Stargazing Basics
Some free resources for finding your way in the Night Sky.
What’s up in the sky this month? |
Have a look at our own section "Sky this Month" in the RIGHT NOW menu to find Solar system objects, |
Basic stargazing |
It isn’t that hard. If you can follow a map to find your way around a new city, you can find your way around the night sky. Here you find a collection of links to learn the layout of the night sky, as well as how the sky appears to move during the year. |
Crash Course in Basic Night Sky Observing |
If you’re new to astronomy, start out the right way with this free 5-day “crash course” in basic stargazing. |
Stargazing 101 |
The free guide “A Whirlwind Tour of the Night Sky” on how to find stars and major constellations in four seasons. Download your pdf for the Northern or Southern hemisphere. |
Observing Basics Video Series |
Astronomy Magazine's editor Michael Bakich has recorded this video series with lots of practical tips for beginners and more experienced stargazers alike. |
Extraordinary Sights in the Night Sky |
In this free guide, you will discover a little about the astonishing range of beautiful objects you can see with binoculars, a small telescope, or in some cases, simply with your unaided eye. |
And a lot more |
The start page of the One-Minute Astronomer site is loaded with resources to get you started with stargazing. |