Plan the evening

From sunset to the eyepiece.

Four steps, from the first phone call to the moment the roof opens.

Reserve
Tours are by reservation only. Call (520) 578-6085 or email stay@catmountainoasis.com with the subject "Star Tour Inquiry". Mention how many are coming and which nights suit you.
Drive out
The Oasis at Cat Mountain is at 2727 S. Kinney Rd., about 25 minutes from central Tucson over Gates Pass Road, next to Saguaro National Park West.
Stay, if you like
The observatory sits on the same 13 acres as the Lodge, the Inn and the Casitas. Guests staying the night take $25 off the tour.
Look up
Two hours after dark at the telescopes. Bring a bottle of wine to pass the time.

Observatory’s published rates

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