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Castel Gandolfo: Vatican Observatory Experience

Observe stars through a telescope and see lake views from a terrace

Open today: 09:00 - 17:00

Registered address: Piazza d'Ara Coeli, 16, 00186, Rome, IT
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Included

  • Access to the astronomical domes in the Palace
  • Access to the Papal Palace third floor

Not included

  • Transport
  • Guided tour
  • Audio guide

For the first time in almost ninety years, the astronomical domes of Castel Gandolfo's Papal Palace are open to visitors.

These include two functional observatories of the Vatican: the major dome with an 8.5-meter diameter, equipped with a Visual Telescope for observing stars and planets; and the minor dome, with an 8-meter diameter, featuring the Double Astrograph used for photographic surveys of the sky and the position of stars.

Access the observatories via a spiral staircase to the third-floor terrace, which provides views of Lake Albano.

  • Please arrive 20 minutes before the meeting time
  • Show the voucher to the reception staff

Papal Palace & Gardens of Castel Ga

Saturday
09:00 - 17:00
Sunday
10:00 - 17:00
Monday
09:00 - 13:00
Tuesday
09:00 - 13:00
Wednesday
09:00 - 13:00
Thursday
09:00 - 13:00
Friday
09:00 - 13:00
Papal Palace & Gardens of Castel Gandolfo
Piazza della Libertà, 00073, Castel Gandolfo
  • Cancel for free until 24 hours before you visit and get a full refund
  • Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit date

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