Discover the Stars at Lowell Observatory

Getting There

• Public Bus

  From downtown Flagstaff, head to the nearest bus stop on Route 10 (the bus stop is located at the corner of San Francisco Street and Aspen Avenue). Take the bus heading towards the North. Stay on until you reach the stop at the intersection of W Forest Ave and W Mars Hill Rd, which is close to Lowell Observatory. Once you get off, walk west on W Mars Hill Rd for about 0.5 miles until you reach 1400 W Mars Hill Rd, where the observatory is located.

• Bicycle

  If you prefer biking, rent a bicycle from one of the local rental shops in downtown Flagstaff. From there, bike north on San Francisco Street until it turns into N Beaver Street. Continue on Beaver Street until you reach the intersection with W Forest Ave. Turn left onto W Forest Ave and then right onto W Mars Hill Rd. Continue biking for about 0.5 miles until you reach 1400 W Mars Hill Rd, Lowell Observatory.

• Walking

  If you're up for a walk, start from downtown Flagstaff at the intersection of San Francisco Street and Aspen Avenue. Walk north on San Francisco Street, which will become N Beaver Street. As you continue, turn left onto W Forest Ave, then right onto W Mars Hill Rd. Walk straight for about 0.5 miles, and you will arrive at 1400 W Mars Hill Rd, Lowell Observatory.

• Rideshare (Uber/Lyft)

  Use a rideshare app like Uber or Lyft. Simply input 'Lowell Observatory' or the address '1400 W Mars Hill Rd, Flagstaff, AZ 86001' as your destination. The drivers are familiar with the area and can take you directly to the observatory. It's a convenient option if you're traveling with a group or have limited time.