Beginner Telescopes

Discover the perfect first telescope with Explore Scientific’s selection of beginner-friendly models. These telescopes are designed to make astronomy accessible, offering intuitive controls, quality optics, and hassle-free setup for a rewarding stargazing experience right out of the box. Whether you're shopping for a child, student, or first-time enthusiast, our beginner telescopes provide the ideal balance of performance and simplicity to spark a lifelong passion for the night sky.

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Explore One 50mm Refractor STEM Telescope KitExplore One 50mm Refractor STEM Telescope Kit
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50mm Refractor STEM Telescope Kit Sale price$ 69.99
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Explore One 50mm Aries Refractor TelescopeExplore One 50mm Aries Refractor Telescope
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50mm Aries Refractor Telescope Sale price$ 69.99
Explore One 50mm Juno Telescope - 88-10051Explore One 50mm Juno Telescope - 88-10051
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50mm Juno Telescope Sale price$ 39.99
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Explore One 60mm Refractor Telescope - 88-06000Explore One 60mm Refractor Telescope - 88-06000
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60mm Refractor Telescope Sale price$ 79.99
Explore One Gemini II Flat Black 70mm AZ Mount TelescopeExplore One Gemini II Flat Black 70mm AZ Mount Telescope
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Gemini II Flat Black 70mm AZ Mount Telescope Sale price$ 134.99
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Explore One Titan 70mm Telescope with Panhandle MountExplore One Titan 70mm Telescope with Panhandle Mount
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Titan 70mm Telescope with Panhandle Mount Sale price$ 79.99
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STAR70APP 70mm Refractor Telescope w/ Panhandle Mount and Astronomy APPSTAR70APP 70mm Refractor Telescope w/ Panhandle Mount and Astronomy APP
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STAR70APP 70mm Refractor Telescope w/ Panhandle Mount and Astronomy APP Sale price$ 139.99
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Explore One Starlight 350 telescope mounted on the tripodExplore One Starlight 350 telescope mounted on the tripod's lowest setting
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Starlight 350 Compact Telescope with Pan Handle Full Length Tripod Sale price$ 29.99
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