55 Stellar Astronomy Gifts That Space Nerds Will Absolutely Be Obsessed WIth

Updated: Sep 24 2022

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T-Minus 10 seconds until your space shuttle blasts off into the best list of astronomy gifts in the whole universe. Your favorite space enthusiast will be so hyped about these space gift ideas that they might just supernova. Let's be real, space and astronomy are really cool, even astrology nuts that can't get enough of constellations and professors who nerd out over physics will agree. It's time to treat astronomy lovers to the deep space-themed gifts they crave, like solar system models (to scale!), wall art inspired by space exploration, and board games they can play with their space lover friends. If you really want to blow their minds, there are a few ideas that'll help your outer space-obsessed friend experience space travel in ways they never expected, like a Zero-G plane flight. Adventure awaits, hop in your rocket and explore these gifts at warp speed!

Stellarscope Stars & Constellations Finder

Whether you're in the Northern hemisphere or the Southern hemisphere, the Stellarscope makes it easy to find the constellations you've read about in books. Turn the dials on the side to find your time and place and point it to the sky. It projects a star chart to help you locate the celestial bodies you want to see.

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Star Night Lights Projector

Fall asleep under the stars even if the weather outside is crappy with a projector that turns your room into the galaxy. This tiny piece of tech operates via remote control and has six different lighting options for you to enjoy as well as six promoted film effects.

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Celestron Astronomer's Binoculars

There's not room in your suitcase for a whole telescope when you travel so bring the next best thing, a pair of astronomer's binoculars. With a a linear field of view up to 1000 yards, diopter adjustment for fine focusing, and 70mm objective lens, this pair is ideal for astronomers and birdwatchers alike.

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Moon Bowl

Houston, you no longer have a problem, you can find your keys anytime you're looking for them when you put them in this moon bowl. Every mission in or out of your house will it be safe and secure thanks to the 14-inch dish. The hyper-realistic image of the moon makes anything in its basin pop.

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Galaxy In A Crystal Ball

Gaze into time in space by taking a peek into this stunning 2-inch solar system crystal ball. It can't tell you the future, but it will make you dream about what could be out there. The inner carving will never fade and for a stargazer, it makes an enchanting piece of desk decoration.

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Celestron High-Tech Telescope

The Celestron travel telescope is one of the best on the market with a 70 mm objective lens, two high-quality 20mm and 10mm eyepieces, and a lightweight tripod. You can carry it to almost any location or use it indoors with ease thanks to the backpack case it arrives in.

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Mars Dust Globe

Dream about life on Mars every time you gaze into the crystal ball that is this Mars dust globe. Are there aliens, will we ever live there, what's it like floating around where there's basically no gravity? Hopefully, one day we will know.

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The Night Sky: NASA Space Archival Image Postcards

Immerse yourself in decades of fascinating archival images taken by NASA or treat your friends to the stunning images with this 50 postcard set. On every card you'll find something special for a stargazer including sketches from Galileo's notebooks, Chinese star maps, and rarely seen archival images from NASA.

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Smartphone Telescope Attachment

Impress your friends with pictures you took of the moon and other celestial bodies by using a smartphone adapter to align your phone's camera to the eyepiece of your telescope. The adapter is compatible with binoculars, binoculars, telescopes, and more and fits almost all smartphones available for purchase.

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#10

Settlers of Catan Starfarers Board Game

Put a spin on tabletop game night with your buddies by breaking out this twist on Settlers of Catan. The adventure board game challenges you and your fellow players to travel in spaceships to distant systems to acquire resources while befriending aliens and establishing trading posts.

$189 .99

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#11

Galaxy Sludgy Slime

Hold the whole universe in your hands with a can of galaxy-colored sludgy slime that both kids and adults can enjoy. Great for sensory relief and tactile stimulation, the unscented rainbow slime feels magical in your hands and won't leave your fingers stained.

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#12

Carl Sagan's Cosmos

Carl Sagan's Cosmos is one of the most influential books on space and astrophysics ever written. The book is his story of the 15 billion years it took the universe to get to where is now. Its aim is to make science accessible and exciting to all readers and has made an impression on astronomers old and young.

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#13

Rheoscopic Fluid Planets

Make your own planets and occupy your brain with mesmerizing colors with a stress ball that puts the cosmos in your hands. Give this rheoscopic ball a shake and watch as the multicolored fluid inside makes a dazzling pattern beneath the planet's surface.

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#14

Astronaut Cell Phone Mount

When the aliens write you a message you'll be able to read it immediately with your phone propped up in this astronaut cell phone mount. The sturdy piece sits easily on a desk or table top and has a hole at the bottom for you to pass your charger through.

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#15

Astronaut's Space Pen

Need to do some journaling in deep space? No problem. This pen works in zero gravity and under the most extreme temperatures known to man. It can be as cold as -30F or as hot as 250F and the pen will still write smoothly.

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#16

The Space Candle

Have you ever wondered what space would smell like? You can find out by lighting this unique candle. The aroma of the soy wax piece has been infused with aromas inspired by the one that hits astronauts when they return from a spacewalk and take off their helmet.

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#17

LEGO Saturn V Rocket

With a fitting 1969 pieces to play with, this Apollo Saturn V rocket by Lego is a must-have for any astronomy fan's decor. The rocket is a 1 to 110 scale model of the original and includes two mini-figures, a lunar lander, a Splashtown rocket, and tiny buildable stands to hold it horizontally.

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#18

The Crew: Quest for Planet 9 Cooperative Board Game

Gather your friends for a cooperative card game that requires you to work together to make your way through 50 missions across the solar system. Each mission takes 5 to 10 minutes, so this game can be played over the course of the weekend. It's great for players of all skill levels and is easy to learn how to play.

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#19

Heat Reactive Coffee Mug

Outer space contains a lot of things that look like magic, and this heat-reactive mug will reveal all of them (with magic!). Watch as the solar system is revealed as you pour hot liquid into the vessel. It holds 10 ounces of your favorite beverage and its thermochromatic design will never fade.

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#20

Planetary Visions Celestial Puzzle

Explore new worlds and enjoy a colorful adventure with a 1000-piece puzzle depicting an array of planets, galaxies, nebulae, and more. The stunning puzzle measures 27"x20" and due to its complex design, guarantees almost a full day of fun.

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#21

Glowing Astronaut Planter

Remember that movie the Martian with Matt Damon? Doesn't this glowing astronaut planter kind of make you think of him growing things on Mars? Enjoy the soothing glow and whimsical look of the hydroponic lamp/planter, which is ideal for plants of all kinds.

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#22

Extraterrestrial: The First Sign of Intelligent Life Beyond Earth

For as long as humans have been able to see stars in the sky we've wondered if there's someone out there. In Extraterrestrial, enjoy a thrilling story laid out by one of Harvard's top astronomers about an interstellar visitor spotted in our solar system. It's a controversial theory, which makes the book all the more fascinating.

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#23

Freeze-Dried Astronaut Ice Cream

Enjoy your dessert the astronaut way with a package full of freeze-dried ice cream. There are all kinds of flavors available, from cookies and cream to Neapolitan, chocolate to basic vanilla. Your taste buds will be tantalized and confused by the ice cream taste without the ice cream cold.

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#24

What's It Like in Space Book

Everyone wonders what it's like up in space, but few have been there. Learn about cosmic quirks and awe-inspiring sensations from people who have actually been there. Inside this book, stunning artwork is accompanied by fascinating tidbits like how to aim your sneeze in space and white hot sauce is so important there

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#25

DIY Solar System Planetarium Kit

Kids fascinated with all things astronomy-related will be over the moon for this DIY solar system planetarium kit. The model contains planets for them to paint and a multi-armed toy to assemble them. In addition to creating the solar system, they'll learn about it from a wall chart included covered in space facts.

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#26

Galaxy Bath Bomb

Fully immerse yourself in the beauty the galaxy has to offer by dropping this bath bomb into your tub water. It will transform the water into a stunning black amber universe filled with tiny pieces of glitter to make things sparkle. It smells amazing and at the end of your soak, you'll discover a tiny toy packed inside the fizzie.

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