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Things to see in Roswell, New Mexico (United States): 6 places and when to go
Roswell, New Mexico is a town in United States, and this site lists 6 places in and around it, mainly Museums and art (3), Wildlife (2), Nature (1). The best known are International UFO Museum and Research Center, Salt Creek Wilderness and Anderson Museum of Contemporary Art. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 12 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 48. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 33.3945, -104.5225
- Places
- 6 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Museums and art (3) · Wildlife (2) · Nature (1) · Food and drink (1) · With kids (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- LAX Los Angeles, 1,288 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Roswell Museum, at 1,087 m.
What to see in Roswell, New Mexico
The places in and around Roswell, 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.
- International UFO Museum and Research CenterMuseum in Roswell, New Mexico, U.S111 m
- Salt Creek WildernessProtected area in New Mexico, United States25 km
- Anderson Museum of Contemporary ArtArt museum in Roswell, New Mexico1.7 km
- Roswell MuseumMuseum and planetarium in New Mexico, US1.1 km
- Black Cock BreweryBrewery2.6 km
- Spring River ZooWith kids · Wildlife2.3 km
When to go to Roswell, New Mexico
The best time to visit Roswell, New Mexico is March to October; also possible: November to February. 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.
- JanPossible10:01
- FebPossible10:48
- MarBest time11:45
- AprBest time12:50
- MayBest time13:44
- JunBest time14:12
- JulBest time14:00
- AugBest time13:14
- SepBest time12:12
- OctBest time11:09
- NovPossible10:14
- DecPossible9:48
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 12 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 48. In April, 6 of the 6 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 Roswell, New Mexico
The nearest main airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX, Los Angeles), 1,288 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
- Ruidoso6 places107 km
- Alamogordo, New Mexico9 places145 km
- Socorro, New Mexico5 places232 km
- Las Cruces, New Mexico14 places243 km
- Lubbock, Texas13 places246 km
- El Paso, Texas17 places259 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Roswell, New Mexico?
The best known: International UFO Museum and Research Center, Salt Creek Wilderness, Anderson Museum of Contemporary Art, Roswell Museum. In all, 6 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Roswell, New Mexico?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 12 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 48.
How do you get to Roswell, New Mexico?
The nearest main airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 1,288 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Roswell, New Mexico as the destination and these 6 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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