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Overview
- Duration:4 hours 30 minutes
- Travelers:5 guests
- Tour Type:Daily tour, Group tour, Private tour
- Language:English
Space Bar Africa is the first public space observatory in Lagos, Nigeria, established to provide easy access to astronomy and space science equipment. Founded by tech entrepreneur Damilola Obiokeke and a community of space enthusiasts, the hub acts as an interactive bridge to the cosmos for everyday Nigerians. It operates as an all-inclusive, walk-in educational center where visitors can utilize high-powered astronomical equipment, browse deep-space materials, and join a passionate local community of stargazers.
Why You Should Visit
Space Bar Africa provides a physical ecosystem where you can peer at close-up planetary systems through expert gear or plug into virtual reality simulations. Whether you are a casual star enthusiast wanting to experience a thrilling overnight sky-gaze, a content creator looking to print spectacular astrophotography, or a budding astronomer seeking your own personal equipment, Space Bar offers an inspiring and intellectually stimulating space.
Why You Should Visit
Space Bar Africa provides a physical ecosystem where you can peer at close-up planetary systems through expert gear or plug into virtual reality simulations. Whether you are a casual star enthusiast wanting to experience a thrilling overnight sky-gaze, a content creator looking to print spectacular astrophotography, or a budding astronomer seeking your own personal equipment, Space Bar offers an inspiring and intellectually stimulating space.
Highlights
- Walk-In Telescope Stations: Accessible viewing decks featuring handpicked, professional telescopes that allow anyone to view planet surfaces, rings, and lunar craters up close.
- Overnight Sky-Gazing: Community stargazing events and late-night viewing sessions tailored for optimal cosmic tracking.
- Virtual Reality Cubicles: Immersive digital VR spaces that transport users through interactive tours of galaxies, nebulae, and deep-space environments.
- Astrophotography & Print Lab: Specialized tech infrastructure enabling visitors to capture, render, print, and permanently own beautiful imagery of space targets.
- Space-Themed Library: A curated repository filled with astronomy literature, aerospace publications, and educational resources.
- Equipment Retail & Rental: A dedicated retail stream where you can purchase or rent telescopes and essential lens accessories to practice stargazing from home.
Includes/Excludes
- Shared tour
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food
Cancellation policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Frequently asked questions
Who can visit Space Bar Africa?
The observatory is completely open-access, built for absolute beginners, expert astronomers, students, and curious walk-in visitors alike.
Can I get guidance on how to use the equipment?
Yes, the facility is hosted by in-house community members and astronomy guides who teach beginners how to properly configure apertures, focal lengths, and track celestial bodies.
What to bring
A Jacket or Hooded Sweater for overnight stargazing.
Your Friends or Family.
Storage Devices or Smartphones.
Curiosity & Questions.
Your Friends or Family.
Storage Devices or Smartphones.
Curiosity & Questions.
from₦50,000.00 /group
Have a question before booking? Message us to learn more.
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