Terrazza delle Stelle
MUSE astronomical observatory at Viote del Monte Bondone with an 80 cm telescope for observing the sky and the Sun.
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About the museum
La Terrazza delle Stelle is an astronomical observatory open to the public at Viote del Monte Bondone, in the meadows behind the Capanna Viote, not far from the Giardino Botanico Alpino (Alpine Botanical Garden). It is run by MUSE – Museo delle Scienze di Trento. The facility occupies a former concrete military bunker, once used for shooting exercises, and was a peripheral site of the former Museo Tridentino di Scienze Naturali; it took its present form in 2010. MUSE has offered sky-observation experiences every year since 2001.
The main instrument is an 80-centimetre-diameter Newtonian reflector telescope, supported by cameras that show faint objects in high resolution. With special filters the Sun can be observed even during the day. The programme includes night and day observations, shows, excursions and activities for families and children; in summer, concerts, science theatre and readings are added.
Thanks to its sky, which is little affected by light pollution and protected by a regional law, the site has been included in the UNESCO register of sites connected to the sky. The terrace is open only during the activities scheduled on the MUSE website and, by reservation, for groups of at least 20 people.
Highlights
- 80 cm Newtonian reflector telescope
- Night-time sky observation and daytime observation of the Sun
- Former military bunker converted into an observatory
- Site recognised by UNESCO as a place connected to the sky
- Starlit walk from the Giardino Botanico Alpino
- Operated by
- MUSE – Museo delle Scienze
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €3.50 |
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| Reduced | €2.50 |
| Families | €7Two adults with minor children; one adult with minor children €3.50. |
| Astronomers for a night (groups, maximum 25 people) | €140Price per group, activity for children from age 8. |
Access to the terrace is free; activities have their own prices (in summer 2026 from €3.50 standard and €2.50 reduced, with some events free of charge).
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: no information
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The website does not provide detailed information on accessibility.
Kids & families
Great for kids & familiesRecommended for ages 8+
| Family ticket | €7 · Two adults with minor children; one adult with minor children €3.50. |
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- Family tours & workshops
Most activities are recommended from age 8; “Il teatro delle stelle” is designed for children aged 4 to 8.
Getting there & parking
By car
Parking available · 50 m to the entrance
Two car parks about 50 and 200 metres away; free on weekdays, paid at weekends. Motorhomes may park, but there are no equipped areas.
The observatory is in the meadows behind the Capanna Viote, about an hour’s drive from Trento.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Activities are booked through MUSE (phone +39 0461 270311, astronomia@muse.it); groups of at least 20 people can visit by reservation. |
Museums nearby
All 12 museums in Trento All museums in Trentino-South Tyrol
