Tours

Main Site Tours

Since starting tours at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), we have welcomed hundreds of thousands of people to learn about our recent scientific discoveries, the achievements of our scientists and engineers, and the impact of breakthrough Livermore technologies.

The LLNL Tour Program has been designed with you in mind. Your experience will include a small group of up to 15 people with a Laboratory docent that is knowledgeable about the more than 70-year history of the Lab, bringing our current innovative science and technology to the forefront of your visit. In addition, at each tour stop, a program tour guide will give you a glimpse behind-the-scenes of their state-of-the-art work.

The Discovery Center

The Discovery Center provides in-person and virtual visitors with a window into our science and technology. Our exhibits are designed to excite the next generation of researchers about new innovations and the work that we do at the Lab.

The Discovery Center is open noon to 4 p.m. on weekdays (closed on major holidays), and also offers free "Fun with Science" field trips to 5th grade students from local elementary schools.

Explore the Discovery Center

Bring the Lab to Your Classroom

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory invites high school teachers to schedule a hosted online tour of the National Ignition Facility (NIF) that brings the Lab’s incredible technology directly into your classroom.

Students of all ages can also benefit from our Scientist in the Classroom program, which connects LLNL scientists and engineers with students in their classroom through online presentations.

Learn More about Our Online Programs