Museum

Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium

📍 Mt Coot-tha Road, Mt Coot-tha Qld 4066

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Quick Facts

Location: Australia, Brisbane
Category: Museum
Duration: 1–2 hours
Opening Hours: Monday 10:00-16:00, Queensland school holidays only · Tuesday 10:00-16:00 · Wednesday 10:00-16:00 · Thursday 10:00-16:00 · Friday 10:00-16:00 · Saturday 10:00-16:00 · Sunday 10:00-16:00 · The council page lists Monday 10am-4pm for Queensland school holidays only and Tuesday to Sunday 10am-4pm, so the dome venue opens six ordinary days with Monday reserved for holiday periods.
Ticket Price: Adult: Entering the planetarium and its displays costs nothing; a general Cosmic Skydome session is 17.50 dollars for an adult · Child: The same session is 11 dollars for ages 3 to 14, and every fare band is 11 dollars at the shorter children show · A concession band of 13.50 dollars sits beside group rates of 13.50 for an adult and 11 for a child from ten people, the council warns that shows can book out so early tickets are wise, and entry rules are in the Planetarium terms and conditions PDF last changed in October 2024. The site has the 12.5 metre Cosmic Skydome, a display zone and foyer of astronomy exhibits, a sundial courtyard and the Galaxy gift shop.
Address: Mt Coot-tha Road, Mt Coot-tha Qld 4066
Coordinates: -27.4790, 152.9730

Introduction

The Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium, Queensland's only specialist planetarium, is set within the Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens in Brisbane's western suburbs. Its centrepiece is the Cosmic SkyDome, which uses a high-resolution projection system to render stunning imagery of the solar system, star clusters and deep-space objects, with each show including a live segment re-creating the current Brisbane night sky. The building houses a range of telescopes and interactive exhibits, with staff on hand to help visitors identify constellations and planets, and it periodically hosts astronomy exhibitions and science films.

✨ Highlights

Cosmic SkyDome

A high-resolution planetarium dome presenting the solar system and deep-space imagery.

Brisbane night-sky live segment

Each program includes a live introduction to that night's Brisbane sky.

Telescope displays

Exhibits a range of telescopes and interactive astronomy displays, with staff assisting stargazing and planet-spotting.

Regular special exhibitions

Periodically hosts astronomy-themed exhibitions and science films.

Botanic-garden location

Nested inside the Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens, easy to combine with a garden visit.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Seasons are opposite to the Northern Hemisphere; check local weather and events. For outdoor sites, mornings or late afternoons are often more pleasant.

→Transport：Australia is vast; most attractions suit self-driving or local day tours. For city sites, check public transport timetables in advance.

→Climate & dress：UV is strong; bring sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat, stay hydrated, and beware of insects. Inland areas may have large diurnal temperature swings.

→On site：Follow on-site signs, do not feed or disturb wildlife, protect nature and heritage, and stay on designated trails in national parks.

→Accessibility：Some natural attractions have uneven paths or steps and may challenge those with limited mobility; check accessibility services in advance.

→Transportation：Inside the Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens, reachable by car (on-site parking) or by bus to the Mt Coot-tha area then a short walk.

Opening Hours

Opening Hours
Monday	10:00-16:00, Queensland school holidays only
Tuesday	10:00-16:00
Wednesday	10:00-16:00
Thursday	10:00-16:00
Friday	10:00-16:00
Saturday	10:00-16:00
Sunday	10:00-16:00

The council page lists Monday 10am-4pm for Queensland school holidays only and Tuesday to Sunday 10am-4pm, so the dome venue opens six ordinary days with Monday reserved for holiday periods.

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult	Entering the planetarium and its displays costs nothing; a general Cosmic Skydome session is 17.50 dollars for an adult
Child	The same session is 11 dollars for ages 3 to 14, and every fare band is 11 dollars at the shorter children show
Free Admission	Admission to the building is free and the companion of a Companion Card holder goes free

A concession band of 13.50 dollars sits beside group rates of 13.50 for an adult and 11 for a child from ten people, the council warns that shows can book out so early tickets are wise, and entry rules are in the Planetarium terms and conditions PDF last changed in October 2024. The site has the 12.5 metre Cosmic Skydome, a display zone and foyer of astronomy exhibits, a sundial courtyard and the Galaxy gift shop.

💡 Tips

• Tickets, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Approximately 10:00–16:00 Tuesday to Friday and 9:00–16:00 Saturday and Sunday (school shows vary); closed Mondays and public holidays, subject to official notice.; admission: The exhibit space is free; Cosmic SkyDome programs are ticketed (around A$14 per adult, with family discounts) — please confirm prices on the official on-site notice..

• Australia has strong sun; protect yourself with sunscreen, hydration and insect repellent, especially outdoors.

• Respect local culture, wildlife and natural park rules; never feed animals or leave designated trails.

• Plan alongside nearby sights, using self-driving or local day tours to link your route.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium?

Monday: 10:00-16:00, Queensland school holidays only; Tuesday: 10:00-16:00; Wednesday: 10:00-16:00; Thursday: 10:00-16:00; Friday: 10:00-16:00; Saturday: 10:00-16:00; Sunday: 10:00-16:00; The council page lists Monday 10am-4pm for Queensland school holidays only and Tuesday to Sunday 10am-4pm, so the dome venue opens six ordinary days with Monday reserved for holiday periods.

How much is the admission for Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium?

Adult: Entering the planetarium and its displays costs nothing; a general Cosmic Skydome session is 17.50 dollars for an adult; Child: The same session is 11 dollars for ages 3 to 14, and every fare band is 11 dollars at the shorter children show; Free Admission: Admission to the building is free and the companion of a Companion Card holder goes free; A concession band of 13.50 dollars sits beside group rates of 13.50 for an adult and 11 for a child from ten people, the council warns that shows can book out so early tickets are wise, and entry rules are in the Planetarium terms and conditions PDF last changed in October 2024. The site has the 12.5 metre Cosmic Skydome, a display zone and foyer of astronomy exhibits, a sundial courtyard and the Galaxy gift shop.

Any practical tips for visiting Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium?

Tickets, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Approximately 10:00–16:00 Tuesday to Friday and 9:00–16:00 Saturday and Sunday (school shows vary); closed Mondays and public holidays, subject to official notice.; admission: The exhibit space is free; Cosmic SkyDome programs are ticketed (around A$14 per adult, with family discounts) — please confirm prices on the official on-site notice.. Australia has strong sun; protect yourself with sunscreen, hydration and insect repellent, especially outdoors.

How long should I spend at Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium?

A typical visit takes 1–2 hours.

Details here follow brisbane.qld.gov.au; hours, prices and access change with the season and events, so please check brisbane.qld.gov.au before you go.