If storage is an issue, a SkyWatcher Heritage 150p is a well-priced 6" collapsible Dobsonian. Mirror quality is good. For a bit more you can buy the Virtuoso ve

If storage is an issue, a SkyWatcher Heritage 150p is a well-priced 6" collapsible Dobsonian. Mirror quality is good. For a bit more you can buy the Virtuoso version which has a motorised mount, letting you key in what you want to view, rather than pushing it into place (though some would argue this is part of the fun). It comes with everything you need, but for a better view of the planets you might want to purchase a 2x Barlow lens such as a Celestron Omni. With visual telescopes, bigger aperture is better. Not only do they collect more light but they are able to resolve more detail. 8" or 10" Dobsonians will offer much better viewing, but at the expense of size and cost. Also, a solid-tube 6" Dobsonian may outperform the Heritage 150p in areas with a lot of streetlights, as the collapsible design can let in a lot of stray light. I made a shroud for mine, which helps, but it isn't perfect. You can't store a 6" solid-tube Dobsonian on a shelf though. Finally, don't underestimate a pair of 10x50 binoculars. You won't get a great view of the planets, but the skies are much more impressive through them.