Overview

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Journey through the universe at the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, home to Vancouver’s Planetarium Star Theatre. Experience planets, nebulas, and black holes like never before. Watch a live demonstration in the GroundStation Canada Theatre, and explore the Cosmic Courtyard gallery for a deeper understanding of the most fascinating discoveries in astronomy. From planets to moons and star clusters explore the wonders of the night sky through the half-metre Cassegrain telescope in the Gordon MacMillan Southam Observatory.

Rain or shine, visit the Space Centre — where we focus on offering both visitors and residents of Vancouver a fun learning experience. Kids, adults, the entire family - there's something for everyone.

Located at the heart of Vanier Park south of the Burrard Bridge, the Space Centre is easily accessible, has convenient parking, and also boasts a panoramic view of the Coast Mountains and the city of Vancouver. Look for the friendly steel Crab at the front of the building.

Accessibility
  • Accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible washroom
  • Accessible seating
AccessibilityAccessible attributes checklist, developed by Destination BC in partnership with Spinal Cord Injury BC
  • Accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible washroom
  • Accessible seating
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1100 Chestnut St Vancouver BC V6J 3J9
Gordon Southam Observatory

H.R. MacMillan Space Centre

Journey through the universe at the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, home to Vancouver’s Planetarium Star Theatre. Experience planets, nebulas, and black holes like never before. Watch a live demonstration in the GroundStation Canada Theatre, and explore the Cosmic Courtyard gallery for a deeper understanding of the most fascinating discoveries in astronomy. From planets to moons and star clusters explore the wonders of the night sky through the half-metre Cassegrain telescope in the Gordon MacMillan Southam Observatory. Rain or shine, visit the Space Centre — where we focus on offering both visitors and residents of Vancouver a fun learning experience. Kids, adults, the entire family - there's something for everyone. Located at the heart of Vanier Park south of the Burrard Bridge, the Space Centre is easily accessible, has convenient parking, and also boasts a panoramic view of the Coast Mountains and the city of Vancouver. Look for the friendly steel Crab at the front of the building.

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Elevate your next corporate function or private event at the Space Centre, where extraordinary venues await! Whether you’re planning a meeting, training session, film screening, performance, holiday party, or a large-scale conference, we have the perfect space to make your event shine. Plus, amp up the excitement with dynamic planetarium shows and live science demonstrations—unforgettable add-ons that will leave your guests in awe.

Number of rooms:7
Reception capacity:200
Banquet capacity:100
Gordon Southam Observatory
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