Day group visit

BOOKED DAY GROUP VISIT

Monday to Friday during school terms
excluding Christmas Day, Boxing Day and Good Friday holidays and the afternoon of 31 December
Ideal for seniors, ESL and tourism groups, each tour is guided by an experienced astronomy educator, lasts for approximately 90 minutes and includes: a flight through the solar system in our awesome 3-D space theatre, a look at the night sky in our cosy planetarium and a viewing through a telescope (weather permitting). In the day time group members can safely view the Moon, Venus, bright stars and the Sun using a special solar telescope.
An audience enjoying the 3D Space Theatre

Topics that can be covered during a visit include astronomy and space exploration themes, the site history of Sydney Observatory and the history of Australian astronomy. Please do not hesitate to phone us on (02) 9921 3485 to discuss your group’s particular needs and access requirements with our education staff.

Dig it: archaeology for Seniors
10am – 11am
Weekdays (except school holidays)
A scientific and heritage hands-on archaeology analysis program with our resident archaeologists. Participants discover the history of Fort Phillip, an 1804 convict-built structure, and see and analyse some of the finds from the 2008 excavations – including gunflints, grapeshot, ceramics, glass, bones and buttons!

Please note: there are a few steps. Book by phoning (02) 9921 3485.
$8 per person, includings refreshments.

Times and charges for booked day group visits:

Tour times	10.00am to 11.30am 12 noon to 1.30pm
Charges	$8 per person (one organiser is free per group)
Group size	Maximum of 60 people (larger groups from regional areas or interstate can be accommodated)

Please consider several dates before making your booking, in case your first preference has already been taken.
To make a booking, call 9921 3485 (10am to 5pm daily). Please ensure your have the following information ready:
– Name of group, address, telephone, fax and email details
– Number of people in the group
– Time of arrival and departure (allow for travel time)
– Any group members with special needs
– The best way and time to contact you if a return call is necessary
People can book an event at Sydney Observatory

Once a date is confirmed, you will receive a booking confirmation form and invoice, plus background material and information. When you receive this information:
– Check that all booking details are correct
– Sign and return the form