Top stargazing destinations for 2025

It comes as Sunsail has named stargazing holidays one of the top travel trends of 2025, in light of recent astronomical events, such as the aurora borealis which was visible once again from the UK last weekend, leading to more people searching for ‘astronomical holidays’ (up by 50% in the last three months) and ‘best places to go stargazing’ (up by 150% over the last three months).

Katrina Lawson, Head of Brand and Acquisitions at Sunsail, said: “We have noticed a shift with people looking for more worldly experiences than ever before, particularly astronomical and nature-related holidays.

“These breathtaking locations offer low light pollution, unobstructed views and tranquil settings which are perfect for admiring the skies. Whether you want to feel closer to the universe, are practising your photography skills or want to watch the stars together on a romantic getaway, these destinations will connect you with the skies like never before.”

British Virgin Islands

Exceptional Visibility: The BVI is known for its low light pollution, making it an ideal location for observing stars, planets, and even the Milky Way.

Full Moon Parties: Each month, parties are held in line with the lunar cycle. A celebration of the moon, there’s music, dancing, BBQs and more! If you want to fully immerse yourself in an astronomical holiday, watch the sunset before heading to a Full Moon Party.

Stunning Landscapes: The islands offer unspoiled natural beauty with white sandy beaches where you can watch the sunset over the Caribbean Sea and admire the beautiful constellations in the sky.

The Seychelles

Uninhabited Islands: The Seychelles' many uninhabited islands, like Curieuse or Cousin, provide tranquil settings with minimal light pollution for unobstructed views of the night sky.

Tropical Weather: The Seychelles has a tropical climate with relatively consistent weather, and its location near the equator means the dry season (May-October) experiences mostly clear skies. This creates the perfect conditions for stargazing and taking in the beautiful views of the night sky.

Private Resorts: The Seychelles boasts numerous luxurious private resorts, many of which offer unique activities and packages. Some in particular offer the opportunity to watch a film under the stars (e.g. Six Senses Zil Pasyon), and others even offer private stargazing experiences (Four Seasons Resort Seychelles).

Greece

​Rural Islands: With over 6,000 islands, there are countless opportunities to watch the sunset, enjoy a romantic moonlit dinner or admire the stars.Many of the quieter beaches and rural areas on Greek islands have minimal artificial light, enhancing stargazing and sunset experiences.

Weather Conditions: During the summer months, The Mediterranean climate is warm, dry and has clear skies which is ideal for stargazing. If you want to stargaze without the summer crowds, book your holiday during the shoulder season (April-May or September-October) where you’ll enjoy similar weather conditions but more privacy.

Stunning Landscapes: Like many of the other destinations on this list, what makes Greece so brilliant for stargazing is its breathtaking surroundings. There’s no feeling like watching the sunset against the backdrop of rugged cliffs, turquoise waters and gorgeous beaches.

Antigua

Unobstructed Views: Antigua is in the perfect location for stargazing! As you look out from the shoreline, all you’ll see is the vast Caribbean Sea which means you don’t need to worry about having your view blocked. This provides you with a panoramic, uninterrupted viewing experience like no other.

Low Light Pollution: Many areas of Antigua, particularly on the less developed beaches and coastal areas, provide excellent conditions for stargazing. They aren’t built up which means there are very low levels of artificial light, making it ideal for watching the skies.

Celestial Events: On clear nights, the Milky Way is easily visible from Antigua. Also, there are celestial events throughout the year that can be seen from Antigua due to the clear skies and dark surroundings. Often, you’ll be able to watch annual meteor showers, such as Peseids in August or Geminids in December.