Sonnenborgh Observatory, Utrecht

Name: Sonnenborgh Observatory
Address: Utrecht, Netherlands
Telephone: +31 30 820 1420

#39 among attractions in Utrecht

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Facts and practical information

Sonnenborgh Observatory is an astronomical observatory and museum open to the public, located in Utrecht, Netherlands. It was founded in 1853 as a university observatory and from 1854 until 1897 it was the first home of the Royal Dutch Meteorological Institute. ()

Local name: Sonnenborgh Established: 1853 (171 years ago)Coordinates: 52°5'12"N, 5°7'48"E

Address

Oost (Buiten Wittevrouwen)Utrecht Netherlands

Contact

+31 30 820 1420

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Day trips

Sonnenborgh Observatory – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Spoorwegmuseum, St. Martin's Cathedral, Oudegracht, Domtoren.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Sonnenborgh Observatory?

Nearby attractions include Spoorwegmuseum, Utrecht (3 min walk), Universiteitsmuseum, Utrecht (6 min walk), Museum Catharijneconvent, Utrecht (7 min walk), dick bruna huis, Utrecht (7 min walk).

How to get to Sonnenborgh Observatory by public transport?

The nearest stations to Sonnenborgh Observatory:

Train

Utrecht Maliebaan (3 min walk)
Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn (17 min walk)

Bus

Oosterstraat • Lines: 8 (4 min walk)
Oudwijkerdwarsstraat • Lines: 8 (6 min walk)

Tram

Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn • Lines: 22 (17 min walk)
Centraal Station Centrumzijde B3 • Lines: 22 (21 min walk)