New Online

Everything’s Bookable Online — Meet TourBook

We’ve launched a single new system for booking tours, sponsoring history, scheduling school programs, and reserving the Observatory for your next event — all in one place.

Whatever brings you to Blue Hill Observatory, there’s now one place to plan it: TourBook, our new online booking system. Check real-time availability, reserve your spot, and pay securely, all in just a few clicks. This system is currently in beta as we roll it out — thank you for your patience as we fine-tune the experience.

Visit

Book a Tour

Whether you’re planning a self-guided Discovery visit, joining our guided Observatory Insider tour, or booking a special sunset summit experience, you can now check availability and reserve your spot online. Members receive discounted pricing automatically at checkout.

Give

Adopt a Week of Observatory History

Blue Hill Observatory holds the longest continuous weather record in the Western Hemisphere — 141 years and counting. Sponsor a specific week from our historic record — perhaps the week you were born, married, or another date meaningful to you — and help sustain the daily observations that have made BHO a cornerstone of American meteorology. Sponsors receive a personalized certificate and recognition on our donor wall.

Educators

School Program Booking

Teachers and school administrators can now check real-time availability and book field trips and classroom programs directly through TourBook — no more back-and-forth over email to find a date that works. Browse open dates, see program details, and reserve your visit in just a few clicks.

Coming Soon

Conference & Event Booking

Looking to host a meeting, gathering, or private event with a view unlike anywhere else in Greater Boston? Space booking through TourBook is on its way — soon you’ll be able to check availability and reserve Observatory space directly online.

In the meantime, reach out to us directly to discuss hosting your event at Blue Hill.