Check out the largest single-dish radar-radio telescope in the world and see if you can use this government tool to detect life in outer space. The visitor center's hands-on exhibits explain aspects of atmospheric science and discuss why the radio telescope, large enough to fit more than 12 football fields, is located in an enormous sinkhole in Puerto Rico. If the site looks familiar, that's because it starred in the climactic scenes of the James Bond movie Goldeneye.

 
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Family Review of Arecibo Observatory

Away Travel Expert: Candyce H. Stapen
FamilyExpert Rating 3.0 out of 5 Recommended for:
Children aged 13 - 17
FamilyExpert Tips & Helpful Hints
  • Some operators combine an observatory tour with a journey to the Rio Camuy Caves.

Address:
Rte. 625
Arecibo, Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico
Parking: Monday to Sunday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Price: Adults USD6, children and seniors USD4

Visitor Information


Telephone Number: 787-878-2612
Fax: 787-878-1861
Website: http://www.naic.edu
Price Information: Adults USD6, children and seniors USD4
The details, dates, and prices mentioned here were accurate at the time of publication.

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