Zagreb Observatory

Since 1903, the Zagreb Astronomical Observatory, known locally as Zvjezdarnica Zagreb, has opened its doors on Tuesday and Friday evenings to anyone in the Croatian capital who wants to look through a telescope.

About Zagreb Observatory

Zagreb Observatory, officially the Zagreb Astronomical Observatory (Zvjezdarnica Zagreb), is managed by the Zagreb Astronomical Society and exists primarily for educational purposes, bringing public astronomy to residents of the city.

History

The observatory was founded in 1903, making it one of the longer-running public observatories in this part of Europe, and has been run by the Zagreb Astronomical Society for its entire history.

Location & getting there

The observatory is located in Zagreb, the Croatian capital, making it one of the more easily reached observatories on this list for anyone visiting the city.

Visiting Zagreb Observatory

Zagreb Observatory opens to the public Tuesday to Friday, from 20:00 to 22:00. Confirm current hours on the observatory's website before visiting, as schedules can change seasonally.

See your named star from here

With more than a century of public stargazing behind it, Zagreb Observatory is a fitting place to search for a star named through Star Register, using the exact coordinates provided with every certificate. Browse the star catalogue to choose one.