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NRF|SAAO Cape Town Private Night tour & Star gazing

September 18 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

The NRF|SAAO invites you for a Night tour & star gazing

Our night tours begin at the Visitor Center, where guests are introduced to the rich history of Astronomy in our country. The tour includes a visit to our main building, one of Cape Town’s oldest formal structures, as well as our Museum. Guests will also have the opportunity to explore the McClean Telescope, a highlight of the tour. Weather permitting, the experience culminates with an unforgettable stargazing session using both the McClean and Dobsonian telescopes.

Please note that vehicles will only be allowed on site from 19:30.

The Night Tour on the 7th will begin at 19:30 to do some Moongazing of the Lunar Eclipse (weather permitting). Vehicles will only be allowed on site from 19:00.

Please email cptbookings@saao.ac.za or call +27 21 447 0025 if you have any queries regarding bookings.

Details

Date:
September 18
Time:
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Event Category:

Organizer

SAAO

Venue

Cape Town
Observatory Rd, Observatory
Cape Town, 7925 South Africa
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Phone:
021 447 0025