Public tours are usually limited to 15 people, and pickup is arranged at the Berkeley BART station.
Tours require an advance notice of two weeks.
Scientists and engineers usually guide guests through the research areas, demonstrating emerging technologies and discussing their current and potential applications. A Berkeley Lab tour usually lasts about two hours and includes visits to several research areas. Photography is permitted. We recommend comfortable footwear. It produces the world's brightest soft x-rays and ultraviolet light which scientists from around the world are using to explore new frontiers in the biosciences, materials, and the environmental sciences.