# Explore the network
There are several ways to explore and get insights from the Filecoin network.
# Block explorers
| Name | Screenshot |
|---|---|
| Filscan (opens new window) |  |
| Filscout (opens new window) |  |
| Filfox (opens new window) |  |
| Filplorer (opens new window) |  |
| 1475 Explorer (opens new window) |  |
# Lotus
Once you are setup with Lotus you can use the command line to query information about the nework.
Get the head tipset:
lotus chain get-head
Print a block:
lotus chain get-block <block_cid>
Print message information:
lotus chain get-message <message_cid>
For additional chain-related commands check:
lotus chain --help