Oak Ridge Manhattan Project Bus Tour

Trace Oak Ridge's Manhattan Project story from the Atomic Age to present-day science. Ride a Department of Energy bus to museums and federal facilities.

• Explore sites connected to the Manhattan Project in Oak Ridge
• Visit the K-25 Atomic History Museum
• Discover the Y-12 New Hope Visitor's Center
• See the Oak Ridge National Laboratory Quantum Science Center

What's Included

• Department of Energy bus transportation

Know before you go

• US citizens only
• Ages 10+ only
• Bring a valid photo ID if you are 18 or older
• Plan for prompt 9:00 am bus departure
• Expect possible searches while on federal property
• Do not bring weapons, knives, explosives, firearms, dangerous materials, controlled substances, or alcohol
• Do not bring backpacks, briefcases, or bags and purses larger than 12 x 12 inches
• Do not bring food unless needed for medical reasons; bottled water is allowed
• Do not bring pets except certified service animals
• Requires exiting the bus at every stop, staying with the group, and walking 350-foot walkways
• Requires independently entering and exiting the bus, or assistance from an accompanying traveler
• Follow personnel instructions, wear a seat belt, and do not smoke
• Wheelchair access requires 48 hours' advance notice; staff and the driver cannot provide boarding assistance
• Bring cameras only where permitted