Presentation
We have always looked at the sky seeking to find out its secrets, and wondering about the planets and the stars. The Specola Tower was built for this very purpose, as a place from which to observe the movements of the planets and study astronomy. In its rooms, including the famous Meridian Room, you will see a wealth of instruments that were once used by astronomers, such as armillary spheres or wooden telescopes.
INFORMATION AND SERVICES
Address
Via Zamboni, 33 - 40126 Bologna
Contacts
+39 051 2099610
+39 320 4365356
Ticket Office
Further Information
Scientific Advisor Prof.ssa Paola Focardi
Opening hours
COVID-19
While we remain closed, we are preparing the safety protocols, according to the national rules, in order to guarantee a gradual re-opening of our museums and collections.
You can visit the museum only by booking a guided tour (max. 15 people).
GUIDED TOUR FOR GROUPS AND SCHOOLS
To book for a group of people, please contact sma.specola@unibo.it or 320-4365356
Closed on working Mondays, 1 January, 1 May, 15 August, 24 and 25 December
Tickets
Standard ticket: 5€
Free admission: students of the University of Bologna, personnel of the University of Bologna, accompanying visitors with disabilities, Card Cultura holders
GUIDED TOURS FOR SCHOOL GROUPS
- 2€ per person (educational tour only)
- 5€ per person (visit with teaching material)
Further information
The climb up the Tower requires considerable physical effort: visitors should be aware that the staircase is made up of 272 steps. Admission is therefore not recommended for people suffering from heart conditions, dizziness and claustrophobia.
For safety reasons, access to the Tower is not permitted to persons with reduced or impaired mobility.
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