Celestron Travel Scope 50 – Portable 50mm Refractor Telescope with Tripod, Backpack & Starry Night Software

Go-anywhere observing with a compact refractor

The Celestron Travel Scope 50 blends portable design with capable optics, delivering bright, crisp views through a 50mm aperture and fully coated glass lenses. Its lightweight frame and included backpack make it easy to take from the backyard to a campsite, so you can enjoy day landscapes and night skies with minimal setup.

Beginner-friendly by design

Perfect for adults and kids to explore together, this telescope sets up in minutes and requires no prior experience. With no tools needed, you’re ready to observe in seconds, whether you’re in a park, at a cabin, or a travel-friendly living space.

• Two eyepieces (20mm and 8mm) provide both wide views and close-up detail for celestial and terrestrial targets.
• A star diagonal offers a more comfortable viewing angle during nighttime sessions.
• A 3x Barlow lens triples magnification options for exploring craters or distant landscapes.
• The full-height tripod and a padded backpack provide stable observing and convenient transport.

On-the-go versatility for every outing

Beyond the telescope, you’ll find a finder scope, star diagonal, and a padded backpack that keeps accessories organized for travel or backyard sessions. A complimentary Starry Night software download helps you identify celestial objects and plan your next observing session.

• Backpack storage supports easy packing for trips, picnics, or camping.
• Starry Night software assists with object identification and session planning.

Reliability and support you can count on

As a longtime brand in astronomy, Celestron backs the Travel Scope 50 with a 2-year US warranty and unlimited support from an experienced team. The optics are fully coated for brighter, sharper views, suitable for light-polluted skies and clear nights alike.

Whether you’re observing wildlife in daylight, exploring a campsite after dark, or learning the basics of astronomy in your yard, the Travel Scope 50 is ready to accompany you. It offers a practical balance of performance, portability, and value without promising outcomes, leaving room for your discoveries to unfold.