Timeline
10:00
Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium
Arrive at Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium as it opens for the day. Weekday doors open at 10AM, making this the perfect time to explore the free astronomy and space displays before the school shows begin at 10:30AM.
11:00
Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha
Take a short 6-minute walk southwest to the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha. Enjoy a quiet stroll through the beautiful subtropical gardens to stretch your legs and enjoy the greenery.
12:00
Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium
Walk back to the planetarium. If you enjoyed the free exhibits earlier, this is a good time to consider the Cosmic Skydome show, which requires a separate admission fee. Check the current schedule for availability.
Local tip
Admission to the main displays is free, but the Cosmic Skydome shows have a fee. Weekdays are generally quieter than weekends.
Check before you go
- Weekday doors open at 10AM.
- School shows run at 10:30AM and noon on weekdays.
- The planetarium is closed on Mondays and public holidays.
- Check the route if you plan to walk between the planetarium and the Botanic Gardens.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Brisbane (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).