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Experience the wonder and magic of Auckland’s Stardome Observatory and Planetarium!
Welcome to Stardome, the coolest little observatory this side of Neptune.
Stardome has been sharing its love and mātauranga of all things space since 1967. Located in Maungakiekie One Tree Hill, Auckland, it offers fully immersive indoor planetarium shows, year-round Māori astronomy shows, telescope viewing, music and laser events plus hands-on exhibits.
The vibrant and hands-on public galleries give visitors a chance to connect with the latest observations in science and astronomy. Stardome is welcoming for all ages and in all weathers. Come and reconnect with the cosmos!
Choose from these eight shows below:
Our Sky Tonight | Aimed at ages 10+| 50minutes
Connect with the cosmos like never before in Our Sky Tonight, the flagship live planetarium experience. Join the expert astronomers for a captivating guided tour of the stars, constellations, and celestial stories that unfold above us each night. From the comfort of the immersive digital planetarium, you'll explore the ever-changing night sky, focusing on what's visible right here above Auckland.
CAPCOM GO! The Apollo Story | Aimed at ages 10+ | 50 minutes
In 1969, humanity achieved the impossible: landing on the Moon. This incredible feat was the result of a decade-long effort by nearly 400,000 people working on the Apollo program. Explore this historic achievement and the subsequent Apollo missions in this show, which includes a full-dome presentation of the night sky.
Beyond the Solar System | Aimed at ages 8+ | 50 minutes
Ever gazed at the night sky and wondered what lies beyond? Embark on a live-guided tour into deep space from Stardome. We'll explore distant star clusters, nebulae, exoplanets, and mysterious celestial objects, using the Stardome's advanced stellar database. See the universe in a new light, from visible spectrums to far infra-red and gamma-ray.
Cosmic Legacy: Tribute to Queen | Aimed at ages 8+ | 50 minutes
Get ready to rock out under the stars! Stardome invites you to an epic fulldome journey celebrating the legendary music of Queen. Experience ten of their iconic anthems, including ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’, 'I Want to Break Free', and the electrifying ‘We Will Rock You’, brought to life with mesmerising cosmic visuals. Immerse yourself in the power of Queen's music with stunning 5.1 surround sound – an audiovisual spectacle you won't want to miss.
The Navigators | Aimed at ages 6+ | 50 minutes
Join Moko, a young girl dreaming of becoming a master star navigator. This family-friendly animated show follows Moko's journey as she discovers the incredible voyaging traditions of Māori, Pasifika, and European navigators who crossed the vast Pacific to reach Aotearoa. The show is followed by an immersive full-dome presentation of the night sky.
Perfect Little Planet | Aimed at ages 5+ | 50 minutes
Greetings Earthlings! Join a family from a distant star system as they tour our solar system, searching for the "perfect little planet" for their next holiday! This fun, family-friendly show will take you on a journey to explore the unique environments of our cosmic neighbors.
T.REX | Aimed at ages 5+ | 45 minutes
Tyrannosaurus rex has been a blockbuster star for decades, and now it's back in a new fulldome show. T.REX uses the latest CGI and paleontological research to bring the world of the tyrannosaur to life. Filmed partly in Otago, this immersive 360-degree experience takes you back for an unforgettable look at the tyrant lizard king.
One Sky | Aimed at all ages | 50 minutes
One Sky is a collection of six beautiful short planetarium films that explore constellations, astronomical instruments, and scientific knowledge from cultures around the world. For millennia, people worldwide have looked to the heavens for navigation, time-keeping, and a sense of shared identity. These films highlight how celestial knowledge has helped humanity explore new lands and thrive in their environments.
No matter what showing you pick, it's going to be a stellar experience!
All prices are shown inNZD ($)
- Adult - Day Show$7.50
- Child - Day Show$6.00
- Student / Senior - Day Show$6.50
- Adult - Day Show$7.50
- Child - Day Show$6.00
- Student / Senior - Day Show$6.50
- Adult - Day Show$6.00
- Child - Day Show$6.00
- Student / Senior - Day Show$6.00
- Adult - Cosmic Legacy Show$11.75
- Child - Cosmic Legacy Show$10.25
- Student / Senior - Cosmic Legacy Show$10.25
- Adult - Evening Show$9.00
- Child - Evening Show$7.50
- Student / Senior - Evening Show$7.50
- Adult - Evening Show$9.00
- Child - Evening Show$7.50
- Student / Senior - Evening Show$7.50
- Adult - Evening Show$9.00
- Child - Evening Show$7.50
- Student / Senior - Evening Show$7.50
- Adult - Evening Show$9.00
- Child - Evening Show$7.50
- Student / Senior - Evening Show$7.50
- Adult - Evening Show$9.00
- Child - Evening Show$7.50
- Student / Senior - Evening Show$7.50
- Adult - Cosmic Legacy Show$11.75
- Child - Cosmic Legacy Show$10.25
- Student / Senior - Cosmic Legacy Show$10.25
Authenticated Reviews & Photos All of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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michaelat1 fromNew Zealand wrote on 02 October 2025
GREAT FAMILY FUN
Lovely staff really cool experience for our family of 5 super impressed w the costs too
ninij1 fromNew Zealand wrote on 23 July 2025
Stardome Greatest solar system & astronaut
I took 2 different sets of kids for each show at different times- Greatest solar system & Astronaut during the school holiday. They were both very informative and very detailed. My 4yo girl didn't really pay much attention because she was hungry but the 7yo-16yos loved the shows they attended. I loved both shows and both parts of the shows. I definitely would love to visit Stardome more often. It reminds me of my gen science paper I had to write in high school. A trip to Stardome would have helped a lot then.
nikkileo fromNew Zealand wrote on 09 August 2025
Okay
I was pretty underwhelmed by the show. Was lacking direction and needs to be refined and rounded if your going to charge for it. However we throughly enjoyed the information area. The gentleman volunteer who assisted with the telescope was insightful and answered our questions well. Suggest putting an open sign out front for night shows.
Lente Steyn-vanRooyen fromNew Zealand wrote on 17 June 2025
Good entertainment for little ones
Great experience for my 3 yr old, who enjoyed the show. Was a little disappointed that there was no "real stars", so more like a cinema than planetarium
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anjas8 fromGermany wrote on 13 November 2023
Sehr kurzweilig und interessant
50 gut investierte Minuten.