Jupiter Station
Jupiter Station is the largest starbase in the Sol System beyond the Mars Defense Perimeter, and the second largest in the system after Spacedock One. The station performs a variety of functions: a center of advanced scientific and technological research; a port of call for starships entering and leaving the Sol system; a tourist destination, particularly for Starfleet personnel assigned to duties beyond Jupiter's orbit; and a depot for shipments of refined deuterium from the Jovian Mining Facility. Jupiter Station is a busy place, with ships coming and going on a regular basis.
Jupiter Station's design is typical of Starfleet orbital starbases, with a long, cylindrical core and a flattened docking area, containing the operations center at the top. Access to the operations center is restricted to Starfleet personnel only and is closed to tourists. Below the operations level is the station's broad docking hangar, capable of accommodating even Galaxy class and Sovereign class vessels. The two Intrepid class starships assigned to the station dock here when not on patrol. Jupiter Station is the prime maintenance and refueling station for starships operating outside the Mars Perimeter, for both Starfleet and civilian vessels. The docking level contains facilities for up to fifteen medium-sized starships, including repair and maintenance facilities, and is an impressive sight. Visitors to the station can enjoy watching the yard's operations from one of the numerous cafes ringing the hangar.
Below the docking level is that station's central core, where visitors can find tasteful shops, replimats, restaurants, and commercial holosuites. Living quarters for the station's almost 55,000 personnel and civilians, as well as accommodations for tourists, are located in the core. Room reservations should be made through the station's housing department.
The Starfleet Marine Corps also has a command and control element embarked and a full barracks.
Construction on Jupiter Station was began in the mid-22nd Century, and it was originally the main training center for Earth's Military Assault Command Operations. It has undergone numerous upgrades and restructurings over the years. This included the addition of a civilian habitat/business level in the early 2300s.
One of Jupiter Station's primary functions is as a research and development center for Starfleet and the United Federation of Planets. Numerous laboratories occupy the lower quarter of the central core. The station's laboratories are equipped for advanced research in antimatter systems, astrophysics, computer systems design, fusion, graviton technology, holography, phaser technology, and transporter technology. The Jupiter Station Holoprogramming Center is one of the leading facilities in it's field. This is where Starfleet's new Emergency Medical Hologram was developed. Unfortunately, due to the sensitive nature of the work being down, these decks are off limits to tourism.
Locations
Delta-10
Located in the station's delta section, deck ten, this large bar has a festive atmosphere and serves an assortment of delicacies from various Earth cultures. A popular hangout with Starfleet personnel, there is live jazz on Friday nights.
STEL'S
Named for its chef, famous for his aesthetic presentation and subtle seasonings, this restaurant serves Vulcan cuisine in a subdued and mathematically precise atmosphere. Call ahead for reservations.
Nalth 'uQ'a'
This is a popular Klingon restaurant for those who prefer a more boisterous atmosphere and more exotic cuisine. Go on Sunday nights for the all-you-can-eat buffet of challenging delicacies such as gagh, rokeg blood pie, and skull stew.
Red Spot Cafe
One of the most popular eating and entertainment establishments on Jupiter Station. Located on the station's outer edge, the cafe affords patrons a spectacular view of Jupiter's most famous feature below.
Tillingham's
This antique store specializes in merchandise from the days of Earth's early space programs. Among the vast collection of early Earth space travel devices is a working gyroscope from the ancient Apollo missions, a matter flow regulator from a Daedalus-class starship, and a circa 1990 ground crew headset.
Cyrano's House of Wonders
Operated by Cyrano Jones IV, this "house of wonders" boasts an eclectic collection of bric-a-brac, like Spican flame gems, Rigelian jewel eggs, Klingon candles, holographic postcards, and Andorian wind chimes. Though this shop has acquired a reputation as a tourist trap, for some it holds treasures of delight and wonder.