Roque de Los Muchachos Visitor Center

At 2,426 metres above sea level, surrounded by pristine skies and endless stars, the Roque de los Muchachos Visitor Centre rises as a gateway to the universe. Opened in December 2021, it’s a space designed for everyone, where astronomy becomes a local, cultural and scientific experience.

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Useful Information for Your Visit

DetailInformation
AddressLP‑4 Road, Roque de los Muchachos
Getting thereBy car from Santa Cruz or Garafía, km 37 on a scenic mountain road (approx. 1h 30min)
Summer hoursEvery day: 10:00 – 17:30
Winter hoursEvery day: 10:00 – 16:00
Entry fee€15 (card payment only)
Ideal forAstronomy lovers, families, curious travellers, and visitors with reduced mobility
FacilitiesAuditorium, shop, interactive table, thematic rooms, space science panels and info about Garafía

The centre is built to make astronomy accessible and exciting for visitors of all ages. Through interactive touchscreens, a multimedia room, and visual exhibitions, you’ll discover why La Palma is a world-renowned spot for stargazing. It’s an immersive and educational journey through the cosmos.

Welcome Room: Reception area, auditorium, shop and interactive tables explaining the telescopes

  • Room 2: Learn why the Canary Islands are one of the best places on Earth to observe the universe
  • Room 3: Discover Garafía, the hosting municipality: its culture, nature and way of life
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The visitor centre is located right next to one of the most important astrophysical observatories on the planet. It’s a joint project of the IAC (Canary Islands Institute of Astrophysics), the Cabildo of La Palma, and the municipality of Garafía.

A visit here is more than educational: it’s a breathtaking encounter with the stars, right in the heart of La Palma’s highest peak.

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