The best telescopes allow astronomers to access exceptional views of the night sky, from stars and planets to galaxies and nebulas. They come in a range of configurations; our guide breaks down ...

Over the quarter century I’ve been writing this column, I’ve been flabbergasted by the advances in telescopes for backyard ...

Here are the best telescopes for deep space — gaze far into the night sky and observe rare objects like the elusive 'blaze star.' And with Black Friday underway, expect some serious stargazing ...

Learn more › Viewing the night sky up close and personal with the help of a travel telescope is a magical experience. After all, many of us live in locations with far too much light pollution to ...