Buy Tickets for Programs

Join our Guided Tour for an up-close look at large research telescopes at McDonald Observatory. The 90-minute tours are led by knowledgeable guides who will give you insight into the workings of a professional scientific research facility. A portion of the Tour takes place outside, so please dress appropriately. Even during summer, wind at the summit can make a warm day seem unpleasantly cool.

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Programs and Prices

Volume Discounts for Solar Viewings and Tours

• Buy 5-9 passes — 50 cents off every pass
• Buy 10-19 passes — 75 cents off every pass
• Buy 20 or more passes —$1 off every pass

Twilight Program passes are NOT discounted no matter how many passes you're buying. Please include all members of your party in your tour reservation so we can get an accurate head count.

Please bring a copy of your online receipt to pick up your passes when checking in at the Visitors Center.