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Helsinki University Observatory

Helsinki University Observatory is a historic public astronomy visitor centre and museum in the University of Helsinki 1834 observatory building. Its exhibitions explain the history of astronomy and the wonders of space, with ticketed public access to the permanent and special exhibitions and booked tours of the observation towers and planetarium; official seasonal and irregular-hour caveats apply.

Identity

Name
Helsinki University Observatory
Region
EU
Type
observatory

Details

Description
Helsinki University Observatory is a historic public astronomy visitor centre and museum in the University of Helsinki 1834 observatory building. Its exhibitions explain the history of astronomy and the wonders of space, with ticketed public access to the permanent and special exhibitions and booked tours of the observation towers and planetarium; official seasonal and irregular-hour caveats apply.
Latitude
60.16196
Location
Longitude
24.95168
Operational Status
operational
Ownership
public

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Creation Time
August 8, 2026 at 02:59:17 UTC
Updated Time
August 8, 2026 at 02:59:17 UTC