About Stardome

The Stardome:

The Stardome Observatory and Planetarium is situated on the lower southern slopes of One Tree Hill (or Maungakiekie) - one of Auckland's volcanic cones and most prominent natural landmarks. The park includes Maori archaeological sites, playgrounds, BBQ's, walking tracks, and a working farm.

When you enter the Stardome you will begin an adventure that's truly out-of-this-world! Sit back in our Planetaruim, an all-sky 360º panoramic theatre and enjoy a multimedia experience featuring 3,500 brilliant stars, delivered by our special effects projectors linked with stunning digital surround sound... day or night, rain or shine.

Prepare to be amazed as our guide takes you on an unforgettable tour of our universe...

• Nebulae and Galaxies
• Comets and Clusters
• The Moon and Sun
• Our Solar System
• Discovering Aotearoa

View more information on our shows and services.

View more information on our main telescope.

Finding the Stardome

Travelling by Bus:
Bus routes 302, 304, 305 and 312 depart regularly from Mid City, travel via Newmarket and stop outside the gates of One Tree Hill Domain.

Travelling by Car:
from Newmarket, follow Manukau Road south. From the Southern Motorway, exit at Greenlane, travel west on Greenlane Road, turn south into Manukau Road. The entrance to One Tree Hill Domain is approximately 2km.