- The list below includes 57 free or cheap things to do in or near Los Alamos, New Mexico, including 46 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, History Museums, Hiking Trails and Distilleries.
- From Tsankawi to White Rock Overlook Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Los Alamos and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Jemez Springs, Santa Fe, Abiquiu and Cochiti Pueblo.
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32.7 Miles
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17 Waldo Street, Cerrillos, NM 87010
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Items unique to the region are available at the trading post portion of the Casa Grande Trading Post, Cerrillos Turquoise Mining Museum & Petting Zoo. The mining museum focuses on the turquoise mining trade of the past while the petting zoo allows families to interact with llamas, goats, and chickens.
32.8 Miles
With over 5 miles of nature trails, Cerrillos Hills State Park contains areas for hiking, horseback riding, and biking. The park and historic mining site features pit mines, mineshafts, and Native American turquoise mines.
34.3 Miles
Maggie's Diner' From Wild Hogs Movie Set is located next to the Great Madrid Gift Emporium. It was built by Disney and the set remains available to visitors to take their own pictures and put themselves in the movie.
34.4 Miles
Exhibits and stories of past Madrid are displayed at the Madrid Old Coal Town Museum. Visitors are able to explore the coal mining operations and and even climb on Engine 769 and ring the train's bell.
35.4 Miles
Visitors to the Monastery of Christ in the Desert are able to tour the church, meditation garden, and gift shop. The nearby area also features hiking and the ability to quietly reflect in the peace and tranquility of the region.
41.1 Miles
The ancient ruins at the Coronado State Monument reveal the history of the Native American farmers who lived in the area upon Coronado's arrival. The site also features a museum with perserved frescos of these people and original art.
41.1 Miles
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105 D Pleasant View Drive, Bernalillo, NM 87004
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Kayak and canoe tours of the middle Rio Grande Bosque are offered by Quiet Waters Paddling Adventures. Guests can also rent kayaks and canoes to paddle on their own or participate in a Sunset Float that features a campfire and snacks after paddling.
41.9 Miles
Showing historic and vintage automobiles, the J&R Vintage Auto Museum offers exhibits for all car enthusiasts. Exhibits and cars on display include a 1918 Model T, 1917 Marmon, 1969 Cougar, and many miniature die cast cars.
43.1 Miles
The first stop at the Pecos National Historic Park is of course the Visitors Center that allows guests to see a short film about the area and collect any maps or trail guides. The ruins of a Native American pueblo are nearby, and guests can also fly fish.
44.1 Miles
At roughly 10,000 feet heigh, the Sandia Crest Byway allows visitors to take in panoramic views of the Rio Grande, Albuquerque, and the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Five life zones are covered on the way up the byway with several climbing switchbacks for a fun drive.