Chilgapsan Observatory

An astronomy experience centre in Chilgapsan Provincial Park, Cheongyang, Chungnam. Reopened in March 2026 after exhibition renovations, it offers interactive space displays, a full-dome planetarium and weather-dependent telescope observations.

Address: 178-46 Hantigogae-gil, Jeongsan-myeon, Cheongyang-gun, Chungnam, South Korea (칠갑산천문대)
Nearby transit: The official guide says to park at Chilgap Plaza and walk uphill for about 5–10 minutes. Bus/train connections are not verified; check transport separately.
Hours: Official seasonal hours: Nov–Mar 10:00–21:00 (last entry 19:30); Apr–Oct 10:00–22:00 (last entry 20:30). Morning sessions end at 11:00, afternoon entry 13:00–17:00. Usually closed Mondays and Lunar New Year/Chuseok holidays (next day if Monday is a holiday). Advance booking required; check the temporary construction/closure notice and weather.

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청양군 칠갑산천문대Chilgapsan Observatory: Official Booking and Closure NoticesCheck the temporary booking arrangements and possible closure dates before visiting in November 2026.

Why it matters now

A September 29, 2026 official notice warns of possible entrance works and about a week's closure sometime between October 20 and November 30, with bookings temporarily opening at 10:00 on the previous Tuesday for the following Tuesday–Sunday week. Check notices before any November visit.

Why go

Explore indoor space exhibits and a dome show, with telescope viewing when conditions permit. Book ahead on the observatory website; visible celestial objects and observations depend on weather.

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Plan the visit

Use the confirmed place facts below, then continue to the broader travel guides for transport, facilities and eating practicalities.

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Getting thereThe official guide says to park at Chilgap Plaza and walk uphill for about 5–10 minutes. Bus/train connections are not verified; check transport separately.Find directions on NAVER Map ↗178-46 Hantigogae-gil, Jeongsan-myeon, Cheongyang-gun, Chungnam, South Korea (칠갑산천문대)

Nearby facilities & servicesOpen guide →Official seasonal hours: Nov–Mar 10:00–21:00 (last entry 19:30); Apr–Oct 10:00–22:00 (last entry 20:30). Morning sessions end at 11:00, afternoon entry 13:00–17:00. Usually closed Mondays and Lunar New Year/Chuseok holidays (next day if Monday is a holiday). Advance booking required; check the temporary construction/closure notice and weather.

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