Exploring the Heavens: Astronomy Course

Name: Exploring the Heavens: Astronomy Course
Start: 2026-05-14T08:30:00.000Z
End: 2026-09-24T10:30:00.000Z
Location: Sydney Observatory

5 Week Program

3 5 week programs Every Thursday from 14 May – 11 June, 6.30–8.30pm Every Thursday from 23 July – 20 August, 6.30–8.30pm Every Thursday from 27 August – 24 September, 6.30–8.30pm

$220

$220General Recommended for ages 16+

Sydney Observatory

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Sydney Observatory

1003 Upper Fort St, Millers Point NSW 2000

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Deepen your understanding of the night sky with a short course in astronomy for beginners facilitated by Dr Paul Payne at Sydney Observatory.

Explore the planets, stars and constellations, trace the history of astronomy, and discover how different types of telescopes work. The universe will come to life through immersive storytelling, 3D virtual reality media and opportunities to use the Observatory’s telescopes.

Whether you’re curious about the cosmos or looking to reconnect with the night sky, this course offers a memorable and accessible introduction to astronomy in one of Sydney’s most iconic scientific sites.

Recommended for ages 16+