Attractions
Discover Los Alamos
Set high on the Pajarito Plateau, Los Alamos is where history, science, and natural beauty meet. Known worldwide as the home of the Manhattan Project, this mesa-top community invites you to explore the landmarks, landscapes, and stories that shaped it—from groundbreaking laboratories and historic Bathtub Row to volcanic valleys and ancient cliff dwellings.
Whether you’re visiting during the award-winning Oppenheimer Festival or exploring year-round, you’ll find a rich mix of attractions:
Museums that bring atomic history and local science to life
Historic sites where world-changing decisions were made
National parks and preserves with stunning trails and wildlife
Immersive experiences like VR escape rooms and self-guided tours
Walkable downtown spaces with parks, galleries, dining, and shops
Use this guide to plan your Los Alamos adventure—see the Bradbury Science Museum, stroll Ashley Pond, tour the Oppenheimer House exterior, hike at Bandelier National Monument or Valles Caldera, or follow our Legacy Walk and Road to The Hill audio tours. Every stop is a story worth discovering.
Top Attractions
1. Bradbury Science Museum
Interactive exhibits on the Manhattan Project, national security, and modern science.
📍 1450 Central Avenue, Los Alamos
🕒 Tue–Sat: 10 AM–5 PM | Sun: 1–5 PM
🔗 Website | Google Maps
📞 (505) 667-4444
2. Fuller Lodge Art Center
Historic 1928 lodge turned cultural hub, with galleries, events, and artisan shops.
📍 2132 Central Avenue, Los Alamos, NM 87544
🔗 Website | Google Maps
📞 (505) 662-1635
3. Bandelier National Monument
33,000+ acres of ancestral Pueblo ruins, cliff dwellings, and scenic trails.
📍 15 Entrance Road, Los Alamos, NM 87544
🕒 Mon–Sun
🔗 Website | Google Maps
📞 (505) 672-3861 x0
4. Los Alamos Nature Center
Interactive nature exhibits with stunning views of the Jemez Mountains.
📍 2600 Canyon Road, Los Alamos, NM 87544
🕒 Mon, Wed–Sat: 10 AM–4 PM | Closed Tue & Sun
🔗 Website | Google Maps
📞 (505) 662-0460
5. SALA Event Center & VR Escape Rooms
Movies, cultural events, and immersive VR escape room experiences.
📍 2551 Central Avenue, Los Alamos, NM 87544
🕒 Mon–Sun: 7 AM–11 PM
🔗 Website | Google Maps
📞 (505) 412-6030
6. Oppenheimer House
(Exterior View)
Former home of J. Robert Oppenheimer, leader of the Manhattan Project. Currently under restoration, viewable from Bathtub Row.
📍 Bathtub Row, Los Alamos, NM
7. Ashley Pond Park
Scenic downtown park with walking paths, art installations, and historic significance.
📍 Central Avenue, Los Alamos, NM
8. Valles Caldera National Preserve
13-mile-wide volcanic caldera with wildlife viewing, hiking, and photography spots.
📍 39201 NM-4, Jemez Springs, NM
9. Manhattan Project National Historical Park
Guided tours of historic wartime buildings and lab facilities.
📍 Los Alamos Visitor Center, 475 20th St, Los Alamos, NM
10. Spy Tour – Secrets of the Hill
Self-guided audio and AR tour revealing espionage stories from WWII Los Alamos.
🎧 Available via the Oppenheimer Festival Tour App
11. Road to The Hill
45-minute narrated drive from Santa Fe to Los Alamos with GPS-triggered stories.
🎧 Available via the Oppenheimer Festival Tour App
12. Legacy Walk – The Oppenheimer Historic Audio Tour
Self-guided audio + AR walking tour of 10 historic downtown Los Alamos sites.
🎧 Available via the Oppenheimer Festival Tour App