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By Iain Todd\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Thursday, 06 January 2022 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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Are you interested in buying a telescope but have no idea where to start?\u00a0If your first telescope is too large and unwieldy or requires a lot of tinkering, you\u2019ll be put off, you\u2019ll find it difficult to transport and your scope maybe consigned to the garden shed or garage, never to be used again.<\/p>\n

But how can you know where to start? Good advice is to join your local astronomy society<\/a>, attend a star party<\/a> or find your nearest astronomy kit stockist. Speak to people who know best, and you may even get the chance to try before you buy.<\/p>\n

Have a look at our pick of some of the best telescopes suitable for astronomy beginners<\/a>. For more detailed help you can also read our guides to choosing your first telescope<\/a> and how to spend your first night with a telescope<\/a>.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re on the lookout for a mount to go with your new telescope, read our guide to the best telescope mounts<\/a> available.<\/p>\n

13 telescopes for astronomy beginners<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Skymax-127 Virtuoso GTi tabletop telescope<\/h3>\n<\/div>

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Tabletop telescopes are a great option for beginners because of their light weight and easy set-up. Simply put them on a table or sturdy surface and they\u2019re ready to go.<\/p>\n

The Sky-Watcher Skymax-127 Virtuoso GTi is a compact telescope with a Wi-Fi-controllable Go-To mount, meaning you can observe chosen targets at the touch of a button.<\/p>\n

Its long focal length makes it ideal for observing the Moon, planets and double stars, as well as some brighter deep-sky objects.<\/p>\n

Read our full Skymax-127 Virtuoso GTi tabletop telescope review<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n