Bandelier National Monument Visitor Center

"The reviews don’t lie. This is an excellent national park. Getting in was easy, there was plenty of parking, the visitor center was full of excellent information and historical exhibits. The shop is worth a visit, though we did not try the cafe. The park trails themselves are just fantastic. Evening is very well kept up and accessible. The main loop offers easy access (with a little climbing) to the cave sites and the dwellings. Pro tip: come in the early morning or right before sunset for excellent lighting and photos. The park reminded my wife and me of a slightly less grandiose Zion national park, but without the crowds."

"If you've the annual pass to visit national parks, you can use that here as well for free entry. The visitor center has an awesome gift shop! This is where I got my national parks passport from. Will use using that to get stamps to every national park & national monument I go to!!"

"This place was pretty cool!!! Lots of history and a variety of hiking options. Can check out the cliff dwellings or go up Frejoles Canyon and beyond. The museum was interesting and informative, there was a gift shop and a national park passport stamp station. The cafe there was surprisingly good!"

"Terrific natl monument. We had an amazing hike and learned a lot of the history of the people at this pueblo. Well maintained trails. Buy the self guided tour brochure for $3, well worth it. Highly recommended."

"This is a lovely monument where history and nature combine for a good experience. A scenic and easy hike take you to the remains of a fortification and ancient housing just beyond. The walk is not strenuous though ladders are required to access the pueblos. You might encounter some interesting birds and spiders along the way. The staff and gift shop are also nice. The rangers are underappreciated but do a terrific job. Parking was a challenge but with patience, it was a successful effort too."