Discover Los Alamos: History, Innovation, and Northern New Mexico Beauty
Los Alamos is one of the most unique communities in the United States, where science, history, and natural beauty meet on the Pajarito Plateau. Known worldwide for its role in the Manhattan Project and today’s cutting-edge national laboratory research, Los Alamos also offers visitors rich cultural history, mountain scenery, and outdoor adventure.
Long before modern Los Alamos, this region was home to Indigenous communities whose presence and traditions continue to shape Northern New Mexico today. Nearby ancestral sites, canyons, and mesas reflect thousands of years of history across the landscape.
Whether you are attending the Los Alamos Nuclear Forum or extending your stay, the area offers meaningful places to explore.
Bradbury Science Museum
A must-visit for anyone interested in science, energy, engineering, or national security. The museum shares the story of Los Alamos National Laboratory, the Manhattan Project, and current research in energy, supercomputing, and innovation. Admission is free.
Los Alamos History Museum
Located on historic Bathtub Row, this museum explores the many layers of local history, including homesteading, the Los Alamos Ranch School, wartime transformation, and Cold War life.
Manhattan Project National Historical Park
Learn about one of the most consequential chapters of the 20th century through exhibits, ranger programs, and preserved historic sites connected to Los Alamos.
Bandelier National Monument
Just outside town, Bandelier offers cliff dwellings, petroglyphs, hiking trails, and extraordinary landscapes tied to Ancestral Pueblo history. A powerful place to experience the deeper story of the region.
