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Things to see in Las Cruces, New Mexico (United States): 14 places and when to go
Las Cruces, New Mexico is a city in United States with around 115,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 14 places in and around it, mainly Nature (6), Mountains (3), Wildlife (3). The best known are Cathedral of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Basilica of San Albino and Picacho Mountain. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 14 h 06 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 53. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 32.3126, -106.7778
- Population
- About 115,000
- Places
- 14 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (6) · Mountains (3) · Wildlife (3) · Stargazing (3) · Temples (2) · Museums and art (2)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- LAX Los Angeles, 1,099 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Organ Needle, at 2,708 m.
What to see in Las Cruces, New Mexico
The places in and around Las Cruces, New Mexico, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Cathedral of the Immaculate Heart of MaryChurch in New Mexico, United States1.8 km
- Basilica of San AlbinoChurch in New Mexico, United States4.5 km
- Picacho MountainMountain in New Mexico, United States of America10 km
- Organ Mountains–Desert Peaks National MonumentProtected area in New Mexico, US15 km
- Prehistoric Trackways National MonumentNational monument in New Mexico, United States13 km
- Jornada Biosphere ReserveBiosphere reserve in United States Of America | designated in 197633 km
- Organ NeedleMountain in United States of America21 km
- Tortugas MountainMountain in New Mexico, United States of America7.9 km
- Branigan Cultural CenterMuseum207 m
- Corralitos ObservatoryAstronomical observatory in New Mexico, US26 km
- New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage MuseumInteractive museum in Las Cruces, New Mexico5.6 km
- Clyde Tombaugh ObservatoryObservatory4.8 km
- Little Toad Creek Brewery & Distillery Las CrucesBrewery302 m
- Luna Rossa Winery & PizzeriaWinery3.2 km
When to go to Las Cruces, New Mexico
The best time to visit Las Cruces, New Mexico is April to October; also possible: November to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible10:06
- FebPossible10:51
- MarPossible11:46
- AprBest time12:48
- MayBest time13:39
- JunBest time14:06
- JulBest time13:55
- AugBest time13:11
- SepBest time12:11
- OctBest time11:11
- NovPossible10:19
- DecPossible9:53
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 06 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 53. In July, 12 of the 14 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Las Cruces, New Mexico
The nearest main airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX, Los Angeles), 1,099 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Deming, New Mexico10 places92 km
- Alamogordo, New Mexico9 places101 km
- Ruidoso6 places154 km
- Socorro, New Mexico5 places195 km
- Roswell, New Mexico6 places243 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Las Cruces, New Mexico?
The best known: Cathedral of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Basilica of San Albino, Picacho Mountain, Organ Mountains–Desert Peaks National Monument, Prehistoric Trackways National Monument. In all, 14 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Las Cruces, New Mexico?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 14 h 06 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 53.
How do you get to Las Cruces, New Mexico?
The nearest main airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 1,099 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Las Cruces, New Mexico as the destination and these 14 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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