Posted in Arizona
June 13, 2020
Arizona’s Kitt Peak National Observatory Has The Largest Collection Of Telescopes In The World
Arizona is not only home to some of the darkest skies in the nation, but the largest collection of optical telescopes on earth, as well. You’ll find them at Kitt Peak National Observatory near Tucson, an incredible, bucket list-worthy place.
Please note, Kitt Peak National Observatory is temporarily closed.

There are a whopping 24, all of varying size and magnitude, plus two radio telescopes.

It's not hard to believe that so much intelligence has come out of this amazing place.

You can marvel at it firsthand on a guided tour, which takes place at 10 a.m. each day.

The tours are held at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., respectively.

Take a look around, gain some insightful knowledge, and join informative daytime tours and nighttime stargazing programs.

The observatory has also contributed to the study of dark matter, cosmic distances, high-redshift galaxies, and the Boötes void, among other research topics.

Participate in one of the three nighttime events to get up-close-and-personal with the spectacular evening sky.
The observatory is currently closed to visitors, but keep checking the website and Facebook page for updates.
Have you ever visited Kitt Peak National Observatory? If so, let us know all about your experience! Check out our previous article to learn about one of the best stargazing spots in the state: This Remote Little Town In Arizona Is One Of The Darkest Places In The Nation.
Address: Tucson, AZ 85634, USA