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A full moon over a hill with a telescope and buildings. 1
A group of people observing a celestial event near a dome-shaped observatory. 2
A group of people gathered around a large observatory dome, overlooking a mountainous landscape during sunset. 3
A lunar eclipse with three distinct phases. 4
A dense star field with multiple bright stars and a few nebulae. 5
By Kitt Peak National Observatory
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Overview

    • Gaze at the moon and stars through telescopes at Kitt Peak National Observatory
    • Enjoy a light meal and learn about astronomy and the night sky from your guide
    • Discover the constellations and stars with the help of your expert guide
    • Explore the night sky with a variety of telescopes and binoculars
    • Visit the Visitor Center and learn about the observatory and its history

Activity location

    • Tucson
    • Tucson, Arizona, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Tucson, AZ 85634, USA | The meeting point is at Mile 12, at the end of Arizona State Road 386 (Kitt Peak Road). This is the entrance to Kitt Peak National Observatory. Please use a reliable GPS or map, as signage is limited and mobile signal may be weak in the area. Guests must arrive and depart in their own vehicle or as part of a pre-arranged group. Due to observatory regulations, drop-off by taxi or rideshare is not permitted unless the driver remains on-site for the entire duration of your visit and has a paid ticket. All vehicles must depart together in a convoy at the end of the evening program to protect ongoing scientific research. If you arrive by rideshare, the driver must purchase a ticket and stay with you for the full duration of the activity. Plan your transport in advance, as there is no public transport or taxi service available at the observatory.
    • Haivana Nakya, Arizona, United States

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Guided tour of the Moon's surface
  • Inclusions
    Access to Kitt Peak National Observatory
  • Inclusions
    Light meal (turkey, vegetarian, or gluten-free sandwich)
  • Inclusions
    Use of telescopes and binoculars
  • Inclusions
    Guide-led introduction to astronomy and the night sky
  • Exclusions
    Transportation to Kitt Peak
  • Exclusions
    Specially prepared allergen-free meals

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Pets
    • Not suitable for: Children under 8 years, People with mobility impairments

What you can expect

  • Begin your tour with a stop at the Visitor Center, where you'll examine the exhibits that describe this national observatory and other interesting topics. Enjoy a light meal and then have a guide-led introduction to astronomy and the night sky.

    Learn how to identify stars and the constellations. Once you are outdoors, explore the night skies and view them with a variety of telescopes. Then enter one of the domes to view the Moon, planets (if visible), and maybe even a bright deep space object or two.

    Observe the night sky in all its grandeur. This program includes a smaller guest-to-staff ratio (typically no more than 12:1) and allows for more time looking through telescopes and binoculars at the Moon. To ensure excellent lunar vistas, this program typically runs on nights that are close to the full Moon.

Location

Activity location

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    • Tucson
    • Tucson, Arizona, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Tucson, AZ 85634, USA | The meeting point is at Mile 12, at the end of Arizona State Road 386 (Kitt Peak Road). This is the entrance to Kitt Peak National Observatory. Please use a reliable GPS or map, as signage is limited and mobile signal may be weak in the area. Guests must arrive and depart in their own vehicle or as part of a pre-arranged group. Due to observatory regulations, drop-off by taxi or rideshare is not permitted unless the driver remains on-site for the entire duration of your visit and has a paid ticket. All vehicles must depart together in a convoy at the end of the evening program to protect ongoing scientific research. If you arrive by rideshare, the driver must purchase a ticket and stay with you for the full duration of the activity. Plan your transport in advance, as there is no public transport or taxi service available at the observatory.
    • Haivana Nakya, Arizona, United States