Stargazing Wonders at Sydney Observatory

Getting There

• Bus

  If you are starting from the Sydney CBD (Central Business District), head to the nearest bus stop at George Street. Look for bus routes 441 or 440, which travel towards Millers Point. Board the bus and travel for approximately 15-20 minutes. Get off at the stop near the corner of Upper Fort Street. From there, it is a short 5-minute walk to Sydney Observatory located at 1003 Upper Fort Street.

• Train

  From Circular Quay Station, take the T2, T3, or T8 train towards Town Hall. After one stop, alight at Wynyard Station. Leave the station and head towards York Street. Walk up to Margaret Street, then turn left onto Clarence Street. Continue walking until you reach the corner of Lower Fort Street. Turn right onto Lower Fort Street and follow it up the hill until you reach Upper Fort Street. Turn left, and Sydney Observatory will be on your right at 1003 Upper Fort Street.

• Walking

  If you are near the Sydney Opera House, the Observatory is about a 30-minute walk away. Head west along Macquarie Street, passing the Royal Botanic Garden. Continue onto Albert Street, which will lead you to the top of the hill. Turn right onto Upper Fort Street, and Sydney Observatory will be at 1003 Upper Fort Street on your left.

• Light Rail

  From the Light Rail stop at Pyrmont Bay, board the L1 Light Rail towards Central. Alight at the next stop, at the Town Hall. From there, walk up George Street to the intersection with Margaret Street, then turn left onto Clarence Street. Continue walking until you reach Lower Fort Street, where you will turn right and walk uphill to reach Upper Fort Street. Sydney Observatory will be on your right at 1003 Upper Fort Street.