How much does it cost to go to stardome?

Entry to the exhibits and foyer displays is free. Visitors can browse the gift shop, which includes toys, books, star guides, and even telescopes for anyone who has been bitten by the stargazing bug. General Planetarium Show: Adult:$10, Student / Senior / Child (3-15yrs): $8, Family (2 Adults & 3 children).

What do you do at stardome?

Stardome Observatory and Planetarium – Movie Times

  • Black Holes. 50 mins | Rated G.
  • Music & Lasers – Pink Floyd Dark Side & WYWH. 120 mins | Rated R16.
  • Capturing the Cosmos. 50 mins | Rated G.
  • Our Night Sky. 50 mins | Rated G.
  • Ngā Whetū O Matariki.
  • Zeiss Telescope Experience.
  • The Accidental Astronauts.
  • Perfect Little Planet.

Why are observatories around?

The ideal locations for modern observatories are sites that have dark skies, a large percentage of clear nights per year, dry air, and are at high elevations. At high elevations, the Earth’s atmosphere is thinner, thereby minimizing the effects of atmospheric turbulence and resulting in better astronomical “seeing”.

Where can I see the Milky Way in Auckland?

Tawharanui. Well-known as a beautiful beach hot spot and just an hour-and-a-half east from the city, Tawharanui can be just as magical come nightfall.

  • Piha.
  • Awhitu.
  • Shakespear Regional Park.
  • Hunua Ranges.
  • Waiheke Island.
  • Motutapu.
  • Stardome Observatory Planetarium.

    • Are observatories still used today?

    Astronomers use observatories to collect light from natural objects in space. This includes the radio, infrared and visible light (optical) regions of the electromagnetic spectrum. Most telescopes have a domed roof with an opening for the telescope to see out.

    Where can I stargaze in Auckland?

    The Eight Best Places to Stargaze Near Auckland

    • TAWHARANUI REGIONAL PARK. Another Warkworth stargazing site worth mentioning is Tāwharanui Regional Park.
    • WARKWORTH SATELLITE STATION.
    • PAKIRI BEACH.
    • MURIWAI BEACH.
    • PIHA BEACH.
    • WHATIPU BEACH.
    • GREAT BARRIER ISLAND.
    • MANUKAU HEADS.

    What is the largest telescope in the world 2020?

    The biggest optical telescope in operation is the Gran Telescopio Canarias (GTC), with an aperture of 10.4 metres.

    Can you see the Milky Way in Auckland?

    In 2009, Auckland band An Emerald City recorded their debut album Circa Scaria inside the main cave. The road access to Whatipu is unsealed and the beach is pretty poorly signposted, but the views of the milky way are worth your while and guaranteed to leave you awestruck.