Embark on an extraordinary journey through the cosmos without leaving Western Sydney. Join Red Lantern Tours for an immersive, hands-on stargazing experience at Gipps Street Reserve in Penrith.

Escape the city lights and spend a captivating 60 minutes exploring the night sky. Guided by a powerful Dobsonian telescope, you will marvel at planets, brilliant star clusters, and distant nebulae far beyond the reach of the naked eye. 🌌

Your expert guide will reveal the highlights of the southern sky, sharing fascinating insights and teaching you how to navigate the constellations yourself.

Celestial Highlights You May Explore

• The Moon and its dramatic craters 🌕
• Spectacular planets such as Jupiter, Saturn, Mars, or Venus
• The iconic Southern Cross and how to use it for navigation
• Bright stars and major seasonal constellations
• Deep-sky star clusters and glowing nebulae
• The majestic sweep of the Milky Way ✨
• Rich Aboriginal and European stories connected to the stars
• Fascinating transient events happening in the night sky

This is a fully interactive experience, not a dry lecture. You will have ample opportunity to peer through the telescope, ask curious questions, and actively participate in the cosmic discovery.

An Unforgettable Evening of Discovery

Your session runs for approximately 60 minutes and is perfectly tailored for beginners, families, couples, and anyone who has ever gazed upwards in wonder. We start by familiarising ourselves with the night sky above Penrith before diving into deep-sky telescope observations. What we view is beautifully curated based on the season, weather, and celestial events of the night. 🪐

Gipps Street Reserve offers a highly convenient Western Sydney location with ample parking and spacious recreational areas, making your evening astronomy adventure seamless and stress-free.

What to Bring

• Comfortable clothing tailored to the evening weather
• A warm jacket or extra layer during cooler months 🧥
• A small torch to help guide your steps
• A cosy picnic rug or camping chair for relaxing between telescope viewings

Weather and Rescheduling

Stargazing is naturally weather-dependent. If cloud cover or poor conditions prevent a high-quality viewing experience, we will work closely with you to reschedule your session to another suitable night.

Come along, look up, and experience Western Sydney from a spectacular new perspective!