Astronomy Discovery Center

About Astronomy Discovery Center

Astronomy Discovery Center is a children's museum in Flagstaff, AZ. Features the historic Clark Telescope, a significant astronomical instrument available for public viewing at the Giovale Open Deck Observatory. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 18 visitors.

💬 What Visitors Say

• 💬Plan your visit before 9pm as ticket sales stop at this time daily. For evening telescope viewing at Giovale Open Deck Observatory, arrive well before closing to maximize your stargazing time.
• 🕐Check weather conditions before visiting for night sky viewing, as telescope observations at the observatory and dark sky planetarium shows are weather dependent. Clear nights in Flagstaff's high elevation location offer optimal viewing conditions.
• 🕐Avoid Tuesdays when the center is closed. Weekdays outside of school holidays likely offer shorter wait times for the popular Orbits Curiosity Zone children's exhibit and telescope access at Giovale Open Deck Observatory.
• 💡Take advantage of nightly Dark Sky Planetarium Shows offered at the center. These specialized astronomy shows complement the daytime exhibits and are reasonably priced at $5 per person, making multiple show experiences accessible.
• 💡Start with the hands-on Orbits Curiosity Zone exhibit to engage younger visitors, then progress to more advanced galleries like Stardust Lab and Origins Gallery. Plan 2-3 hours minimum to experience telescopes, planetarium shows, and exhibits without rushing.