If you're looking for a Moon gift to buy for a lunar lover in your life, you've come to the right place. We've rounded up our favorite Moon-themed items, all of which make perfect gifts — either for a loved one or for yourself. Who says you can't treat yourself now and then?
The Moon is without a doubt the most recognizable celestial body in our night sky, and it's typically the first point of fascination for kids when their interest in space begins to develop. It's no wonder, then, that there are so many great Moon gifts out there.
The Moon gifts on this list are suitable for all ages. We've included a book suitable for young children, a Lego set for bigger kids and a lamp that makes a great accessory for all ages. We've also included a telescope, great for lunar viewing and a great telescope for beginners, and a set of the best binoculars for viewing the Moon with. We've also had our hands on most of the items on this list, so our recommendations come directly from our in-house experts.
The quick list
This telescope is the perfect gift for youngsters and new astronomers wanting to get a good look at the Moon's craters. This limited edition comes with a gorgeous Moon wrap, too.
The Pococo Galaxy Star Projector is capable of much more than displaying images of the moon. It's pricey, but well worth the cost.
Challenging and fun to build and a fantastic STEM resource when complete, this Lego set is surprisingly accurate when it comes to showing the Earth and Moon's orbit around the Sun.
Inexpensive but seriously neat-looking, we think this lamp is the perfect gift for any fan of the Moon. It can change colors, too, making it ideal to set the mood of the room.
This gorgeous illustrated book might not be realistic, but it's a great story to get tots interested in the Moon — and it provides some great educational insight for older kids.
These binoculars come highly rated for viewing the stars and other celestial objects, but their views of the moon are show-stopping.
The best moon gifts we recommend in 2025
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Best telescope for Moon viewing
✅ You're looking for an educational gift: Although a starter telescope, this is the real thing, allowing users to get as close to the Moon as possible.
❌ The recipient is already a keen astronomer: This is strictly a beginner scope, suitable for kids and first-time users.
🔎 Celestron FirstScope Signature Edition: Perfect for gazing at the Moon, this beginner telescope even comes with a body wrap that features an image of the moon. It's not the most powerful scope, but for new astronomers wanting to get closer to our Moon, it's a fantastic gift. ★★★★
Can you think of a better Moon gift than a telescope that lets the user get closer to the Moon than ever? The Celestron FirstScope is so-named because this is very much a beginner telescope — i.e., your first scope. And so while it isn't the most powerful telescope on the market, it is easy to use and more than capable of getting a good look at the Moon's craters.
We think this is perfect for kids who are just starting to show an interest in the night sky. It's intuitive to use, and with two included eyepieces — 15x and 75x — it allows for different views of the Moon (or the night sky in general) to be enjoyed. It's very sturdy and easy to set up thanks to its tabletop stand, and it's rather lightweight too: At just 3.6lbs it's fairly easy to move from room to room.
In our review of the Celestron FirstScope 76, we praised this telescope for being 'fuss free', and a great choice for anyone wanting to introduce their children to a telescope without breaking the bank. It's not suitable for anyone already well-versed in skywatching, but for newcomers wanting to observe the moon, we can't think of a better telescope.
Best star projector
✅ You want something versatile: The Pococo Galaxy Star Projector is one of our favorite star projectors, and it can display much more than the moon.
❌ You're on a budget: The Pococo Galaxy Star Projector isn't the cheapest on the market, and you'll need to buy separate discs to see images of the moon.
🔎 Pococo Galaxy Star Projector: One of our favorite star projectors on the market, this is easy to use thanks to having a rechargeable battery via USB-C. Its wealth of views of the night sky are wonderful, although you'll have to pay extra for the specialized Moon views. ★★★★
We think one of the best Moon gifts you can buy is this Pococo Galaxy Star Projector. Granted, it's not the cheapest gift on this list, but it is one of the best star projectors currently available — and it's capable of displaying way more than just the moon.
Charge up the projector and point it at a wall or the ceiling in any room in your home and you'll be treated to a gorgeous view of the night sky. The Pococo Galaxy Star Projector isn't fixed to displaying one image: it has interchangeable discs, allowing you to get a closer look at the part of the night sky that interests you most. The downside is that it costs extra to buy the specific Moon and Stars discs, with a pack of discs costing around $50.
If you have the budget for it, though, it's a worthwhile investment. In our Pococo Galaxy Star Projector review, we praised the build quality of the device, comparing it to star projectors in a much higher price bracket. We found it to be discrete, easy to use, and the images it projects are of very high quality. It's a great tool to relax with, but it's also a useful educational tool thanks to the realistic images available across its series of discs.
Best moon-themed Lego set
✅ You want something fun yet educational: The joy of this Lego set is that it's fun to put together — but once it's built, it's a realistic model of the Earth, Moon and Sun.
❌ You want an already complete model: Believe it or not, not everyone enjoys putting Lego together. This set doesn't come assembled, so if that's you, look for something else.
🔎 Lego Technic Planet Earth and Moon in Orbit: A joy to build and a joy to look at, this is a great gift for kids with an interest in space — the Moon's orbit in particular. Although it's rated 10+, kids might need a hand building it, as Technic models can be rather complex. ★★★★★
We've rated the Lego Technic Planet Earth and Moon in Orbit as one of the best space-themed Lego sets, and so if you're looking for a Moon gift to buy for a friend or family member, it's an excellent choice. The joy of Lego is that it's something that any age can enjoy — although thanks to the STEM angle of this set, it's a particularly great choice for kids.
In our Planet Earth and Moon in Orbit review, we praised the accuracy of the set: We were surprised to find a Lego set able to recreate such accuracy. By turning a handle on the base of the completed set, the Earth and the Moon will rotate around the Sun, mimicking their real-world orbit.
Since this is a Technic set, there are quite a lot of mechanisms involved in the building process in order to get the rotation function to work, so younger kids may need a helping hand when putting it together. There's a learning curve to Technic — it's much more involved than building standard 'system' Lego bricks — but when everything works right, it's a great feeling.
Our only complaint about Lego Technic Planet Earth and Moon in Orbit is that it's not the most pretty set to put on display. But in terms of being a useful, educational tool, you simply cannot beat it.
Best lamp
✅ You're on a budget: Costing around $15, this makes for a great value Moon-themed gift.
❌ You want something to play with: While it's great to look at, if you want something more interactive, you're best off looking elsewhere.
🔎 Logrotate Moon Lamp: An ideal inexpensive gift, this moon lamp looks incredible, and its 16 changing colors means you can set any ambience in the room it's in. ★★★★½
This lamp isn't the biggest in the world: measuring 4.8 inches, it's not huge, but it's big enough to create a beautiful ambience in whatever room you place it in. The Logrotate Moon Lamp can cycle between 16 different colors: You can opt for a realistic white moon, or go for something a little more fantastical. Either way, it looks absolutely stunning.
Made out of 3D printed plastic, it isn't the most hard-wearing lamp ever, so we wouldn't recommend leaving it somewhere where it's going to get knocked or messed with by toddler hands on a regular basis. But considering its budget price — it's available for around $15 — it's to be expected, and it's plenty sturdy enough to do its job. It comes with a solid wooden base, so once it's in place, it isn't going anywhere.
The Logrotate Moon Lamp comes with a rechargeable battery, so you don't need to keep it plugged into the mains — ideal for moving it between rooms without any fuss. It lasts a good while too: you'll get several hours on a single charge, and the timer makes it a perfect choice for a night light while you drift to sleep.
It also comes bundled with a remote control, making it easy to change between the available colors and also adjust its brightness. Color gradients and cycling colors are also available at the touch of a button.
Best Moon-themed book
✅ You're shopping for a young child: This is perfect for kids aged 4 and over.
❌ You want something for adults: As gorgeous as this book is, the information in it is geared towards younger children.
🔎 Max Goes to the Moon: This is a beautiful story book with gorgeous illustrations. Its boxouts provide great insight into the Moon for older kids, but younger kids might be left confused by the fictional story of Max — who did not, in fact, actually go to the moon. ★★★★
The actual story of Max Goes to the Moon is aimed at young children and is, therefore, very basic. It's a fictional account of Max the dog, a Rottweiler who not only goes to the Moon but also encourages children and their families to colonize the Moon. It's a bit far-fetched, but it's good fun — although young children may mistake this far-flung fiction for fact.
For older kids, we love that every page includes a number of box-outs providing interesting and educational information about the Moon. You'll learn about lunar cycles, the atmosphere on the Moon, space suits, the Apollo Moon landings, and a whole lot more.
What really makes Max Goes to the Moon stand out, though, are its gorgeous hand-drawn illustrations, provided by Alan Okamoto. They really bring the story to life, and they're packed with wonderful, rich detail. Because of the fantastic images, it's the sort of book we can imagine young children wanting to read (or at least look at) time and time again.
Best binoculars for moon viewing
✅ You want fantastic views of the Moon: We think these are some of the best binoculars for lunar views.
❌ You're on a budget: These aren't the most expensive binoculars on the market, but they are pricier than our other Moon gift suggestions.
🔎 Celestron SkyMaster Pro 15x70: These binoculars are some of the best for enjoying views of the Moon. They offer fantastic views, although they're tricky to hold steady, so you might benefit from a tripod. ★★★★½
If you want a Moon gift to allow the recipient to get closer than ever to the Moon, we think the Celestron SkyMaster Pro 15x70 binoculars are an excellent choice. These are some of the best binoculars you can buy for lunar viewing, and in our Skymaster Pro 15x70 review, we said the sight of the full moon through these binoculars was a 'show-stopper'.
A telescope may allow you to get closer to the Moon, but there's something to said for viewing celestial objects with both eyes: It gives a much better sense of depth, and for newcomers to sky watching, it can be incredibly powerful.
It's worth noting that there is a non-Pro version of these binoculars, available at a lower price. But we think it's worth paying the extra: The construction is much better in the Pro model, you get fully multi-coated glass which give better light transmission, and it's also waterproof and nitrogen-filled, which will prevent internal misting.
The biggest drawback of these binoculars is their size: they're fairly big, which makes holding them steady rather difficult. To get the sharpest views you'll benefit from using a tripod or monopod, so that's something to keep in mind before you pick these up.
How we test
Most of the items on our list of the best moon gifts have been reviewed and assessed by their relevant section expert: A stargazing expert has reviewed the optics in this guide while a Lego expert has reviewed the Lego set. We're confident in each of the gifts we've selected: They're items we'd love to receive as a gift ourselves!
We've selected a range of items that are suitable for all ages, that cover a range of categories and that come in a variety of price points. Although we haven't reviewed everything in this guide, we have had expert staff who write about online products on a daily basis select the gifts you see above. So, we wouldn't include anything we wouldn't want or have ourselves.
May 11: We've replaced the 'Mysteries of the Universe' book with Max Goes to the Moon, a more Moon-focused picture book, and we've added original imagery. We've also added additional information and original imagery for the Moon Lamp, and updated the introduction and strapline.
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