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University of Texas McDonald Observatory

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3640 Dark Sky Dr, Fort Davis, TX, 79734, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
MonClosed
TueClosed
Wed12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thu12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Fri12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sat12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sun12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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TitanPredator Wolf76 
a week ago

I've been wanting to go visit this place since I was a little boy and would pass by on our way to Mexico, now finally at 49 I was able to fulfill that want and needless to say it didn't disappoint! Got to be a part of the star gazing, learned so many cool things like what we thought was the Big Dipper was definitely not it lol. Got to see the Orion nebula through the telescope and what an amazing sight it was!!! Jupiter was absolutely stunning, such clear views and the moon?!? Wow!!! If you are or aren't a big fan of the pla... read more

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Vikash Ravi 
2 weeks ago
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Donna Burns 
2 weeks ago

We finally was able to attend a star party, after 3 failed attempts. We appreciate every presenter. They were friendly, helpful & very knowledgeable on their subject. We especially enjoyed the gentlemen at the Jupiter & High Moon stations. Thank you for this amazing opportunity to see the stars up close! 

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Mari Cammack 
3 weeks ago

Very interesting. Including the drive to the observatory. Over 5,000k ft up the mountains. Pretty cool stuff 

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University of Texas McDonald Observatory has a 4.7 star rating with 1,988 reviews. 

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University of Texas McDonald Observatory is closed now. It will open at 12:00 p.m. 

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