About this Event
Step inside Swinburne’s Virtual Universe as it transforms into a spacecraft that takes you on a journey.
Experience the planets like never before in this breathtaking, immersive show that transforms the room into your very own spaceship. From the scorching surface of Mercury to the icy edge of Neptune, this is more than a tour – it’s a shared journey through space that will change how you see Earth.
🚀 About This Event
Join us for a 60-minute immersive space experience where you’ll travel across the Solar System together – not as spectators, but as explorers.
Using stunning visuals, real scientific data, and cinematic storytelling, this show invites you to:
- Stand on the surface of alien worlds
- Witness storms larger than Earth
- Explore moons that may harbour life
- Experience the vast scale of our Solar System
At Swinburne’s Virtual Universe, you can:
- Travel instantly between planets
- Experience true immersion with large-scale visuals and 3D
- Explore real scientific imagery alongside simulations
- Be guided by real scientists
It’s designed to feel like you’re truly going to these worlds, not just looking at them.
⏱ Event Details
Duration: 60-minute show
Saturday, October 24th • 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Capacity: 80 pax per session (intimate, limited seating)
Audience: Suitable for families, curious minds, and space enthusiasts
Note: Our 3D experience is best suited to curious minds above the age of 6. All children under 3 years old will not require a ticket.
🎟 Ticket Options
🌟 3D Immersive Experience
Adult: $30
Concession: $20
Child (15 and under, must be accompanied by an adult): $15
♿ Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible venue
Please note:
- Bright lights, intense colours, and some flashing visuals are used
- May not be suitable for those with light sensitivity
📍 Location
Swinburne’s Virtual Universe (SVU)
Advanced Technologies Centre – Swinburne University of Technology
🚆 Getting There
- Train or tram to Glenferrie Station, then a short walk to Burwood Road
- Parking available on Burwood Road and surrounding streets
- Paid parking structures are also available on Swinburne’s campus
❗ Important Information
- Limited seating – bookings essential
- Please arrive 10 minutes early to ensure timely departure 🚀
- Late entry may not be possible due to the immersive format
Refund Policy: Refunds up to 1 day before event
Event venue & nearby stays
Advanced Technologies Centre, 427-451 Burwood Road, Hawthorn, Australia
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