Out of concern for the health, safety and well-being of our community and staff, SLAC is cancelling all public tours until further notice effective immediately in response to the rapidly evolving events surrounding COVID-19. 

Please check this website for the latest updates on the tour program.

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory offers free public tours. Tours last approximately 90 minutes and usually include a visit to the lab’s 2-mile-long linear accelerator, now driving the world’s brightest X-ray source.

Tours are offered twice a month, by registration only.

All public tours meet in the SLAC Orientation Theater (Room 1010), Building 53, 15 minutes prior to tour time. Closed-toed shoes are required.

Tours are open to all visitors 12 years of age and above. Children 12-17 years of age must be accompanied by an adult; tickets are required for both the minor and the escorting adult.

Tour Guidelines

Before you sign up for the tour, please read the general guidelines, safety-related information and directions for SLAC visitors. 

View Tour Guidelines »

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.

Register for a Public Tour of SLAC »

Tour FAQs

What will I see on the tour? Who are the guides? What should I bring with me?

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Educational Tours

SLAC offers free educational tours (transportation not included) to groups of 10-25 visitors affiliated with schools or other educational institutes. Tours last approximately 90 minutes, and tour locations may vary according to site availability and group interests.

Request an Educational Tour »