Paranal Observatory

European Southern Observatory Paranal

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(75) · Observatory in Antofagasta, Chile
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Feb 29, 2020
One can visit the observatory only during daytime, so do not expect to see stars! However, during the tour one gets to have a peak inside the residentia, where the astronomers and engineers sleep, ea… Full review by KatrienS955
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Paranal Observatory is an astronomical observatory operated by the European Southern Observatory. It is located in the Atacama Des…
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I will be going there on a tour at the beginning of July, can anyone tell me what sort of daytime temperatures we can …
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I will be going there on a tour at the beginning of July, can anyone tell me what sort of daytime temperatures we can expect?
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Thanks for this. We were there last week, it was indeed windy!
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How long does the Saturday tour last? I've read 2 & 3 hours.
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About 3 hours. Short video, drive to upper level, outdoor tour, indoor tour then q&a.
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Answer by Helen F · Dec 21, 2018
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Hi, we will go to Observatory Paranal on Dec 1 2018, pm section. Anyone like to join to share the cost of rent a car …
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Hi, we will go to Observatory Paranal on Dec 1 2018, pm section. Anyone like to join to share the cost of rent a car from Antofagasta or Calamari? Thanks. Sophia
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Just DMed you about this
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Answer by Jwoofs · Nov 29, 2018
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Hi, can you tell me how much I can expect to pay to get thereESOP. By taxi ? Or are there Tour Companies ? I …
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Hi, can you tell me how much I can expect to pay to get thereESOP. By taxi ? Or are there Tour Companies ? I have booked my entrance .
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Just had a quick look, one way taxi £65-£70, with standing time for the driver extra it is better to hire a car. Contact me by PM if you require further info as I was there three weeks ago.
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