Best of Alamogordo, NM
Site of the First Atomic Bomb Test
About Alamogordo
Alamogordo serves as the county seat of Otero County in New Mexico, situated within the Tularosa Basin of the Chihuahuan Desert. The city is bordered by the Sacramento Mountains to the east and Holloman Air Force Base to the west. It is widely recognized for its connection to the 1945 Trinity test, which marked the first-ever explosion of an atomic bomb.
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Tularosa Basin Museum of History
Tularosa Basin Museum of History is a local attraction at 1004 North White Sands Boulevard.
The museum was formerly known as the Tularosa Basin Historical Society Museum.
View details →Best Hotels in Alamogordo
17 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Super 8 by Wyndham Alamogordo
A local hotel in 3204 North White Sands Boulevard.
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The Classic Desert Aire Hotel
A local hotel in 1021 South White Sands Boulevard.
Best Restaurants in Alamogordo
21 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Alamogordo
2 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Alamogordo
1 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
Best Things to Do in Alamogordo
11 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Tularosa Basin Museum of History
A local attraction in 1004 North White Sands Boulevard.
Best Shops in Alamogordo
1 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Alamogordo
20 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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