Gifford Observatory, Wellington

Name: Gifford Observatory
Address: Wellington, New Zealand

#105 among attractions in Wellington

Observatories and planetariums

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Facts and practical information

The Gifford Observatory is an astronomical observation facility located in Mount Victoria, Wellington, New Zealand. Operated by the Gifford Observatory Trust with the intent of making it available for use to Wellington school children, it is primarily used by secondary school students, and members of the Wellington Astronomical Society. ()

Coordinates: 41°18'18"S, 174°46'59"E

Address

Southern Ward (Newtown)Wellington New Zealand

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Day trips

Gifford Observatory – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Courtenay Place, Embassy Theatre, Zephyrometer, National War Memorial.

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Embassy Theatre, Wellington
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Monuments and statues
Zephyrometer, Wellington
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0.5 miNW
Memorial, Monuments and statues, Specialty museum
National War Memorial, Wellington
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St. James Theatre, Wellington
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Memorial
William Wakefield Memorial, Wellington
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Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision, Wellington
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Theater, Concerts and shows
BATS Theatre, Wellington
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0.5 miNW
Memorial
Tomb of the Unknown Warrior, Wellington
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Gifford Observatory?

Nearby attractions include Government House, Wellington (4 min walk), Mount Victoria Tunnel, Wellington (8 min walk), William Wakefield Memorial, Wellington (9 min walk), New Zealand Cricket Museum, Wellington (11 min walk).

How to get to Gifford Observatory by public transport?

The nearest stations to Gifford Observatory:

Bus

Kilbirnie - Stop C • Lines: 3 (28 min walk)
Kilbirnie - Stop A • Lines: 2, 20, 24, 91 (28 min walk)