Check the date and time of the conjunction in your location
Find a dark location with an unobstructed view of the southwestern or western sky
Look shortly after sunset
Use a sky app or star map to locate Jupiter and Saturn
Search for two bright points of light close together
Use binoculars for a clearer view
Use a telescope for a more detailed view
Avoid bright city lights and cloudy weather
Arrive early to let your eyes adjust to the dark
Keep watching over several evenings to see the planets change position