Kielder Observatory is one of the most remarkable places to visit in the whole of the UK. A public astronomical observatory which is second to none, under some of the darkest skies in the world where you'll find "infinite inspiration" and wonders you could never have imagined!
Are observatories open to public?
Many observatories around the world are at least partially accessible to the public, with some, such as McDonald Observatory in West Texas, even allowing regular public access to some of their research telescopes.
Which observatories can you visit?
- Mauna Kea Observatory—Hawaii, USA.
- Very Large Array—Socorro, New Mexico, USA.
- Royal Observatory, Greenwich—London, U.K.
- Cerro Paranal—Atacama Desert, Chile.
- Kitt Peak National Observatory—Arizona, USA.
- Griffith Observatory—Los Angeles, CA, USA.