Explore the greatest meteorite impact site on the planet! Hike the rim, experience a 4D movie, learn in the discovery center, try the new Blast Zone for kids, and enjoy food & drinks. Floor Tours are temporarily paused for trail restoration.

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CRATER GAZIN'

Enjoy the view from one of several breathtaking outdoor observation points. Find out what hidden gems await at Meteor Crater & Barringer Space Museum!

SPACED OUT!

Learn about our 60 year history with NASA and how the Apollo 11 astronauts trained at Meteor Crater to prepare for the 1969 mission to the moon.

DISCOVER & LEARN

See dozens of exhibits and learn how we can protect Earth from future impacts. Our Visitor’s Center is one of the most popular attractions in Northern Arizona.

HIKE THE RIM!

Take a guided rim tour from one of our expert guides and learn the history of the impact site, how the earth changed, and its founding by Daniel M. Barringer.

EXPLORE

AND SPACE ENTHUSIASTS WELCOME ADVENTURERS

Welcome Adventurers

& Space Enthusiasts

Astronaut-themed display at Meteor Crater, connecting space science with Earth’s history.

Upcoming Events

FULL RIM HIKES

September 12, 2026

VIP FLOOR TOURS

Neighbor Appreciation Day

September 27, 2026

Indigenous Peoples’ Day

October 17, 2026

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IT'S TIME TO ROCK YOUR WORLD!

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Featured Attractions

Aerial view of Meteor Crater, the best-preserved meteorite impact site on Earth.

The Meteor Crater

Visitors on a guided rim tour learning about the meteor impact.

Guided Tour

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The Blast Zone

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COLLISION!
4D Theater

Lookout Point

Lookout Points

Space movie about the impact history of Meteor Crater.

Impact! The Mystery of Meteor Crater

Visitors exploring the interactive exhibits at the Discovery Center an Arizona Space Museum..

Discovery Center & Space Museum

Meteor Crater Gift Shop offering unique space-related merchandise and souvenirs.

Gift & Mineral Shop

Apollo 11 Space Capsule exhibit at Meteor Crater, showcasing NASA history.

Apollo 11 Space Capsule

Meteor Crater RV Park a place to stay on route 66

RV Park

METEOR, RIGHT?

Learn the difference between meteors, meteorites, and asteroids and see impact sites from around the world in our Discovery Center & Space Museum.

GET HANDS ON

The Holsinger Meteorite, weighing 1,406 lbs., is the largest ever found at Meteor Crater. Come see and feel the surface of this incredible piece of history!

THAT'S A
BIG ROCK

Traveling at speeds of over 26,000 mph, this 150 foot wide meteorite weighed 300,000 tons and formed the 550 foot deep, mile wide impact crater.

FIFTY THOUSAND YEARS AGO A GIANT FIREBALL STREAKED ACROSS THE NORTH AMERICAN SKY. It struck the Earth in northern Arizona, exploding with a force 150 times greater than the atomic bomb! THE METEORITE LEARN MORE

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Featured Attractions

Aerial view of Meteor Crater, the best-preserved meteorite impact site on Earth.

The Meteor Crater

Visitors on a guided rim tour learning about the meteor impact.

Guided Tour

hero-blast-poster

The Blast Zone

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COLLISION!
4D Theater

Lookout Point

Lookout Points

Space movie about the impact history of Meteor Crater.

Impact! The Mystery of Meteor Crater

Visitors exploring the interactive exhibits at the Discovery Center an Arizona Space Museum..

Discovery Center & Space Museum

Meteor Crater Gift Shop offering unique space-related merchandise and souvenirs.

Gift & Mineral Shop

Apollo 11 Space Capsule exhibit at Meteor Crater, showcasing NASA history.

Apollo 11 Space Capsule

Meteor Crater RV Park a place to stay on route 66

RV Park

Meteor Crater site overview, showing the iconic impact landmark in Arizona.

The Meteorite

FIFTY THOUSAND YEARS AGO A GIANT FIREBALL STREAKED ACROSS THE NORTH AMERICAN SKY.

It struck the Earth in northern Arizona, exploding with a force 150 times greater than the atomic bomb!

Alisha Holden

a month ago

My husband, son and I visited during a cross country roadtrip. Due to time constraints we did the self guided tour but the guided tour looked fun! We ... Read More

My husband, son and I visited during a cross country roadtrip. Due to time constraints we did the self guided tour but the guided tour looked fun! We got great pics of the crater and had a good time exploring the inside attractions and the gift store. Definitely worth the stop. Read Less
Michelle Bargett

7 months ago

Meteor crater and museum was interesting and educational. Guided tours are included in price of admission. Easy guided walking tour with multiple stop... Read More

Meteor crater and museum was interesting and educational. Guided tours are included in price of admission. Easy guided walking tour with multiple stops and large rocks to sit on while your guide talks. There also a self guided tour with platforms for taking great photos. The museum inside is interesting and will help pass the time until the next tour starts. There a coffee shop/lounge area that is connected to the gift shop. There is also a 4D movie there but it was closed when I was there. On Saturday they have full hikes around the crater but don't offer it on there day's. They also offer a pet Ramado so if you travel with pets you can check them in to cool fenced-in pen and small dog run that is connected to the car parking lot. There is also place for your motor home or RV. It's a separate parking lot next to car parking lot, just follow the signs. We paid about 28.00 for each adult Read Less
Tony Skeans

2 months ago

Worth the Stop. Worth Going Back… If You’re a Space Enthusiast. Meteor Crater is one of those places I’ve wanted to see for years. Growing up ... Read More

Worth the Stop. Worth Going Back… If You’re a Space Enthusiast. Meteor Crater is one of those places I’ve wanted to see for years. Growing up near Middlesboro, Kentucky, I was already familiar with the idea of a meteor impact site. But there’s something different about standing on the rim of one of the best-preserved meteor craters in the world and seeing its scale with your own eyes. More than anything, I wanted my kids to experience that. It did not disappoint. The crater itself is impressive, but so is the setting. The stark Arizona landscape creates a perfect backdrop, and the visitor center has been designed to take full advantage of it. Everywhere you turn seems to offer another great photo opportunity. Inside, there’s plenty to explore. The exhibits are well done, the space memorabilia is interesting without being overwhelming, and the gift shop was one of the better museum gift shops we’ve visited. Whether you’re traveling with kids or you’re simply curious about space and geology, there’s enough here to make the visit worthwhile. We didn’t have time to eat at the café because we were trying to make it to our next stop before evening, but it was busy enough to suggest it’s a popular choice with visitors. For me, this was exactly the kind of roadside attraction I enjoy finding on a cross-country trip. It breaks up a long day of driving, gives the kids something memorable to experience, and leaves you with a greater appreciation for just how incredible our planet’s history really is. Would I stop again? If I were traveling with someone who had never seen it before, absolutely. Would I make a special trip back just for the crater? Probably not—unless you’re a true space enthusiast. If that’s you, you could easily spend much more time exploring everything the site has to offer. For everyone else, it’s one of those classic American roadside destinations that’s absolutely worth experiencing at least once. Worth the Stop. Worth Going Back… If You’re a Space Enthusiast. Read Less
B Z

a month ago

We almost skipped Meteor Crater, and I'm really glad we didn't. It's only about 40 minutes from Flagstaff and is well worth the drive. The highlight w... Read More

We almost skipped Meteor Crater, and I'm really glad we didn't. It's only about 40 minutes from Flagstaff and is well worth the drive. The highlight was the 45-minute guided tour with Russell, which is included with admission. He made the tour interesting, mixed in some humor, and shared a lot of fascinating facts about the impact, the history of the site, and the Apollo astronaut training that took place there. It made the experience much more enjoyable than just looking at the crater on your own. Admission also includes the museum and exhibits, so there's plenty to see. They offer discounts for AAA members, military veterans, and seniors (65+), which was a nice bonus. If you're in the Flagstaff area, I'd definitely recommend stopping. Plan on spending about 2–3 hours, and don't miss Russell's tour—it was one of the best parts of the visit Read Less
Mai Kashihara

a month ago

This was not a preplanned spot on our route 66 itinerary, but we have some time and thought to stop by. We were a bit taken a back about the price of ... Read More

This was not a preplanned spot on our route 66 itinerary, but we have some time and thought to stop by. We were a bit taken a back about the price of $32 per person and for admission, but we had already come so far so we purchase the tickets. The experience starts with a nine minute movie that simulates what happened 50,000 years ago. After you leave the theater, you are led to a museum area that prepares your eyes for what they will soon behold. The museum section will take about 20 minutes or you can just choose to see the crater immediately after the movie. Once we entered the crater, our eyes were blown out of their sockets. I love how this experience is wheelchair accessible, and all ages can enjoy the experience. The past were well maintained, and it felt safe with the orange railings all around. Overall, we enjoyed the experience, but the price is why I must take away a star. Read Less

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