A stargazing night is an amazing way to end a delightful day trip from Perth to the Gingin area. If you decide to stay on there’s plenty to see and do. Why not make a weekend of it?

Meal and accommodation options within 5-10 minutes drive of Gingin Observatory:

Gravity Discovery Centre (next door to Gingin Observatory)
A great science centre to visit and right next door to Gingin Observatory. Open Tuesdays to Sundays, 9.30am to 5pm. Closed Good Friday, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. Open on Mondays during Western Australian school holidays. Bookings are not required.

The Gravity Discovery Centre also has a cafe that is open on some stargazing nights. If the cafe is open for evening meals, this is indicated in the event description of the stargazing event you'd like to attend. Bookings are essential for evening meals and can be made by adding meal tickets to your stargazing booking. When the Gravity Discovery Centre is not open for evening meals, there are other options close by. Please see below.

Amirage Restaurant and Bed & Breakfast (5 minute drive away)
Meals and bed & breakfast accommodation available. Licenced. Bookings for meals are essential: 08 9575 7646.
Delightful garden setting with Australian native animals to see.

Willowbrook Caravan Park (5 minute drive away)
Caravan and camping available. Bookings: 08 9575 7566.
If staying Saturday night, don't forget to enjoy freshly made scones, jam and cream on Sunday morning!

Brookside Budget Accommodation and Chalets (10 minute drive away)
Great for small groups and families. Self contained. Bookings: 08 9575 7585.

Sandy Lake Farm Bed & Breakfast (10 minute drive away)
Lovely setting with lakes, large lawns and shady trees. Bed & breakfast with lunch and dinner available if required. Bookings: 08 9575 7572 or 0428 288 422. Or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Click here for a list of other local accommodation, meals and attractions in the region.