Tucson: Kitt Peak Magnificent Moon (MM) Program - 2026 (Verified Reviews)

About This Experience

Begin your tour with a stop at the Visitor Center, where you'll examine the exhibits that describe this national observatory and other interesting topics. Enjoy a …

Highlights

Gaze at the moon and stars through telescopes at Kitt Peak National Observatory
Enjoy a light meal and learn about astronomy and the night sky from your guide
Discover the constellations and stars with the help of your expert guide
Explore the night sky with a variety of telescopes and binoculars
Visit the Visitor Center and learn about the observatory and its history

What's Included

✓ Guided tour of the Moon's surface
✓ Access to Kitt Peak National Observatory
✓ Light meal (turkey, vegetarian, or gluten-free sandwich)
✓ Use of telescopes and binoculars
✓ Guide-led introduction to astronomy and the night sky

Not Included

Transportation to Kitt Peak
Specially prepared allergen-free meals

Good to Know

Program not accessible for those with accessibility needs
Reservations made after 1:30 pm on the day of the program will not receive a meal
Arizona State Route 86 has a U.S. Border Patrol checkpoint
Cold temperatures expected, dress warmly

Meeting Point

The meeting point is at Mile 12, at the end of Arizona State Road 386 (Kitt Peak Road). This is the entrance to Kitt Peak National Observatory. Please use a reliable GPS or map, as signage is limited and mobile signal may be weak in the area. Guests must arrive and depart in their own vehicle or as part of a pre-arranged group. Due to observatory regulations, drop-off by taxi or rideshare is not permitted unless the driver remains on-site for the entire duration of your visit and has a paid ticket. All vehicles must depart together in a convoy at the end of the evening program to protect ongoing scientific research. If you arrive by rideshare, the driver must purchase a ticket and stay with you for the full duration of the activity. Plan your transport in advance, as there is no public transport or taxi service available at the observatory.