Parkes Observatory Visitors Centre

Parkes Observatory Visitors Centre is CSIRO's public gateway to Murriyang, the 64-metre Parkes radio telescope. Free exhibits, a ticketed 3D theatre, playground, picnic area and group programmes explain Australian radio astronomy, pulsars and fast radio bursts, and Murriyang's support for space missions including the Apollo 11 Moon landing; the centre is currently open daily 08:30-16:15 with NSW school-holiday extensions, and the Dish by Moon & Co Café is open daily 08:00–15:00. The centre is fully accessible, with caravan, 4WD and RV parking; overnight camping is not allowed. Turn off mobile, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth devices when approaching the radio-quiet site. Groups should use CSIRO’s booking form before visiting. Visitor enquiries: +61 2 6861 1777.