The 19 Best Places to Go Stargazing in Atlanta
For some cities, it's really obvious that it's hard to go stargazing there. Towering skyscrapers, loads of light pollution, and notoriously cloudy or rainy weather will affect your chances of stargazing in cities like New York City, Los Angeles, and Seattle, for example. Other cities, like Atlanta, are surprisingly good stargazing destinations. While you can't look straight up from downtown Atlanta to see a sky full of stars, it is possible to go stargazing in Atlanta and the surrounding area...
The 11 Best Places to Go Stargazing in Flagstaff
Flagstaff is known as one of the best stargazing destinations in the world and has the accolades to prove it. This town was named the first Dark Sky City in the United States and has been a pioneer in limiting light pollution. Flagstaff enacted the first city ordinance to protect the dark skies in 1958. Its continued effort to protect the night sky was rewarded again when Flagstaff became the first International Dark Sky City in 2001...
The 11 Best Places to Go Stargazing in Chicago
Chicago is called America's "Second City," in part because it is often eclipsed by the bright lights and pizzazz of New York City further east. But don't let that fool you: Chicago is still a very bright city – speaking from the perspective of light pollution and its impact on stargazing in Chicago (and the surrounding area)...
The 16 Best Places to Go Stargazing in Phoenix
When it comes to stargazing destinations, Arizona is one of the best. With cities and communities committed to preserving the night sky and excellent weather for seeing the stars, it's no surprise that the capital city, Phoenix, is one of the best cities you can live in or visit if you love stargazing...
The 16 Best Places to Go Stargazing in Austin
Among Texas cities, Austin is one of the most popular for travelers. With Texas charm but a distinctly modern vibe, Austin draws foodies, fashion fiends, and... space enthusiasts? Yes, it's possible to be a space fan and find things to do – like stargazing – around Austin...
The 10 Best Places to Go Stargazing in Orlando
For most people, a trip to Orlando means one thing: amusement parks! Whether you love the Disney characters or want to live on the silver screen at Universal – or you're just one of the 70 million visitors for any other reason, Orlando is one of the most popular destinations in the U.S...
The 15 Best Places for Stargazing in Vancouver
Located in the wild western part of Canada's British Columbia territory, Vancouver is a great city for culture, food, and outdoor adventure within arm's reach. Being so close to nature, it's also a great destination for stargazing – if you know where to go...
The 10 Best Places to Go Stargazing in New Orleans
New Orleans is known for many things — from jazz to delicious food to a raucous party held every year in February (hint: you’ve probably heard of it: Mardi Gras!) — but stargazing is generally not high on the list. While there are some spots to go stargazing in New Orleans, you won’t find as many options as other cities we’ve provided stargazing guides for. This is due to geography, climate, and unsurprisingly, light pollution. New Orleans is home to almost 400,000 people and it’s an inescapable fact that within popular tourist destinations like the French Quarter, the stars are basically impossible to see. If you’re looking to explore further…
The 14 Best Places to Go Stargazing in Miami
Sandwiched between the alligator-infested swamplands of the Everglades and the Atlantic Ocean, Miami is a slice of culture and vibrant nightlife on Florida's Atlantic coast. With such a narrow geography, the city has become highly developed and stargazing activities are pretty unheard of – even by locals who've called Miami home for years. While it is not easy to see the stars in Miami, it is possible...
The 17 Best Places to Go Stargazing in Denver
At 5,280ft above sea level, Denver has an obvious advantage when it comes to stargazing: extra elevation means clearer night skies! The capital of Colorado has other advantages that make it a stellar stargazing destination: wild mountains to the west; sweeping plains to the east; and passionate locals who protect and love the outdoors...
