Free Tours

Public Tours

Come learn why Fermilab is America's premier particle physics laboratory and the accelerator-based neutrino research capital of the world! Public Tours are for people ages 10 and older. Children ages 10 to 17 must be accompanied by an adult. Public Tours start in the 1st floor Atrium of Wilson Hall. Enter the ground floor entrance to access elevators if needed. Guests will learn more about Fermilab's history in the Atrium and Art Gallery, head to the 15th floor for a unique view of the lab's campus, and even take a step into the Main Control Room!

August 19, 10 a.m.–noon
All participants must be at least 10 years old. Participants 18 years of age and older will be required to show a REAL ID to enter Fermilab. Please see the appropriate documents here. Each adult must register separately, children will be included in their guardian's registration. Registration will close on Thursday, August 15 at noon.
Register here for the August 19 tour!

September 16, 10 a.m.–noon
All participants must be at least 10 years old. Participants 18 years of age and older will be required to show a REAL ID to enter Fermilab. Please see the appropriate documents here. Each adult must register separately, children will be included in their guardian's registration. Registration will close on Thursday, September 12 at noon.
Register here for the September 16 tour!

October 21, 10 a.m.–noon
All participants must be at least 10 years old. Participants 18 years of age and older will be required to show a REAL ID to enter Fermilab. Please see the appropriate documents here. Each adult must register separately, children will be included in their guardian's registration. Registration will close on Thursday, October 17 at noon.
Register here for the October 21 tour!

Self-guided Tours

The Lederman Science Center (LSC) offers a way to have a hands-on experience with Fermilab Science. The LSC is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. You also can explore the public-access portion of Fermilab's outdoor areas via car, bike and on foot from dawn to dusk daily. Wilson Hall and the atrium, cafeteria, second floor cross over and ground floor credit union are open to the public Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please visit this page for information on hours and other site access requirements. See Fermilab's calendar for upcoming virtual public events and visit Fermilab's YouTube channel for past lectures and videos.