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National Center for Atmospheric Research

Address: 1850 Table Mesa Dr., Boulder, CO, 80305 | Map It
Directions: From southbound Broadway turn right on Table Mesa Dr.
Phone: 303/497-1174
www.ncar.ucar.edu

Category: Tours
Location: Boulder

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Fodor's Review:

Talking about the weather is not boring at the National Center for Atmospheric Research, where the hands-on exhibits, video presentation, and one-hour tour fires up kids' enthusiasm for what falls out of the sky. I. M. Pei's famous buildings stand majestically on a mesa at the base of the mountains, where you can see mule deer and other wildlife. After browsing the field guides and science kits in the gift shop, follow the interpretive Walter Orr Roberts Nature and Weather Trail to learn about the mesa's weather, climate, plants, and wildlife. The 4-mi loop is wheelchair accessible. If you can't make the guided tour, self-guided and audio tours are available during regular hours. Reservations are required for large groups.

Cost: Free
Open: Weekdays 8-5, weekends 9-4. Tour daily at noon

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