Roswell: Getting to Know the Home of the Mysterious UFO Crash Site
Famous for the 1947 “Roswell Incident”, when a suspected UFO crash was hidden from the public by the military, Roswell, New Mexico offers unique and memorable tourists’ attractions you won’t be able to find elsewhere. Tourists can fly into the city through the Roswell International Air Center, seven miles south of Roswell, New Mexico. From museums, to art galleries, to state parks and historical centers, there is so much to discover in Roswell.
Best Time to Visit
Ideal weather and more affordable hotel rates are guaranteed during December in Roswell, NM hotels. June would also be a good month to visit Roswell, as the temperature gets a little bit colder. If you enjoy blending with the crowd during your holidays, books a trip during the months of June, May and January, but with higher accommodation rates due to the huge influx of tourists during this season.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Conveniently located near New Mexico Military Institute you can book a stay at Holiday Inn Roswell or Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Roswell for a more comfortable stay. Pack a picnic or stroll around the Cahoon Park, where you can also make use of their tennis courts, basketball carts, sand volleyball and playground for kids. Uncover the mysteries behind the 1947 incident and watch a documentary film about the “official” autopsy of the alleged alien bodies at the International UFO Museum and Research Center. Visit Roswell Museum & Art Center and view a wide range of southwestern art collection and historical southwestern artifacts preserved from the sixteenth.