Urania Sternwarte is an open observatory in the Lindenhof quarter of Zurich, Switzerland. Urania's refracting telescope is provided with a Fraunhofer two-lens arrangement of 30 cm gap and central length of 5.05 meters, permitting maximal 600-fold amplification. The observatory offers guided tours – Moon, Solar System objects, stars, star groups, interstellar mists, and cosmic systems – and uncommon occasions for a wide group of onlookers, and additionally unique tours for schools and groups. The site provides a beautiful perspective of the city, Lake Zurich and the Alps. The Urania house has a restaurant and a Bar, as well. In the meantime, its area amidst the city of Zurich is a genuine issue, as light pollution of the city may hamper cosmic views.

• Costs per admission- Adults CHF 15, Adolescents 12 to 16- 10 francs.
• Kulturlegi / hour Ducks- CHF 10, Children 6 to 12- 5 CHF
• Entry is free for children up to six years.

• The tours start at 21.00 clock  and take about 1 1/2 hours. The box office opens at 20.45 clock.

• Bahnhofstrasse Station: Trams 3, 4, 6, 7, 11, 13, 14, 15 ; Buses N1, N6, N13

• Witschi's Restaurant & Bar – French
• Restaurant and bar on location 

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