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Gift Shop & The Alien Store in Area 51, Hi

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About Alien Research Center

Welcome to the Alien Research Center—home to the Alien Store, a distinctive stop along Nevada’s Extraterrestrial Highway. Located at 100 Extraterrestrial Highway, Area 51, Hiko, NV 89017, this gift shop is a popular roadside attraction for UFO enthusiasts, travelers, and curious visitors. While it isn’t a traditional concert venue with a seating chart, the center offers a memorable shopping experience and educational displays about the region’s space-age lore.

Hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, seven days a week, providing ample time to browse, snap photos, and explore the surrounding desert landscape. If you’re planning a trip to Area 51, we’ve outlined practical details to help you secure your visit, including parking, nearby lodging, and dining options.

Whether you’re chasing stories from the Storm Area 51 era or simply looking for a unique desert stop, the Alien Research Center serves as a gateway to Area 51 culture and curiosity. Think of us as your trusted connection for a straightforward, no-fuss visit—with insider tips to make the most of your journey.

Parking is typically on-site at this roadside store, with space to accommodate visitors making a quick stop for gifts, souvenirs, and information. There isn’t a formal seating area or public seating chart published, as the facility operates primarily as a shop rather than an event venue. If you’re visiting during peak times, plan for a brief wait or a self-guided shopping stroll through the displays.

For lodging, nearby options include the Little A’Le’Inn in Rachel, NV (9631 Old Mill St, Rachel, NV 89001), a well-known base for Area 51 travelers, as well as several hotels in Alamo, NV, such as the Alamo Inn. These stops make excellent anchors for a desert road trip that includes a stop at the Alien Research Center. Driving is the typical mode of access, as there is no regular public transit serving the site.

While the center has hosted Area 51 Basecamp-related events in the past—some during the September 2019 Storm Area 51 phase—those gatherings were short-lived or canceled. Today, visitors typically come for the shop and its atmospheric surroundings, with the area offering a slice of extraterrestrial lore and Nevada’s desert scenery.

For travelers seeking nearby amenities, we’ve included affiliate partner recommendations for hotels and dining to help you plan a smooth trip. Think of us as your friendly connection who helps you secure convenient stays and reliable bites, so you can focus on exploring the mystery and fun of this iconic locale.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 100 Extraterrestrial Highway, Area 51, Hiko, NV 89017 (near the Extraterrestrial Highway gateway to Area 51).
  • Venue type: Gift shop / The Alien Store; not a conventional performance venue with a seating chart.
  • Hours: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, 7 days a week (official store hours).
  • Parking: On-site parking typical for a roadside store (no formal venue parking structure documented).
  • Seating/chart: No public seating chart or formal seating area published; the facility functions as a shop rather than a concert/event hall.
  • Notable events: Hosted Area 51 Basecamp-related events in September 2019 (Storm Area 51 era); reports cited capacities around 5,000–15,000, but the events were canceled/short-lived.
  • Nearby hotels: Little A’Le’Inn in Rachel, NV (9631 Old Mill St, Rachel, NV 89001) and several options in Alamo, NV (e.g., Alamo Inn); these are common lodging stops for Area 51 visitors.
  • Transit: Remote desert location; driving is the typical mode of access; no regular public transit serving the site.
  • Renamed/demolished: No credible evidence of demolition or renaming; the site/center appears to continue operating as of 2026.