Hidden gems - Observatories in Lexington, United States not to miss (Updated March, 2024)

Hidden gems: Observatories in Lexington

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Lexington. This list contains 14 places from Observatory category.

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Custer Institute and Observatory

Observatory

Established observatory offers Saturday tours with telescope views, astronomy exhibits & education.

4.80 (149 reviews) (~184.8 km from centre)

Haystack Observatory

Research institute

👍👍 I love walking in the woods there plus my husband is brilliant and explains all the telescopes to me. Bonus!

4.80 (38 reviews) (~29.15 km from centre)

Whitin Observatory

Observatory

👍👍 A historic, astronomical Observatory with beautiful new meeting rooms and research facilities I attended a meeting there and had a brief tour of the historic telescopes which include a 6 inch and 12 inch refractor from the 19th century. The Observatory is in a part of the Wellesley College campus th...

4.80 (23 reviews) (~18.1 km from centre)

UNH Observatory

Observatory

4.80 (19 reviews) (~81.09 km from centre)

Westport Astronomical Society

Non-profit organization

👍👍 Great place, great people and where you'll find all the stars of Westport. I've been a supporting member for years and it's money and time well spent.

4.80 (13 reviews) (~224.77 km from centre)

Northern Skies Observatory

Observatory

👍👍 The staff was soo helpful. The location was gorgeous. If they are having an event and you are in the area GO, you will learn so much. They have so many telescopes available to use, plus the big boy in the observatory. 12/10 would go again!

4.80 (13 reviews) (~222.22 km from centre)

Van Vleck Observatory

Observatory

👍👍 Two bathrooms, one shower and a hammock. I never leave!

4.70 (22 reviews) (~154.57 km from centre)

Smolen Observatory

Observatory

4.70 (7 reviews) (~249.28 km from centre)

Frosty Drew Observatory and Science Center

Observatory

👍👍 This review is for the Frosty Drew Observatory - Brought the kids for a night that was "out of this world"! The observatory itself is smaller than I expected, but it's amazing. The smaller space is actually a benefit because it's more personal, and everyone can get a turn. Walk in and within a...

4.60 (40 reviews) (~125.44 km from centre)

Westport Observatory

Observatory

👍👍 My girlfriend and I visited on the 10th of June, which is their weekly free and open-to-the-public night. It is a little tricky to find the observatory, especially at night, but if you just continue all the way down the road you will find the observatory just fine. We were initially a little intimi...

4.60 (36 reviews) (~224.78 km from centre)

Loines Observatory

Observatory

4.60 (28 reviews) (~159.42 km from centre)

Blueberry Pond Observatory

Observatory

4.60 (17 reviews) (~183.97 km from centre)

Ladd Observatory

Observatory

👍 They have weekly (Tuesday evenings) free space viewings, with telescopes set up to show various interesting things and staff to explain what you're seeing and answer questions. If you like space stuff, it's a kick. Be sure to check their site before you go, as their hours are weather-dependent.

4.50 (26 reviews) (~69.15 km from centre)

John J. McCarthy Observatory

Observatory

👍 Small observatory with dedicated and knowledgeable volunteers. Interesting research is conducted here, yet the observatory’s placement directly next to a loud football stadium with flood lighting ruins the contemplative effect. Nice exhibits on site such as a helioglobe and an advanced sun dial.

4.50 (22 reviews) (~208.83 km from centre)

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Hidden gems: Observatories in Lexington, United States