
Solar Tours
Come and experience the wonders of our closest star – the Sun – like never before at the historic Melbourne Observatory.
You’ll be expertly guided through safe solar viewing using the beautifully restored four-inch Photoheliograph telescope, as well as solar projection with the Troughton & Simms telescope.
Expect to see incredible details on the surface of the Sun, including sunspots and solar granulation, and discover the rich history of solar astronomy at Melbourne Observatory.
This program aims to educate and inspire, offering a rare glimpse into both the science and history of solar observation. Whether you’re a curious first-timer or a seasoned space enthusiast, this is a daytime astronomy experience not to be missed.
Hours 
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Sun 15 Jun |
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Sun 20 Jul |
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Sun 17 Aug |
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Location 
Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne
Melbourne Observatory, Observatory Plaza
Birdwood Ave
Melbourne 3004
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