Group Reservations


We welcome your visit to the Green Bank Observatory!

Motor Coach Tours and other adult groups of 20 or more are eligible for group rates! Advance reservation required.

  • Our guided site tour is $8/person
  • we recommend a 2hr visit to allow time for the exhibit hall and gift shop

Tours and education programs are free for Student and Youth Groups with advance reservation. Please see our Education page for more information about available options.

For Field Trip Requests, Tour Group Visits and Science Center event reservations, please contact the Green Bank Science Center at 304-456-2150 or gro.y1710839227rotav1710839227resbo1710839227bg@ti1710839227siv1710839227. You can also make your reservation directly through our reservation system, but it never hurts to call to check in.

For Workshops, Scientific Meetings, Facility Use, Lodging or Meal Planning, please contact our main offices at 304-456-2011 or gro.y1710839227rotav1710839227resbo1710839227bg@ti1710839227siv1710839227.

Stay for lunch!

Public tour groups and school groups of 10 or more who are just visiting for the day are eligible to order from our group rate menu. Options include a pizza party, boxed lunches, or a soup and/or sandwich buffet. If you are interested in this option, please ask for pricing and ordering details when you make your reservation. 2 week notice required.

If your group is visiting for an overnight program, a meal plan will be included in your itinerary. Please be sure to request meal services when you make your reservation.

Science Center Hours

Group tours and field trips can be requested for any day of the week, even if the Science Center is not open to the public, but all requests are subject to availability and require 2 weeks advance notice.

Science Center Hours

Monday9:30 AM — 5:30 PM
Tuesday – WednesdayClosed
Thursday – Sunday9:30 AM — 5:30 PM

Starlight Café Hours

Monday10:30 AM — 5:30 PM
Tuesday – WednesdayClosed
Thursday – Sunday10:30 AM — 5:30 PM