Fodor's Expert Review Mount Lemmon Sky Center

Catalina Foothills Observatory

At the University of Arizona's research observatory on Mount Lemmon, visitors can plumb the night sky on the highest mountain in the area using the largest public-viewing telescope in the Southwest. A five-hour stargazing program is offered nightly (weather permitting), and includes an interactive astronomy presentation, telescope viewing, and a light dinner.

Observatory

Quick Facts

Ski Run Rd.
Tucson, Arizona  85619, USA

520-626–8122

www.skycenter.arizona.edu

Sight Details:
Rate Includes: $65, Closed Mon. and Tues.

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