Stars
The number of stars in the universe is countless, but only around 2,000 of them can be seen with the naked eye in the dark night. And how many stars can you identify? Don’t worry, here we’ve prepared for you detailed information and colorful pictures on the brightest stars in the sky. You don’t even need to find each star’s location by yourself — our astronomy apps Star Walk 2 and Sky Tonight will guide you through the night sky showing the names, facts, and locations of the stars above you.
Pollux Star Guide: Facts, Location & Observing in 2026
Find Pollux in the night sky: see where Gemini’s brightest star is, when it’s visible, how it compares to Castor, and what makes it special.
Where Are the Pleiades Tonight? Meet the Seven Sisters Star Cluster
Find the Pleiades star cluster tonight: here’s where to look in the sky, when the Seven Sisters are visible, how to spot them from your location, and when the Moon passes nearby.
Red Giant Star Aldebaran: The Follower of the Pleiades in Taurus
Discover Aldebaran, the bright orange star in Taurus – possibly part of a multiple star system and host to exoplanets! Learn how to find this star in the sky above you and why it’s fascinated people throughout history.
Spica (Alpha Virginis): Brightest Star in Virgo
Spica is the brightest star in Virgo. Learn how to see Spica, what type of star it is, how hot it is, and why it shines so bright.
Regulus: The Brightest Star in Leo
Regulus is the brightest star in Leo and one of the easiest stars to spot. Learn its location, type, distance from Earth, and when to see it near the Moon.
Ursa Major Constellation: The Great Bear
Is Ursa Major the Big Dipper? Learn about the Great Bear constellation, its main stars, location, and how to find it in the sky.
Vega Star Facts: Alpha Lyrae, the Brightest Star in Lyra
Vega star guide: Alpha Lyrae is the brightest star in Lyra and part of the Summer Triangle. Learn its color, distance, facts, and how to find it.
Antares: Red Star Next to the Moon
Discover Antares, the red supergiant star in Scorpius. Learn how to find it in the sky and when the star will meet the Moon and planets in 2026.
What Constellations Are Visible in the Northern Hemisphere by Season?
See the best Northern Hemisphere constellations by season: spring, summer, fall, and winter. Learn which constellations are visible tonight and how to find them in the sky.
Aquila Constellation Guide: Meaning, Stars & How to Find It
Meet the constellation Aquila! Find out when and where to spot it in the night sky, which stars form its shape, and what stories the celestial Eagle carries.