Helsinki Observatory, Helsinki
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Facts and practical information
Helsinki University Observatory housed the Department of Astronomy at the University of Helsinki, south Finland until end of 2009. It is now an astronomy-themed visitor centre and museum. ()
Local name: Helsingin yliopiston Observatorio Established: 1834 (190 years ago)Coordinates: 60°9'43"N, 24°57'6"E
Address
Kopernikuksentie 1Eteläinen (Ullanlinna)Helsinki 00130
Contact
+358 29 4124244
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Day trips
Helsinki Observatory – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Market Square, Statue of Johan Ludvig Runeberg, Havis Amanda, Esplanadi.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Helsinki Observatory?
Nearby attractions include German Church, Helsinki (3 min walk), The Shipwrecked, Helsinki (4 min walk), Museum of Finnish Architecture, Helsinki (5 min walk), Fabianinkatu 17, Helsinki (5 min walk).
How to get to Helsinki Observatory by public transport?
The nearest stations to Helsinki Observatory:
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Tram
- Kirurgi • Lines: 10 (3 min walk)
- Tarkk'ampujankatu • Lines: 10 (4 min walk)
Bus
- Tarkk'ampujankatu • Lines: 24 (5 min walk)
- Johanneksenkirkko • Lines: 24 (6 min walk)
Ferry
- Olympia Terminal, Helsinki • Lines: Silja Line (6 min walk)
- Kauppatori • Lines: Kauppatori-Korkeasaari, Sininen reitti (10 min walk)
Metro
- Central Railway Station • Lines: M1, M2 (19 min walk)
- University of Helsinki • Lines: M1, M2 (20 min walk)
Train
- Helsinki (20 min walk)