Trek Zone

Observatory, Cape Town

#107 among attractions in Cape Town

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Observatory

Facts and practical information

Alternative names: Area: 1.35 mi²Coordinates: 33°56'11"S, 18°28'27"E
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ObservatoryCape Town South Africa

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Day trips

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

Nearby attractions include: Rhodes Memorial, Heart of Cape Town Museum, Cape Town Science Centre, Mostert's Mill.

  • rhodes memorial table mountain national park1.4 miSW
  • heart of cape town museum0.7 miSW
  • cape town science centre0.6 miW
  • mosterts mill cape town1.2 miS
  • royal observatory cape town~1250 ftNE
  • south african astronomical observatory cape town~1250 ftNE
  • saao library cape town location map
    ~900 ftE
  • de nieuwe molen cape town0.5 miNE
  • raapenberg bird sanctuary cape town location map
    ~1810 ftE
  • hartleyvale stadium cape town location map
    ~1000 ftSE

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Observatory?

Nearby attractions include SAAO Library, Cape Town (5 min walk), South African Astronomical Observatory, Cape Town (7 min walk), Royal Observatory, Cape Town (7 min walk), Raapenberg Bird Sanctuary, Cape Town (9 min walk).

How to get to Observatory by public transport?

The nearest stations to Observatory:

Train
  • Observatory (5 min walk)
  • Mowbray (18 min walk)

Bus
  • St Peters Square Residence • Lines: Ct1 (16 min walk)
  • Spencer 1 • Lines: 102 (19 min walk)

Where to next? Visit western cape Western Cape region page or discover the top tourist attractions in South Africa.