Sydney Observatory
The Sydney Observatory is now open to the public. Read more
Visit Info
Opening Hours
Open daily 10am – 5pm
Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day, Good Friday and New Years Eve
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Now open, free of charge
Book a timed-entry ticket online now:
Please note:
- The Observatory building and gardens are open
- Night and day tours are suspended in accordance with NSW Health guidelines
- Pre-bookings are essential as tickets are limited per session and may sell out
To help plan your visit, please find information here about the measures we’ve put in place to keep everyone safe.
Getting Here
How to get to Sydney Observatory
1003 Upper Fort Street
Millers Point
For bus, train or ferry timetables and routes either phone the Transport Information Line on 131500 or go to the website.
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Visitors can either park in Watson Road or Argyle Street both of which are metered. The Observatory is then only a short walk up Watson Road and through the Observatory Hill Park.
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Sydney Observatory has a small gift shop near the admissions counter. You can also find a selection of Sydney Observatory books at the MAAS online store.
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A cold drinks machine with water and soft drinks is located outside the Observatory in the rear courtyard. There is also a water bubbler in the grounds of the Observatory. No food is sold at the Observatory and food may not be consumed within the building.
The National Trust café is the closest café – less than five minutes walk away (opening hours: Tues-Sun, 11am-3pm; ph +61 (02) 9258 0175). There are many other cafes, bars and restaurants within about a ten minute walk in the historic Rocks area.
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Visitors using wheelchairs are able to access Sydney Observatory gardens, ground floor exhibitions and the East Dome telescope. There is no wheelchair access to the North and South telescope domes due to narrow and steep staircases in the heritage-listed buildings. An outdoor telescope can be installed by prior arrangement.
Toilets are located at the rear of the building and can be accessed from the grounds. There is a toilet which can accommodate a wheelchair.
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