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Teide Observatory Guided Tour
Explore one of the world’s top stargazing destinations at Teide Observatory, the largest solar observatory on Earth. Located in Tenerife, this premier site offers clear skies and optimal altitude. Join us for an engaging tour, featuring an introduction to Canary Islands astronomy, hands-on astrophysics workshops, and exclusive solar observations.
Discover why the Canary Islands are among the world’s top three stargazing destinations, alongside Chile and Hawaii, by visiting the Teide Observatory, the largest solar observatory on Earth. Located at an ideal latitude and altitude, the Canary Islands benefit from clear skies due to trade winds, making this observatory one of the most significant worldwide. Established in 1964, Teide Observatory’s origins trace back to English astronomer Piazzi Smyth, who in 1856 pioneered modern astronomy by conducting high-altitude observations from Tenerife.
Book your Teide Observatory experience today! Explore this scientific marvel, learn about ongoing research, and get an up-close look at the telescopes and projects led by the Canary Islands Institute of Astrophysics.
Your visit includes:
- An introduction to Canary Islands astronomy, the Teide Observatory’s role, and the institute’s key projects.
- A hands-on astrophysics workshop, where guides explain the field and the work of astrophysicists.
- A unique solar observation session with telescopes focused on sunspots and solar flares, offering a direct view of solar activity.
Our expert guides will immerse you in a day of scientific discovery, making you feel like a researcher yourself as you explore the universe from Tenerife.
Experience Includes
- Teide Observatory guided daytime visit
Experience Excludes
- Hotel transfers
- Optional gratuities
- Cable car tickets
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Terms & Conditions
- Please do not forget to bring identification (ID card or passport) and a copy of your reservation to confirm access. The booking confirmation, can either be printed or displayed on a mobile device.
- Remember that you must arrive at the gate to the Observatory at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time of the visit. Upon your arrival, you will be instructed by our personnel where to go.
- Children under 8 are not allowed to participate in the astronomical observation activity. Documentation will be required for proof of age.
- Due to the high altitude (2,400 meters above sea level) the Observatory is not recommended for people with poor general physical health (anaemia, heart disease, respiratory problems, and so on), nor for individuals with reduced mobility as the tour requires the use of paths and stairs.
- The Tenerife Observatory does not have medical assistance within its facilities.
- In order to access the Tenerife Observatory it is necessary to either have your own transport.
- The arranged visits will only be carried out when the weather and the operating status of the telescopes permit. Due to adverse weather conditions, especially during winter, which may affect the safety of the roads leading to the Tenerife Observatory (snow, ice, falling rocks) visits may be unexpectedly cancelled.
- It's recommended that you use hats, sunglasses and sunscreen.
- Bring comfortable clothes and adequate footwear (avoid sandals and heels) and bring some warm clothes in case the weather changes abruptly and to enter the interior of the telescopes.
- Due to the low levels of humidity that are common in the Tenerife Observatory, bring sufficient liquid (water or juices) to prevent dehydration.
- CANCELLATION POLICY: Free cancellations for bookings cancelled with the operator up to 72 hours before your chosen activity date. No refunds are given for cancellations made within 72 hours.
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