The Best Places to Stargaze In the World

Celestial events are best viewed from hiking trails, national parks, and ski resorts. Read on for our definitive list.

The Best of Astrotourism This year is all about looking to the skies. From meteor showers to stunning aurora displays, there will be no shortage of reasons to stay up late and stargaze. Our writers scoured the world for the best places to watch these celestial events. Whether you hike into the wilderness for the best views or observe from a ski resort, we have you covered. Read on for all the best spots to see the stars.  Do you want amazing travel content delivered to your inbox each week? Sign up for the Destinations newsletter ⇢ 9 Brilliant Astronomy Events to Be Sure to See This Year   Read More Our Favorite Spots for Stargazing in National Parks   Read More 6 Breathtaking Ski Destinations for Northern Lights Views   Read More Meet the all-new, electric Volkswagen ID. Buzz Once you see life half-full, it'll never look the same     Learn More Stargaze Like Never Before at These Epic Dark Sky Destinations   Read More See the Year's Most Spectacular Meteor Showers and Eclipses from These 5 Trails   Read More More Related Reads These Are the 7 Best National Parks to Visit for Spring Break 2 Days in Great Smoky Mountains National Park The Ultimate Guide to Exploring Haleakala National Park You are receiving this Weekly Top Articles from Outside email because you are subscribed to Outside Online, which is a part of the Outside Network. Outside | 1600 Pearl Street | Boulder | CO | 80302 | USA Unsubscribe | My Preference