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Unlock, Reset Camera or click another. Visualize orbits, relative positions and movements of the Solar System objects in an interactive 3D Solar System viewer and simulator.
Explore the cosmos with Solar System Scope, a realistic and interactive online simulation of the Sun, planets, stars and constellations. Learn about astronomy, download the app, or get your own solar gear from the space shop.
NASA’s Solar System Interactive (also known as the Orrery) is a live look at the solar system, its planets, moons, comets, and asteroids, as well as the real-time locations of dozens of NASA missions.
Explore the 3D world of the Solar System. Learn about past and future missions.
- The Exciting Experience of A Solar System Tour
- Traveling Through The Solar System: What to Expect
- Conclusion: Reflecting on Our Intergalactic Journey
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Imagine the prospect of a real-life solar system tour. It’s akin to a child’s joy on their first trip to a theme park. A hands-on space exploration that goes beyond the textbooks, casting a mesmerizing spell on minds open to the wonders of the universe. Propelling past Earth’s atmosphere, you’d first mark a date with our closest celestial neighbor—...
Imagine blasting off into the cosmos on a spaceship designed for a thrilling expedition! As we set off on our solar system tour, the things we’ll perceive are extraordinarily vast and stunningly diverse. This voyage will give us a newfound respect for the majesty of the cosmic neighborhood we inhabit. Our first stop will be Mercury, the closest pla...
Wraping up, we’ve journeyed past planets and stars, across cosmic fields, and brushed alongside cosmic neighbors throughout our solar system tour.Isn’t it just incredible that we live in such an expansive universe that holds so many unseen wonders? Throughout our intergalactic expedition, we’ll forever remember the unique characteristics of each ce...
Explore the solar system in real-time with Solar System Scope, a 3D model that shows the accurate positions and features of planets, moons, asteroids and more. Learn interesting facts and information about each celestial body as you travel through space on this interactive tour.
Explore the Solar System in 3D. Planets and constellations will come to life before you. With an astronomical compass, navigate the stars and planets in real time.
As you zoom out, the solar system's outer planets – Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune – come into view. The date slider allows you to move forwards or backwards by a few months to see the motion of the planets along their orbits. The top panel shows where the planets appear in the night sky from the Earth.