10 Best Stars Websites

The Top Stars Sites on the Web

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Stellarium

Shows a realistic sky in 3D, as with the naked eye, binoculars or a telescope, including fisheye projection for domes. [Free open…

stellarium.org

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Heavens Above

Real-time satellite, ISS, and Space Shuttle orbital pass information, maps, and star charts.

heavens-above.com

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WikiSky

Provides an online interactive system. Includes articles, gallery, forum, and FAQ.

wikisky.org

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SkyandTelescope.com

Sky & Telescope, the Essential Magazine of Astronomy. News, observing tips, how-to advice, and more!

skyandtelescope.com

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SkyMaps

Maps of the night sky for northern and southern hemispheres, designed to be printed and used, and updated each month.

skymaps.com

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StarDate

The public education and outreach arm of the University of Texas McDonald Observatory. English and Spanish radio programs air daily.

stardate.org

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The Night Sky This Week

Provides updated weekly information about the night sky, including specific planetary locations and details on the most important…

nightskyinfo.com

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