Observatori Fabra, Barcelona

Name: Observatori Fabra
Address: Camí de l'Observatori, s/n, Barcelona, 08035, Spain
Telephone: +34 933 27 01 21

#88 among attractions in Barcelona

Art Nouveau architecture, Observatories and planetariums, Museum, View point

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Facts and practical information

The Fabra Observatory is an astronomical observatory located in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain pointed towards the south at 415 metres above sea level. ()

Local name: Observatorio Fabra Established: 1904 (120 years ago)Architectural style: Art NouveauCoordinates: 41°25'6"N, 2°7'27"E

Address

Camí de l'Observatori, s/nSarrià-Sant Gervasi (Vallvidrera-el Tibidabo i les Planes)Barcelona 08035 Spain

Contact

+34 933 27 01 21

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Observatori Fabra – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: CosmoCaixa, Tibidabo Amusement Park, Temple Expiatori del Sagrat Cor, Muntanya Russa.

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Amusement park
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Neighbourhood
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Observatori Fabra open?

Observatori Fabra is open:

Monday 9 am - 9 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 9 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 9 pm
Thursday 9 am - 9 pm
Friday 9 am - 9 pm
Saturday 10 am - 2 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Observatori Fabra?

Nearby attractions include Tibidabo, Barcelona (10 min walk), Temple Expiatori del Sagrat Cor, Barcelona (10 min walk), Muntanya Russa, Barcelona (11 min walk), Cementiri de Sant Gervasi, Barcelona (13 min walk).

How to get to Observatori Fabra by public transport?

The nearest stations to Observatori Fabra:

Bus

Ctra de Vallvidrera - Camí de l'Observatori • Lines: 111 (7 min walk)
Mentora Alsina • Lines: 111 (8 min walk)

Tram

Font del Racó • Lines: Tramvia Blau (9 min walk)
Carrer num. 15 • Lines: Tramvia Blau (9 min walk)

Metro

Penitents • Lines: L3 (23 min walk)
Avinguda Tibidabo • Lines: L7 (24 min walk)

Train

Peu del Funicular (24 min walk)
Carretera de les Aigues (24 min walk)