On Sunday (Jan. 12), the Red Planet will make its close approach of Earth at 8:32 a.m. EST (13:32 GMT). This event, known as perigee, causes Mars to appear bigger and brighter in the sky than usual, ...

However, this event will be best viewed through a pair of high-powered binoculars or a good backyard telescope so you can get a close-up as Mars appears to graze the edge of the moon. Viewing the ...

Although Mars will appear bigger and brighter during its close approach, it will still only appear as a star-like point of light with the naked eye. A pair of binoculars or a telescope will be ...

Get closer to our solar companions with the best telescopes for seeing planets, just in time for February's fantastic planetary parade. Want to focus your stargazing on our cosmic neighbors, from ...

While you can see Mars as a tiny disk through binoculars, a telescope is necessary for garnering any detail. When it comes to planets, long-focal-length instruments are your friend — my favorite ...

They state that Mars can be enjoyed through almost any telescope; even a short, small-aperture refractor reveals details on the red disc. The science magazine advise "Adding a Barlow lens will ...

In the early hours of Thursday morning, Mars will be “in opposition” to Earth, which means that the planet will be lit up by the Sun’s rays and appear large and bright - meaning star-gazers can get ...