Comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas (C/2023 A3) should be bright enough to see with the naked eye very soon! The comet will be closest to Earth this Saturday but should be visible through the end of October given that there are clear skies. It will get dimmer as it climbs higher in the western sky so if you want to see it without optical aid early in the month would be preferable. It will still be low in the sky so seek out a good location that won't have trees or buildings in the way.
To get the best view of the comet, go outside about an hour after sunset and look west. While you should be able to see the comet with the naked eye given clear skies, binoculars and telescopes will give you a better view of it.
Here is a chart showing the location of the comet through October.
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