Question 1

Can I bring my dog to Doors Open Days at ROE?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately we are a dog-free site and only assistance dogs will be permitted on-site during Doors Open Days.

Question 2

I've got a specific question about accessibility, who can I speak to?

Accepted Answer

Please email our public engagement team at RoyalObsEdin@stfc.ac.uk for any questions about accessibility.

Question 3

Can I see inside the Victorian telescope dome?

Accepted Answer

I'm afraid that the Victorian Telescope Dome is CLOSED this year along with the rooftop for essential repairs. There will be no access to these areas for Doors Open Days this year.

Question 4

I've got a ticket with a time on it, is this the time for a tour of the telescope dome?

Accepted Answer

No, the time on your ticket is the arrival window for the whole Royal Observatory Edinburgh site and this year there are NO TOURS of the telescope dome.

Doors Open Days at Royal Observatory Edinburgh 2025