Lowell Observatory

When you visit Lowell Observatory, you'll explore interactive exhibits... see cinematic, widescreen multimedia shows in our auditorium... learn about more than a century of history on Mars Hill... take informative tours with our friendly and knowledgable tour guides... and observe the heavens through instruments both modern and historic.

Come see us on Mars Hill in Flagstaff and explore the heavens with us.

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Daytime hours

November through February	Noon - 5:00 PM
March through October	9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Evening hours

September through May	Mon/Wed/Fri/Sat, 5:30 - 9:30 PM
June through August	Mon thru Sat, 5:30 - 10:00 PM

Please note:

	We do not require or accept reservations for our general public programs. You can reserve an exclusive school or private group program by calling 928-233-3235.
	We are closed on the major holidays listed at right.
	No smoking.
	Our campus lies at an elevation of 7200 feet. Drink water and pace yourself if you are not accustomed to our thin air.

Download a PDF of our 2010 information for visitors here

We're open daily in March from 9:00 AM until 5:00 PM MST, and Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday evenings from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM MST (we may close earlier in poor weather).

Separate fees for day and evening programs. Buy a combined day and evening ticket and save money.

Members: Free

Adults: $8.00 (combined day/evening ticket $14)

Sr/AAA/College: $7.00 (combined day/evening ticket $12)

Youth 5-17: $4.00 (combined day/evening ticket $7)

Under 5: Free

January 1, April 4, November 25, December 24, December 25, December 31 evening