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Carter Observatory

Carter Observatory is New Zealand’s new place for space. Situated at the top of the Cable Car in Wellington’s Botanic Garden, we offer a unique venue in stunning surroundings.

For more information and availability, contact:
E: venue@carterobservatory.org
T: +64 (0) 4 910 3140
 

Pelorus Trust PlanetariumPelorus Trust Planetarium

Cooke Telescope. Cooke Telescope - An evening with the starts

Carter Observatory logo.
  • Situated in the Botanic Garden, a 2 minute walk from the top of the Cable Car

  • A planetarium dining experience unique in New Zealand

  • Whoosh your guests away from Wellington to Te Ikaroa (the Milky Way) and beyond … all between dinner and dessert!

  • Historic telescope with star gazing available

  • Tailored tours of our multi media exhibits on our Southern Skies are available

  • www.carterobservatory.org

Exploration Room. Exploration Room

Carter Observatory Function spaces and venue capacities
  Theatre Classroom Boardroom U-Shape Banquet Cocktail
Exploration room 80 60 - 30 60 160
Aurora Room - - 10 - - -
Pelorus Trust Planetarium 60 - - - 60 -
Telescope Dome - - - - 15 30
Pickering Gallery* - 20 - - - 60

*Pickering Gallery only available in conjunction with full venue hire.

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