The mission of the visitor center is to inspire a sense of wonder and awe about the Universe through exhibits, daytime tours, and nighttime public …
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Jan 25, 2025
This is a pretty long drive from Tucson, but it was well worth it! We thoroughly enjoyed the 2 tours we took of the telescopes. The docents were very knowledgeable and made the technical stuff very… Full review by czarinae
Jan 24, 2025
This was a terrific experience. We went on a chilly evening - January 22nd 2025. The views were spectacular and the 'educators' were very very good. It was great to hear their passion for what the… Full review by OnAir27472895418
Jan 23, 2025
We were the only people who booked tours this morning. I thanked the guides for not canceling the tours. The McMath Pierce Solar Telescope was decommissioned in 2018 after a new and much improved one… Full review by William M
There is a required time to arrive for the night program but if we are late ( arriving at Phoenix Airport 2 pm in late December) will they let us in? I’m awaiting response from KPNO
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I believe you can get in up to before the actual sunset time but after that you aren’t allowed to drive up the mountain. They are super fussy about stray light spoiling their data gathering. …
I believe you can get in up to before the actual sunset time but after that you aren’t allowed to drive up the mountain. They are super fussy about stray light spoiling their data gathering. That’s why they like everyone up there in plenty of time before sunset.
Hi, Angie. What would you like to know about this attraction? Having read some reviews I am a little concerned about driving down the mountain?
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Hi Angie. Traveling alongside the mountain to get to the Observatory was scary. Its not a straight road. Desending down the peak was not as scary. If u are afraid of heights or not …
Hi Angie. Traveling alongside the mountain to get to the Observatory was scary. Its not a straight road. Desending down the peak was not as scary. If u are afraid of heights or not a calm driver forget even going.
Hi, georgedschaefer. What would you like to know about this attraction? WHERE DID YOU STAY?
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There are lots of motels in Tucson. Only a few are under the hills, still need to drive a while. Lots of telescopes you can visit, different styles and functions. Give yourself more time to …
There are lots of motels in Tucson. Only a few are under the hills, still need to drive a while. Lots of telescopes you can visit, different styles and functions. Give yourself more time to drive around the mountain road.
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