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Coats Observatory

49 Oakshaw Street West, Paisley, Scotland
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Ranked #2 of 4 attractions in Paisley
4.5 of 5 stars 3 Reviews
Traveller Description: Coats Observatory is a unique attraction and one of Paisley’s hidden gems. Public Observatories are only found in Scotland, and Paisley is one of... more »
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Paisley, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2012

daughter went had a clear night and could see the stars if its a cloudy night you can't see anything More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2012

Growing up in Paisley this is one of our landmarks and hopefully most Buddies will have been on at least 1 visit in the past but,why not give it another visit,full of interesting and educational things.Go on treat yourselves,you might even learn something new ... More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2011

its free, its so exciting for the kids, there is a guide. weather permitting you can get to look through one of the oldest telescopes. the staff are all so well informed. there is a weather station and a museum attached. well worth a visit. two hours just flys by. enjoy! More

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