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National Center for Atmospheric Research
1850 Table Mesa Dr P.O. Box 3000
Boulder, CO 80305
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 76 attractions in Boulder
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Attraction type: Science museum, Other
Address: 1850 Table Mesa Dr
P.O. Box 3000 Boulder, CO 80305
Tel: 303 497 1000

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“A lot to take in - recommended for many reasons”
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5 of 5 stars
Songofsnow_Books
Santa Fe, NM
12 Nov 2007

Wasn't sure what to expect but was pleasantly surprised. From fun hands-on exhibits, videos and colorful displays to open access to the public to their library this was a geeks dream. First off - easy to find. Take Table Mesa up up up. Secondly - the view is awesome!!! Thirdly - tornado machine, factoids and colorful exhibits. It isn't large... more

“Building is great, center is disappointing”
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3 of 5 stars
Leneal
Washington, D.C.
27 Aug 2006

My family of four (two teenagers) visited NCAR because of our mutual interest in science. Ironically, we were far more fascinated by the building, than the science. The building was designed by I.M. Pei and is an architectural treasure worth seeing. The tour was adequate, but dull because it felt more like a high school field trip to a museum... more

“Closed without warning”
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1 of 5 stars
nowincolorado
Colorado Springs, CO
9 Apr 2006
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We planned a day trip to Boulder and drove 2 hrs to get there. I had been to NCAR's Website - they are open every day of the year for tours - even Christmas! You can go on a self-guided tour or take a guided tour at 12noon. We planned our trip to make it there at 12noon. We actually... more

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National Center for Atmospheric Research Address

1850 Table Mesa Dr, P.O. Box 3000, Boulder, CO 80305
Tel: 303 497 1000