to life with expert commentary from our astronomy team. It's a breathtaking experience designed for space lovers.

Capacity: Limited to 10 people per session (bookings essential)
Age: 14 years and older
Be sure to wrap up warm as the Zeiss dome opens up to the outside and can be cold in the winter months.
If skies are cloudy, our team will get in touch to reschedule your booking.

You may also like the following events from Stardome Observatory and Planetarium:

• This Saturday, 20th September, 06:30 am, Looking Up in Auckland
• This Saturday, 20th September, 09:00 am, Our Sky Tonight in Auckland
• This Saturday, 20th September, 10:30 am, Beyond the Solar System in Auckland