The Helsinki University Observatory (Helsingin yliopiston Observatorio) is an observatory in Helsinki. The building was used as the astronomy department of the University of Helsinki until 2009. The building was designed in 1834 by city architect Carl Ludvig Engel with the help of professor Friedrich Wilhelm Argelander. It was one of the most progressive observatories of its time. Nowadays it is used as a visitor center and museum. Furthermore it houses the amateur astronomy association Ursa.
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Monday | Closed |
Tuesday | Closed |
Wednesday | Closed |
Thursday | 12:00 pm – 08:00 pm |
Friday | 12:00 pm – 04:00 pm |
Saturday | 12:00 pm – 04:00 pm |
Sunday | 12:00 pm – 04:00 pm |
0 - 6 | Free |
7 - 17 | €4.00 |
Adults | €8.00 |
Pensioners | €6.00 |
Students | €6.00 |
Family | €16.00 |
NotesFamily ticket is for 1–2 adults and 1–4 children. |
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