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Palomar Observatory Astronomy Tour

2010 tour dates for our 26th season will be released in the spring. Please visit us in March for more information. If you would like to be notified when the dates are released, please join our e-Update mailing list.

picture of the Palomar Observatory Spend an evening with one of the largest and most famous telescopes in the world! See the historic 200-inch Hale telescope, hear an astronomy guest speaker, visit the museum and gift shop, and then spend the rest of the evening stargazing under the night sky atop Palomar Mountain. Guests will have the opportunity to view the cosmos through multiple telescopes with the help of Palomar’s skilled docents. These enhanced tours are held on darker evenings allowing for greater visibility of various astronomical features.

Including travel time, the tour is approximately 3 p.m. until midnight. Access to the observatory will be by bus only and is included in the price of the tour. No private vehicles are permitted. There are two pick-up locations: San Diego and Escondido. All activities are subject to weather and operational requirements. A portion of the fee for these tours supports Palomar Observatory’s new educational exhibits.

Dinner is not included with the cost of your tour. You may bring your own bag dinner and refreshments or purchase a brown bag dinner from the Fleet Science Center. Dinners include your choice of a sandwich, 2 sides and a drink for $9 and will be waiting for you at your designated pick-up location. Dinner orders must be placed 48 hours in advance of your tour. Contact Client Services at (619) 238-1233 x 806 to book your tour and dinner today!

PRICES
Members $65 per person
Non-members $75 per person

NOTE: These tours are appropriate for ages 10 and up. Remember to dress warmly and wear comfortable shoes. The tour consists of standing and walking, including relatively rough terrain and tight staircases. If you require assistance during a Palomar tour, accommodations can be arranged. Please be sure to let us know when booking your reservation. Confirmations and directions to pickup locations are mailed in advance.

Cancellation Policy: Requests for refunds must be made at least one week prior to the tour date and will be charged a 20% processing fee. If you cancel within one week, no refund will be issued.