Teide Observatory

Guided Tour of the Teide Observatory

Our guided tour offers an engaging exploration of the Teide Observatory, showcasing the work of the researchers and the facility itself.

The Canary Islands are among the top three places in the world for stargazing, alongside Chile and Hawaii.

The Teide Observatory is the largest solar observatory globally and hosts a variety of solar and nocturnal telescopes from several European countries.

You can either visit the Teide Observatory directly or book a tour through Teide Tour with Observatory or Astronomic Tour.

If you choose to visit independently, please arrive 15 minutes before the tour starts at the Izaña Observatory.

Tours are available in Spanish, English, German, French, and/or Russian.

The Teide Observatory is located at an altitude of 2,390 meters in Izaña, with its entrance on Km. 37 of the TF-24 road.

Essential Information 

Guided Tour of the Teide Observatory: Important Information

For Independent Visitors:

• Arrival Time: Arrive 15 minutes before the tour starts at the entrance of the Observatory. Late arrivals will not be admitted, and you may reschedule for another day.
• Access: The distance from the barrier to the interior of the Observatory is 2 km. Visitors must have their own vehicle or, if arriving by taxi, the taxi must accompany you inside and wait until the end of the activity. Bicycle access is not permitted.
• Age Limit: Children under 8 years old are not allowed.
• Available Languages: Tours are offered in Spanish, English, and/or German.
• Optional Transportation: Transportation can be arranged by booking Teide Tour with Observatory or Astronomic Tour.

Changes and Cancellations:

• Access Issues: If you are unable to access the Teide Observatory due to technical problems or adverse weather conditions, you will receive a full refund. If there is cloud cover, the tour itinerary may be adjusted.
• Date Changes and Cancellations: You can change the date or cancel free of charge up to 3 PM the day before the activity. Same-day changes or cancellations incur a fee of 6 euros per person.
• Rescheduling: Date changes are valid for 1 year if the reservation has not been redeemed. Changes or cancellations must be made within 30 days of the original reservation date. Up to 3 changes are allowed.

TYPE OF ENTRY & PRICES

• Ticket + Guided Tour 

Adult 21,00 €

Children (8-16) 21,00 €

Admission includes a guided tour of approximately 90 minutes.

• Astronomic Tour From The North 

Adult 103,00 €

Children (8-16) 68,00 €

Includes:

• Transportation
• Starlight Guide in English or Spanish
• Guided tour of the Teide Observatory
• Astronomical observation with a long-range telescope
• Lunch stop (optional, not included in the price)

• Astronomic Tour From The South  

Adult 103,00 €

Children (8-16) 68,00 €

Includes:

• Starlight Guide transportation in English and/or Spanish
• Guided tour of the Teide Observatory
• Astronomical observation with a long-range telescope
• Dinner stop (optional, not included in the price)