ASTRONOMICAL OBSERVATORY IN GRANADA
Sky Andaluz is situated in a piviliged geographic location to promote astronomical observation in Andalusie.
The complex has two powerful Dobson-based reflecting telescopes with which to observe planets, nebulae, galaxies
The observation center has a reception, including a toilet, a pergola for picnic and rest, and a disinfection area.
Live a unique experience
Choose the type of ticket you want to buy:
Individual
Sky Andaluz launches its club for astronomy enthusiasts. We will have a lot to talk about and enjoy sharing our passion.
Families
Watch your kids fall in love with astronomy as they travel on an adventure through space in our planetarium.
Education
Sky Andaluz welcomes schools, children and youth groups organized by other entities. Write to us to arrange it.
Groups
Save money by booking group tours for 15 people. You can also reserve it for you and your partner and have a unique experience.
Who is behind Sky Andaluz?
My passion for astronomy started when I was around 7 years old and I received my first book on the subject, and I was hooked. Now I have set up a planetarium in the Sierra de Granada to teach and share my passion for astronomy.
Andalusia being a reference in astronomical tourism for Europe because of its weather conditions, it is still not exploited as it deserves. With this astronomical observation center we want to reverse this situation and position Andalusia as it deserves by offering first-rate facilities.
What catches my attention in the sky are not so much the objects as the galaxies, nebulae and clusters. What attracts me are the clusters: the constellations, the history behind them and how they served mankind since the beginning of time for location and the notion of time.
When Stéphane proposed Sky Andaluz to me, I didn't think twice. It was time to look through the telescope and not through the microscope as I did for so many years!
GETTING HERE
FAMILIAR
A couple and their children-
Up to 4 children
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Presentation of the Universe
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Observations
EXCLUSIVE
Limit 15 people-
A personal or group visit
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Presentation of the Universe
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Observations
WHAT DO THEY SAY ABOUT US?
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Jose Carlos Gil21/10/2024Impresionante. Súper recomendado y además, vimos el cometa!! :DCristian Soria20/10/2024beatifullmnts09/10/2024Fue una experiencia increíble! Me encantó, grandes profesionales explicando y compartiendo conocimientos con mucha paciencia, además de una gran calidad humana me hicieron sentir super cómoda, graciasJoaquin N08/10/2024Una experiencia inolvidable bajo las estrellas Fue todo una experiencia espectacular. Desde el primer momento, el equipo nos recibió con una gran calidez y profesionalidad, pero lo que realmente destaca es la pasión que transmiten en cada explicación. No solo observamos estrellas y constelaciones, sino que también aprendimos sobre el universo de una forma fascinante y comprensible. El conocimiento del personal, junto con su entusiasmo contagioso, hizo que la experiencia fuera más especial. Cada detalle estuvo perfectamente cuidado, desde los telescopios de última generación hasta la narrativa que nos hizo viajar por el cosmos. Recomiendo Sky Andalus a cualquiera que quiera vivir una experiencia única bajo el cielo estrellado. ¡Una actividad imperdible que sin duda repetiré!Ramon Lopez05/10/2024Un sitio espectacular lo recomiendo , y repetiría sin dudarlo . Los vídeos en el planetario son muy interesantes educativos. El telescopio es increíble , tienen ropa de abrigo para dejar a la gente ya que hace bastante fresco, y después nos ofrecieron a todos una bebida caliente con unas galletas. Muy amables en todo .Marcelina24/09/2024Wonderful experience and great hosts! I recommend it for everybody!All Grey23/09/2024Magnifique expérience avec Stéphane et Flavia. Nous sommes venus en groupe et la communication avec Stéphane pour l'organisation fut facile et flexible. Stéphane parle français, anglais espagnol et portugais. Cela vous assure un échange d'une grande qualité pour tous. Les films projetés dans le planétarium permettent se remémorer les basiques, ce que j'ai bien apprécié personnellement. Pour les plus éclairés des astronomes amateurs, cela n'aura peut être pas beaucoup d'intérêt mais n'hésitez pas à contacter Stéphane en amont pour échanger sur vos envies spécifiques. Au plaisir de revenir pour une soirée encore plus avancée. Votre enthousiasme et votre accessibilité sont un vrai plaisir à partager.Juliette Condon12/09/2024What an amazing experience. My husband and self have visited this observatory quite a few times and have had the pleasure to also bring friends for the 'out of this world' experience. The roads to the location are considerably better than what we thought it might be. A little dirt track at times but the rest, proper tarmac. We followed directions perfectly to the location. The knowledge, kindness and welcome from Stephan and Flavia also made it special. The enthusiasm from them both is a great introduction if you are not acquainted. The little rescue dog Petra is beautiful and friendly. We look forward to returning. Thank you all.Hannah11/09/2024Amazing! It was everything I expected, and so much more. Stéphane and Flavia are lovely people who passionately tell you everything you want to know. We saw the Moon and the Milky Way, among many others. It gets chilly at night, so bring a coat. They provide fleece vests if you do forget to bring one. The road up there is mainly asphalt, just follow the instructions sent to you. It's definitely worth the drive. It was an unforgetable experience!Ian Juvyns11/09/2024A wonderful experience, from start to finish, by two passionate, welcoming, intelligent and warm-hearted people. Stephane and Flavia, and their two adorable little rescue dogs take you away on a journey into the stars. I don't want to give away too much of the schedule, because I believe it's best to go into this with an open mind. A carefully curated program educates you on the creation of the universe, our solar system and how stars are formed. Stephane is very knowledgeable, and is keen to answer your questions. No matter how much or how little you know, Stephane and Flavia will take great care to pry open your minds, so you walk away with a greater sense of wonder of how we all carry stardust as old as the universe itself. While you start off sheltered in modern technology, eventually, you can use your own eyes to cast a gaze deep into space. The location was carefully curated for it's height, although flat terrain, away from all the hustle and bustle of city life. You'll find yourself craning your necks, as if you are standing on a plateau close to the stars. They both do not shy away from a bit of a philosophical discussion on how humanity has been looking up into the sky, with curiosity, drawing up constellations. I was even able to snap a picture of the moon! We are forever grateful of both the experience ánd the great company of Stephane and Flavia. A few practical considerations: the road to Sky Andaluz is perfectly paved, the last few hundred meters is a very accessible and flat grind road. If your navigation tells you to turn off the paved road: DON'T!!! Stick to the paved road, your gps will adjust. Waze tried to send us down some farm roads and they're... well, not great. You will be offered these instructions, take them to heart, please. Bring something to warm you, as you're pretty high up and it cools off quite a bit (and even if you forget, warm fleece jackets are available). The rescue dogs are two tiny, sweet, adorable, well behaved sweeties. Peta will be chilling and asking for belly rubs and the latest rescue dog is still mostly afraid of people and prefers your company at a distance. If you're thinking you'll get a private session to use the equipment as you want, don't book the standard visit. Lastly, both Stephane and Flavia are somewhat of a polyglot couple, with perfect knowledge of Spanish, Portuguese, English, French, Italian... Great for couples and families with kids age 8 and up. This experience is etched into our memory and our hearts. Obrigado, Stéphane & Flavia! Much love from your friends and fans from Belgium (and thank you for holding on to my hat :D) BIG recommendation from us!La evaluación general en Google es 5.0 de 5, en base a 248 reseñas
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DO YOU WANT TO GET STARTED IN ASTROTOURISM?
We put at your disposal a complete experience to get closer to astronomy , with which you can acquire the basic knowledge for observing the night sky, differentiate the different celestial bodies live through our telescopes, and be fascinated by the incredible beauty of the universe, in our planetarium.
Come and discover the Sky Andaluz Astrotourism .
WHAT DO WE OFFER YOU?
INITIATION
Each visit to Sky Andaluz begins with an explanation of the experience to be had.
Stephane has been in love with the universe since he was a child, and since he discovered it, he has not stopped training in this science. That is why he is the perfect person to transmit this passion and how to get started in it, even if we have never stood in front of a telescope before.
The visitor center is the first stop on this visit to heaven, without taking your feet off the ground. In this open-air space, you can enjoy a hot or cold drink while Stephane begins the initiation, visitors watch the sunset and exchange ideas about the stars.
The initiation to astrotourism in Sky Andaluz It is completed with the observation of the night sky. To do this, in our star observatory in Granada we have the largest telescopes in Andalusia dedicated to observation by astronomy lovers.
The complex has two large Dobson-based reflecting telescopes. With them it is perfectly possible to observe planets, moons, stars, galaxies, nebulae, clusters and many other wonders that will leave you fascinated.
In addition, there are additional areas enabled to place other types of telescopes and observe the night or daytime sky.
Inside our planetarium, continues the journey through the stars. We have a space of six meters, with spherical projection and surround sound, where astrotourists will enjoy projections with scientific content, an introduction to the universe and the instruments that allow us to discover it.
Astronomical observations
Stars, Constellations and Planets offer us images of great beauty and the skies of Andalusia have exceptional conditions to observe this whole world, which despite being so far away will seem to be in our hands.
The spectacle that the sun offers when it hides and night falls, giving way to thousands or millions of sparkles that will transport us to another era or rather to another planet.