Dubbo Observatory
Dubbo Observatory
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Night Sky & Telescope Viewing Bring your SLR camera to take astrophotographs through the telescope. Daytime viewing of Solar flares and sunspots, planet Venus and some daytime stars Astrominigolf
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- Bharat ISydney, Australia230 contributionsGreat to see jupiter, saturn and a whole host of stars in the night sky.Great to see jupiter, saturn and a whole host of stars in the night sky. try going in winter but if not possible, summer is ok except it gets really hot. An experience to remember.Visited January 2023Written 4 January 2023
- monica h3 contributionsIncredible memorable experienceWe went on a lovely clear night and were the only ones there yet the tour went on. Peter Starz (yes that is his name!!!) is the owner and gives a quick education lesson of stars, moons and planets. You are soon engrossed and beginning to feel just as passionate as Peter. His knowledge is incredible that we stayed for nearly 2 1/2 hours!!. What he showed us that night and taught us was unforgettable that we now feel quite knowledgeable about what the stars really mean. We now look at the night sky in a completely different way. There are around 10 telescopes that he can set up with bigger group numbers but only 2 were set up that night. We still were shown an amazing array of planets and stars. This is a must see and worth the admission fee. Well done Peter. We will be back.Visited February 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 8 March 2023
- marknmeilsSydney, Australia315 contributionsGreat experienceAttended an Astronomy Night Sky Tour on a clear, moonless night ... the session starts with a short slideshow presentation about the solar system, planets, sun etc before being able to view various stars and nebulas via about a dozen telescopes of varying sizes. The use of a laser pointer to point out specific objects and constellations was both absorbing and amazing. A great experience. Wouldn't hesitate to return for a private session when next in Dubbo.Visited July 2023Travelled with familyWritten 17 July 2023
- Steve & JoSydney, Australia7 contributionsA very enjoyable night with the starsA very enjoyable night. Great to be able to see Jupiter, Saturn and even the distant Neptune and other star systems. Mr Starr (yes, that is his name) takes the time so everyone gets a chance to see the highlights. Highly recommended.Visited October 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 29 October 2023
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Steve & Jo
Sydney, Australia7 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Couples
A very enjoyable night. Great to be able to see Jupiter, Saturn and even the distant Neptune and other star systems. Mr Starr (yes, that is his name) takes the time so everyone gets a chance to see the highlights. Highly recommended.
Written 29 October 2023
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Amanda S
Port Douglas, Australia38 contributions
Jul. 2023 • Family
Had a fantastic night with Peter Starr. We found him very knowledgeable and kept us captivated for the entire time. We highly recommend this to anybody looking for a night out with the stars. Thanks Peter.
Written 19 July 2023
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marknmeils
Sydney, Australia315 contributions
Jul. 2023 • Family
Attended an Astronomy Night Sky Tour on a clear, moonless night ... the session starts with a short slideshow presentation about the solar system, planets, sun etc before being able to view various stars and nebulas via about a dozen telescopes of varying sizes. The use of a laser pointer to point out specific objects and constellations was both absorbing and amazing. A great experience. Wouldn't hesitate to return for a private session when next in Dubbo.
Written 17 July 2023
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Ruddy
1 contribution
Apr. 2023
Great experience for all ages. Laser pointing with Peter’s explanation was really good and useful.
Allowed to take a photo of the Orion Nebula
Allowed to take a photo of the Orion Nebula
Written 28 April 2023
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monica h
3 contributions
Feb. 2023 • Couples
We went on a lovely clear night and were the only ones there yet the tour went on. Peter Starz (yes that is his name!!!) is the owner and gives a quick education lesson of stars, moons and planets. You are soon engrossed and beginning to feel just as passionate as Peter. His knowledge is incredible that we stayed for nearly 2 1/2 hours!!. What he showed us that night and taught us was unforgettable that we now feel quite knowledgeable about what the stars really mean. We now look at the night sky in a completely different way. There are around 10 telescopes that he can set up with bigger group numbers but only 2 were set up that night. We still were shown an amazing array of planets and stars.
This is a must see and worth the admission fee. Well done Peter. We will be back.
This is a must see and worth the admission fee. Well done Peter. We will be back.
Written 8 March 2023
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Bharat I
Sydney, Australia230 contributions
Jan. 2023
Great to see jupiter, saturn and a whole host of stars in the night sky. try going in winter but if not possible, summer is ok except it gets really hot. An experience to remember.
Written 4 January 2023
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Tahnee M
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Oct. 2022 • Family
Somewhat underwhelming for the price. We waited outside until door was able to be opened. It was a very cold night. Then had to wait inside. No video was played as explained. Had to then listen to a talk outside in the cold. We were able to see 2 planets and stars. But it wasn’t what I expected. Felt like a backyard viewing. Not an observatory.
Written 1 October 2022
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Ruby A
5 contributions
Jul. 2022 • Couples
We arrived before time as it said. Door was late opening and as it was a freezing night, this was a bad start. We sat in a shed to watch a video before the experience began. The video played for 2 minutes, then it finished. The lady was too busy checking people in to press play again so we say for 20 minutes twiddling our thumbs. Peter arrived and took us outside 15 minutes later. He spoke for about 20 minutes and showed slides for information and what we might see. Apart from the moon, the other telescope views were very underwhelming for us. There were sooo many people on the tour, we were lining up behind kids, teenagers and adults to see in every telescope. A lot of money for a very ordinary experience.
Written 9 July 2022
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Mel81q
Rouse Hill, Australia77 contributions
Apr. 2022 • Family
Excellent! I’d definitely recommend visiting. They have multiple telescopes outside and the large main telescope. They reset the telescopes during the visit so you can see twice as much. A very detailed explanation as well. Really loved it.
Written 22 April 2022
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GoodtimeGran61
Central Coast, Australia9 contributions
Apr. 2022 • Couples
Whilst visiting Dubbo on a family trip my daughter-in-law suggested a trip to the Dubbo observatory so glad we went it was an awesome experience!! Peter Starr who was the astronomer hosted the event with his wife, gave a very informative and entertaining talk.
So glad we went and would highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Dubbo!
So glad we went and would highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Dubbo!
Written 20 April 2022
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MP48
Sydney, Australia59 contributions
Would the Observatory be suitable for an 8 and 10 year old? How long is the tour - did children,participate? Thanks
Eartag
Vincentia, Australia158 contributions
Really depends on the children’s interest level. There is a lot of telescope time. The explanations are aimed at people who want to know about astronomy and at least our presentation was better with a bit of knowledge, at the ABC documentary level.
Because numbers were few our night we spent over an hour and a half directly in the telescopes and had the explanation as we watched.
If the boys are interested, they get to see a lot but. E warned, distant objects are still small.
penny k
Sydney, Australia5 contributions
time is best to go. 9pm?
Costs for seniors.
dubboobservatory
Dubbo, Australia
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In March we have a show that starts at 8pm. This can vary depending if something is special in the sky on a particular night at a particular time. Time is confirmed on booking. Bookings are essential. Cost for Seniors Card Holders is $22.
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