New: Starting in March, we will be offering free virtual public tours! Join us on Zoom for a hour-long virtual tour hosted by SLAC tour guides to explore some of our facilities and learn about our exciting research.

Upcoming Virtual Public Tour Schedule:

May 21, 12-1 pm PT  Registration Now Open  

May 21, 3-4 pm PT  Registration Now Open  

May 28, 12-1 pm PT  Registration Now Open  

Registration is required.

To preview the SLAC virtual tour, click here.

To go on a self-paced SLAC virtual tour, click here.

The tour is designed for those 12 years of age and above. Individuals 17 years old and younger are welcome but a parent or a legal guardian must register for them and join the minor for the entire duration of the tour. 

All in-person public tours are cancelled until further notice due to COVID-19 site restrictions. Please check this website for the latest updates on the tour program.

Tour Guidelines

Before you sign up for the tour, please read the general guidelines. 

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Registration

Registration opens on the last Friday of every month at 9 a.m. Tours are popular and spaces fill up quickly; we recommend registering as early as possible.

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Tour FAQs

What will I see on the tour? Who are the guides? 

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Educational Tours

SLAC offers free educational tours to groups of 10-25 visitors affiliated with schools or other educational institutes. 

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