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Sydney Observatory Guided Family Tour
Highlights
- Explore the historic Sydney Observatory to uncover its rich scientific history and engage young minds.
- Climb narrow staircases to witness stunning views across Sydney Harbour from the highest natural point.
- Gaze through modern telescopes and see terrestrial objects, enriching your family's understanding of astronomy.
- Join a family-friendly small group tour for an intimate and educational experience in a unique setting.
Explore the iconic Sydney Observatory on a family-friendly tour designed for small groups that include young children aged six and older.
Learn about flag signalling, weather measurement and the rich scientific history of the highest natural point in Sydney Cove before venturing inside the Observatory building.
After climbing the building’s narrow staircases, you’ll step inside the Observatory’s domes to see historic and modern telescopes in action. From this location you can get spectacular views across Sydney Harbour and see terrestrial objects through a telescope.
Tour details
- On demand
Features
Service facilities
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Access & Inclusion
An access and inclusion statement is available on the business website.
- https://powerhouse.com.au/accessibility
Operation information
Sydney Observatory Tours
Experience an intimate guided tour of the iconic Sydney Observatory, a heritage-listed site atop the highest natural point in Sydney Cove.
The site has a rich history as a place of significance for Indigenous Australians and a centre for scientific activity including milling, signalling, timekeeping, astronomy and meteorology.
The tours venture through the Observatory grounds to uncover the stories behind Fort Phillip and the Signal Station. You’ll also be invited into the Observatory building to explore objects from the Powerhouse Collection and examine the site’s role in timekeeping, surveying and astronomy.
After climbing the building’s narrow staircases, you’ll step inside the Observatory’s domes to see historic and modern telescopes in action. From this location you can get spectacular views across Sydney Harbour and see terrestrial objects through a telescope.
Groups with younger visitors are encouraged to book the Sydney Observatory Family Tours, designed for ages 6+.
Memberships
- Australian Museums and Galleries Association
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