Explore Astronomy
Explore a carefully selected collection of astronomy videos, websites, books and podcasts — from accessible introductions to the Universe through to more advanced material in astrophysics and cosmology.
YouTube Videos
Websites
SPACE AGENCIES & RESEARCH
NASA Astronomy
Official NASA astronomy news, images, and research updates.
ESA – European Space Agency
Space exploration and astronomy research from the European Space Agency.
ASTRONOMY & OBSERVING
Practical guides for amateur astronomers and night sky observing tips.
British monthly astronomy magazine and a guide to the night sky observing.
Astronomy news, observing guides, and deep-space photography features.
Comprehensive coverage of space exploration, celestial events, and astronomy tech.
Space and astronomy news from around the universe, reported as it happens.
IMAGES & ASTRONOMY RESOURCES
Features a new astronomy image and explanation each day by professional astronomers.
A centralized astronomical image archive featuring the world's best cosmic photography.
The Planetary Society
Advancing space science and exploration through education and public policy advocacy.
Reading Material
Recommended Astronomy & Science Books
Explore our recommended reading list, from accessible introductions to astronomy and cosmology through to advanced university and academic texts.
Beginner
Intermediate
- The First Three Minutes — Steven Weinberg
- The End of Everything (Astrophysically Speaking) — Katie Mack
- The Hidden Reality — Brian Greene
- The Big Bang — Simon Singh
- The Road to Reality — Roger Penrose
- Introduction to Cosmology — Barbara Ryden
- Astronomy: A Self-Teaching Guide — Dinah L. Moche
Advanced / Academic
Seestar S30 Pro Review: The Best Smart Telescope Ever?
A detailed look at the latest smart telescope technology for deep-sky observation.
Best Smart Telescopes 2026 - No Astronomy Knowledge Required!
The top picks for beginners looking to enter the world of astrophotography and stargazing.
PBS Space Time Introduction To Relativity 12 Part Course on YouTube
Master the fundamentals of relativity with this comprehensive educational series.
The Most Accurate Map of the Galaxy Ever Created | The Universe | BBC Earth Science
Discover the incredible precision behind modern mapping of the Milky Way galaxy.
PNAS Edwin Hubble Documentary
The life and legacy of the man who revolutionized our understanding of the cosmos.
Inside The New Generation of Space Telescopes
Exploring the engineering marvels that will peer back to the dawn of time.
Podcasts
Recommended astronomy and science podcasts specifically curated for learners using smart telescopes to deepen their cosmic understanding.
Scientific American Podcasts
A podcast exploring science, discovery, and the ideas shaping our understanding of the universe, from the latest research to the big questions that still remain unanswered.
NewScientist Podcasts
Podcasts from New Scientist exploring the latest breakthroughs in science and technology, and what they reveal about the world around us.
Planetary Radio
Deep dives into planetary science and exploration that provide essential context for your deep-space telescope observations.