About SAAO Headquarters
The headquarters of the South African Astronomical Observatory, at the site of the original Royal Observatory.
The location features administration facilities, library and museum, workshops, and historical telescopes that visitors can gaze through at night.
They offer informative and unique presentations on the second and fourth Saturday every month, starting at 8pm.
Telephone:
+27 (0) 21 447 0025
Website:
www.saao.ac.za/about/visting/cape-town
Things to do in Observatory
Accommodation near SAAO Headquarters
Obs Centre
Sleeps 6 in 2 rooms
Obs Centre is set in the Observatory district of Cape Town, 5.9 km from Robben Island Ferry, 7.4 km from V&A Waterfront, and 8.4 km from...
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For holiday goers seeking out the excitement of Cape Town city, 317 Paragon is a stylish option...
R1450
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Obz Cottages - Crown Street
Sleeps 6 in 3 rooms
Obz Cottages - Crown Street provides a three-bedroom Victorian cottage in the historical and...
R1300
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Bay Leaf Cottage
Sleeps 4 in 2 rooms
Bay Leaf Cottage is a lovely two-bedroom house located in the trendy suburb of Observatory. Ideal for a family or small group, this private...
R1100
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25 Ash
Sleeps 6 in 3 rooms
25 Ash is nestled among the hustle and bustle of Observatory. Housing six guests in three rooms, this guest house offers a tranquil stay in...
R2200
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Green Elephant Backpackers
Sleeps 9 in 3 rooms
Tucked away in the heart of Observatory, one of Cape Town’s quirkiest and bohemian-styled...
R350
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SAAO Headquarters Map
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SAAO Headquarters is 0.9km from the centre of Observatory
, the nearest airport 13.9km (Cape Town International Airport).
*Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling
*Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling
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