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.
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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? 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.
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