Observatories · Central Scotland
Royal Observatory, Edinburgh
In or near Edinburgh.
Royal Observatory, Edinburgh — a observatory in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Jim Barton — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–2.5 h
- Best time of year
- Moonless winter nights (Oct–Mar)
- Nearest railway station
- Haymarket · 3.2 km
- Family-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Royal Observatory, Edinburgh is a observatory located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Royal Observatory Edinburgh is a unique scientific establishment that combines a university astronomy research group, a UK Research Council establishment, and a Visitor Centre all in one location. Visitors can explore various aspects of astronomy and the history of the observatory through its exhibits and resources.
Place summary
The Royal Observatory, Edinburgh, is an observatory located in central Scotland, postcode EH9. It is known for its significant contributions to astronomy and is a prominent site for both public engagement and scientific research.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9229, -3.1881
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH9 3HJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh South
- Nearest railway station
- Haymarket — 3.2 km
- Official site
- www.roe.ac.uk
Sources
- osm: way/55751608 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Royal Observatory, Edinburgh?
- Royal Observatory, Edinburgh is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH9 3HJ).
- What is Royal Observatory, Edinburgh?
- Royal Observatory, Edinburgh — a observatory in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Royal Observatory, Edinburgh?
- The nearest railway station is Haymarket, about 3.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH9 3HJ.
- How do I get to Royal Observatory, Edinburgh?
- The nearest railway station is Haymarket, about 3.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH9 3HJ.