About Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium
The Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium is an astronomy education centre located within the Brisbane Botanic Gardens at Mount Coot-tha, Brisbane, Queensland. Operated by Brisbane City Council since 1978 and named after astronomer and former New South Wales Governor Sir Thomas Brisbane, it features the Cosmic Skydome planetarium theatre, display galleries, observatory and foyer exhibits. It is notable for its public astronomy shows, space science displays and role as Brisbane's principal planetarium.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a dedicated astronomy centre set within the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha. Inside is the 12.5-metre dome Cosmic Skydome theatre for immersive astronomy shows, a Display Zone with space and astronomy exhibits, foyer displays including meteorites and models, and an observatory with telescope viewing on selected evenings. The setting is parkland with gardens surrounding the building, and visits centre on timed planetarium shows, self-guided gallery viewing and occasional guided tours and special events.
Key highlights
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Cosmic Skydome planetarium theatre with immersive astronomy shows
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Display Zone gallery with astronomy and space science exhibits
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Foyer displays including meteorites, spacecraft models and astronomical images
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Observatory with telescopes for public viewing sessions