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Los Alamos: All Day Museum Tour

Multiple Parks

Duration Full Day
Topic(s) Science, Technology and Innovation, Animals, Birds, Cats (wild), Elk, Fish, Tortoises and Turtles, Archeology, Canyons and Canyonlands, Climate Change, Fire, Forests and Woodlands, Geology, Grasslands, Mountains, Natural Sounds, Night Sky, River and Riparian, Rock Landscapes and Features, Scenic Views, Schools and Education, Trails, Unique Species, Volcanoes, World War II, Native American Heritage more »
Activities Museum Exhibits, Theater
Type Indoors
Parks Manhattan Project National Historical Park
Take advantage of the many museums found in Los Alamos. Enjoy the day inside while learning about stories of the land, the history of the Cold War, or discovering the scientific achievements for which the Manhattan Project was well known. With many museums all in one place, there is a something for families of all ages to learn, discover, and explore.
All Day Museum Tour in Los Alamos
  • Manhattan Project National Historical Park

    Los Alamos: Learn about Nature on the Pajarito Plateau

    • Activity Fee: No (Entrance fees may apply)
    • Reservations: No
    • Activity: Museum Exhibits
    • Pets: No
    • Location: Los Alamos Nature Center
    • Duration: 30–60 Minutes
    • Season: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
    • Time of Day: Day
    People mill around a modern building with wood beams radiating out from the roof.

    A visit to the Los Alamos Nature Center gives you the chance to learn more about the incredible wildlife and natural history in this area.

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  • Manhattan Project National Historical Park

    Los Alamos: Explore the Bradbury Science Museum
    • Activity Fee: No (Entrance fees may apply)
    • Reservations: No
    • Activity: Museum Exhibits
    • Pets: Yes with Restrictions
    • Location: Bradbury Science Museum
    • Duration: 1–4 Hours
    • Season: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
    • Time of Day: Day
    Atop four columns, a red lintel reads

    Learn about the scientific history of Los Alamos and explore interactive exhibits at the Bradbury Science Museum.

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  • Manhattan Project National Historical Park

    Los Alamos: Visit the Los Alamos History Museum Campus
    • Activity Fee: Yes
    • Reservations: No
    • Activity: Museum Exhibits
    • Pets: No
    • Location: Los Alamos History Museum
    • Duration: 1–2 Hours
    • Season: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
    • Time of Day: Day
    A small log and stone building sits set back from the sidewalk.

    Nestled in downtown Los Alamos, the Los Alamos History Museum presents the stories of this secret city from multiple perspectives via indoor and outdoor venues, historic buildings, artifacts, documents, photographs, audio and video recordings of personal stories, and interactive visitor experiences.

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  • Manhattan Project National Historical Park

    Los Alamos: See a Play at the Los Alamos Little Theater
    • Activity Fee: Yes
    • Reservations: No
    • Activity: Theater
    • Pets: No
    • Location: Los Alamos Little Theater
    • Duration: 1–3 Hours
    • Season: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
    • Time of Day: Day, Night
    A wooden, white building with a blue and orange sign with white text.

    What started as a wartime cafeteria, today is a pillar in the community Los Alamos. Performers are still bringing magic to the stage at the Los Alamos Little Theater. Visit the Los Alamos Little Theatre website for more information about their schedule and catch a play.

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Last updated: March 31, 2022