Astronomy Tower of the Sorbonne, Paris

Name: Astronomy Tower of the Sorbonne
Address: Paris, France

#245 among attractions in Paris

Museum, Observatories and planetariums

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The Astronomy Tower of the Sorbonne is a tower at the Sorbonne University's Paris campus built to house an astronomical observatory for its students. The structure was erected during the reconstruction of the Sorbonne, between 1885 and 1901. The tower is 39 meters high, has an upper and lower dome, and includes several rooms. The upper dome houses the telescope, and the lower dome contains an optics workshop for amateurs to make mirrors. The tower is operated by the Société astronomique de France and is available for tours and amateur observations. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 48°50'55"N, 2°20'39"E

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Panthéon (Sorbonne)Paris France

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Astronomy Tower of the Sorbonne – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Panthéon, Musée de Cluny, Fontaine Médicis, Latin Quarter.

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Monuments and statues
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Street
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Astronomy Tower of the Sorbonne?

Nearby attractions include Sorbonne Grand amphitheatre, Paris (1 min walk), Quartier de la Sorbonne, Paris (2 min walk), Sorbonne, Paris (2 min walk), Sorbonne Chapel, Paris (2 min walk).

How to get to Astronomy Tower of the Sorbonne by public transport?

The nearest stations to Astronomy Tower of the Sorbonne:

Bus

Collège de France • Lines: 63, 86 (3 min walk)
Les Écoles • Lines: 21, 27, 38, N14, N21 (3 min walk)

Metro

Cluny-La Sorbonne • Lines: 10 (5 min walk)
Maubert - Mutualité • Lines: 10 (6 min walk)

Train

Luxembourg (8 min walk)
Saint-Michel Notre-Dame (9 min walk)

Ferry

Notre-Dame • Lines: Batobus (9 min walk)
Hôtel-de-Ville • Lines: Batobus (16 min walk)