We will take you on a captivating journey across the universe. Join one of our highly experienced astronomers as they guide you through constellations, the solar system and beyond. Marvel at the immense scale of the universe and observe the breathtaking beauty of the night skies projected on the Planetarium's iconic dome ceiling from the comfort of your seat.
The Planetarium is open at scheduled session times on the first and third Saturday of each month - 11am, 1pm, 3pm and 7pm* (*only on the first Saturday of the month).
Introducing our NEW 90min What's in the Sky this Month this includes telescope viewing on the rooftop*weather permitting. *Please note the rooftop is not wheelchair accesible.
Admission
Bookings are essential to visit the Planetarium. Please scroll down to the sessions below for more information and to make a booking.
*We accept Companion Cards. Please call or email us if you are planning to use a Companion Card, so we can reserve a seat.
| ADMISSION FEE - $12.00 per person |
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*Please note the Planetarium is not suitable for children under 4 years of age. If you do bring younger children, we request that they sit on your lap, and you place yourself closer to the door. As a courtsey to other patrons, if your child becomes restless and noisy, we ask that you please exit the Planetarium. We have a foyer area for patrons who will be caring for younger siblings.
Did you know?
Astronomy is one of the oldest sciences. Earth’s earliest inhabitants knew the sun gave them light and heat and they learned to measure time by the position of the sun and the shape of the moon.
Important notes
- Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the session commencing to be seated comfortably and to avoid disappointment, as entry into the Planetarium is NOT permitted once the session has started for safety reasons.
- Everyone entering the Planetarium requires a ticket and all children must be accompanied and supervised by a responsible adult. Children under the age of 16 will not be admitted into the Planetarium without an accompanying adult. *Please see note above for children under 4.
- Companion card holders, If you are attending with a companion card, please phone/email the Planetarium before booking to make sure there are seats available.
- Parking is free on weekends.
- No food or drink to be consumed in the Planetarium.
- Use of moblile phones, electronic devices and photography are prohibited inside the Planetarium.
- Prams are not permitted inside the Planetarium.
- COVID-19 - while face masks are no longer mandatory, we do recommend masks are worn as extra protection while inside the Planetarium where visitors are unable to physically distance.
If you have any further enquiries, please contact the Planetarium below:
Telephone: (08) 8302 3138
Email: adelaide.planetarium@unisa.edu.au
Office hours: Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 4.30pm.
