McDonald Observatory is accessible to the public Tuesday – Saturday 12-5 pm, and is closed on Sunday and Monday. All visitors must check in at the Frank N Bash Visitor Center.

Calendar of Events Programs and events take place at the Frank N. Bash Visitors Center in Fort Davis, Texas. Reservations are required for all programs and access to the McDonald …

Experience an up-close look at large research telescopes at McDonald Observatory. The program includes general admission to the Visitors Center and a guided tour of two of our research …

Important: McDonald Observatory, part of the University of Texas at Austin, is located 450 miles west of Austin and is on Central Time. Use the tools below to buy passes.

Important: McDonald Observatory, part of the University of Texas at Austin, is located 450 miles west of Austin and is on Central Time. The reservation system defaults to one adult pass; …

McDonald Observatory is a research unit of The University of Texas at Austin and one of the world's leading centers for astronomical research, teaching, and public education and outreach.

Join the McDonald Observatory on January 14th as we explore the constellation Orion! We will learn about Orion's cultural significance in early astronomy and explore some targets located …

The Observatory is a University of Texas research facility and is not associated with the State/National Park systems. Overnight camping/RVing on Observatory grounds is NOT …

Located high in the Davis Mountains of West Texas, just northwest of the charming town of Fort Davis, McDonald Observatory offers a unique setting for teacher workshops, classroom field …

To speak with a representative at the McDonald Observatory Frank N. Bash Visitors Center, please call 432-426-3640 or email [email protected]. To book programs and …