Penrith Observatory

On the Werrington North Campus of Western Sydney University in Penrith, New South Wales, Penrith Observatory sits at 60 metres elevation and runs a busy calendar of public astronomy events year-round.

About Penrith Observatory

The observatory is operated by the Astrophysical eScience Laboratory (AeSciL), staffed by volunteers and students, and equipped with fully computerised telescopes that make it straightforward to locate and track objects during public sessions.

Telescopes & research

Penrith Observatory's programs span astronomy nights and workshops, family astronomy nights, HSC support programs for school students, professional development workshops for teachers, and dedicated Indigenous astronomy programs that connect sky-watching with cultural knowledge.

Location & getting there

Situated at 60 metres elevation on the university's Werrington North Campus in western Sydney, the observatory is easy to reach for visitors from across the greater Sydney region.

Visiting Penrith Observatory

The observatory welcomes the public, schools, and teacher groups to its programs. You can contact the team directly on (02) 4736 0135 or at [email protected] to check session times and book a visit.

See your named star from here

The computerised telescopes at Penrith Observatory can be pointed at precise coordinates, exactly what you get when you name a star with Star Register. Look up other named stars in our catalogue.