Launceston Planetarium

Overview

The Launceston Planetarium is a captivating astronomical attraction located within the Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery. It offers visitors a chance to explore the wonders of the universe through state-of-the-art projections and immersive exhibits.

It is one of the few planetariums in Australia and provides an engaging educational experience for visitors of all ages.

Educational Scientific

Location

Address

Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery, 2 Invermay Road, Launceston, Tasmania

Neighborhood: Invermay

Coordinates

-41.437700, 147.136100

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

tuesday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

wednesday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

thursday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

friday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

sunday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Admission

Adults

$15

Children

$8

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early evening

cooler temperatures and fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

2 hours

Full Experience

3 hours

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• Spring constellations

summer

warm

• Summer constellations

autumn

mild

• Autumn constellations

winter

cold

• Winter constellations

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead for special shows
Bring ID
Check weather forecasts

What to Bring

essential

ID tickets warm clothing in winter

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: low

• dark environment
• seating with stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available on-site

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

AUD

Typical Costs

entry $15

parking $5

food $10

souvenirs $15

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 1 week
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

QVMAG App

Size: 30 MB

Features: Map, Showtimes, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Launceston Airport

Distance: 15 km

Travel Time: 20 minutes

taxi

$35 20 min

public_transport

$3 30 min

From City Center

Distance: 2 km

bus

$2.50 10 min

taxi

$10 5 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Unique astronomical experience

Historical Significance: One of the few planetariums in Australia

Insider Tips

Free entry for Tasmanian residents on certain days
Best food at the on-site cafe

Local Recommendations

• Try local Tasmanian food at nearby cafes
• Ask for guide Sarah

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello G'day

thank_you Ta

where_is Where's

how_much How much?

beautiful Beautiful

ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: English, Japanese

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Wide angle

Result: Great shot of the entrance

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Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, general exhibits

prohibited areas special shows, restricted exhibits

flash photography not allowed in planetarium

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed in outdoor areas

Nearby Attractions

Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery

Distance: 0m

Walking: 0 min

Type: Museum

Tasmanian Arboretum

Distance: 2km

Walking: 25 min

Type: Park

Reviews

4.4

Based on 850 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online for special shows"
"Visit during twilight"
"Check out the cafe"

Contact Information

+61 3 6323 3798

info@qvm.net.au

www.qvm.net.au

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