NGC 5003 is a spiral galaxy located approximately 50 million light-years away in the constellation Canes Venatici. It was discovered by the astronomer William Herschel in 1788 and is classified as a type SA spiral galaxy, characterized by its well-defined spiral arms and a bright central bulge. The galaxy has an apparent magnitude of about 11.5, making it faintly visible through small telescopes. NGC 5003 is part of the Virgo Supercluster and is often studied for its star formation activity and the presence of various stellar populations within its structure.