Beverly-Begg Observatory, Dunedin

Name: Beverly-Begg Observatory
Address: 1A City Road, Dunedin, 9010, New Zealand
Telephone: +64 3-477 7683

#39 among attractions in Dunedin

Observatories and planetariums, Specialty museum, Museum

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Facts and practical information

The Beverly-Begg Observatory is a New Zealand astronomical observatory, situated on Robin Hood Park in the Belleknowes part of Dunedin's town belt. It was established in 1922 by the Dunedin Astronomical Society and is the home of the group. The annex was added in the 1960s. ()

Established: 1922 (102 years ago)Coordinates: 45°52'21"S, 170°29'31"E

Address

1A City RoadDunedin 9010 New Zealand

Contact

+64 3-477 7683

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Beverly-Begg Observatory open?

Beverly-Begg Observatory is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 8 pm - 9 pm
Wednesday closed
Thursday closed
Friday closed
Saturday closed
Sunday 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Beverly-Begg Observatory?

Nearby attractions include Arthur Street Cemetery, Dunedin (3 min walk), St. Joseph's Cathedral, Dunedin (9 min walk), Roslyn Overbridge, Dunedin (11 min walk), Globe Theatre, Dunedin (11 min walk).

How to get to Beverly-Begg Observatory by public transport?

The nearest stations to Beverly-Begg Observatory:

Bus

Princes St, 138 • Lines: 8N (15 min walk)
Princes St, 151 • Lines: 10, 8S (15 min walk)

Train

Dunedin Railway Station (22 min walk)