MAPS, GUIDES
& ASSISTANCE
We have an incredible staff at our Murray Ryan Visitor Center ready to welcome you! Stop in for free maps, guides, and additional assistance. Not to mention that our visitor center is right in the heart of Historic Downtown. Start your adventure with us.
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GETTING HERE

BY PLANE

BY PLANE

GRANT COUNTY AIRPORT (SVC)
The closest commercial airport is Grant County Airport and is served by Advanced Air. It is a 30-minute drive to Silver City.

EL PASO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (ELP)
El Paso International Airport is just under three hours away. At present there is no direct transportation to Silver City, and you would need to rent a car.

TUCSON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (TUS)
Tucson International Airport is three hours away. At present there is no direct transportation to Silver City, and you would need to rent a car.

ALBUQUERQUE INTERNATIONAL SUNPORT (ABQ)
Albuquerque International Sunport is the furthest away of the three regional airports (4 hour drive); however it is possible catch a connecting flight from here to Grant County Airport.

BY PRIVATE PLANE
Private airplanes may land at either Grant County Airport or at the Whiskey Creek Airport just east of Silver City.

RENTALS
Silver Rentals offers airport pickup and drop off with rental. (575) 574-2350. Their office is located at 1775 US-180, Suite 2, Silver City, NM 88061.
BY TRAIN

BY TRAIN

AMTRAK
Amtrak has service to Deming (just under an hour south of Silver City) or to Lordsburg (45 minutes south). At present there is no public transportation to Silver City from Lordsburg. There is limited transportation from Deming via Corre Caminos (two trips per day): 575-388-3180 or toll-free at 866-934-3866.
BY BUS

BY BUS

GREYHOUND
Greyhound has bus service to Deming and Lordsburg.
BY CAR

BY CAR

The main roads into Silver City are US Highway 180 (which runs from Alpine, Arizona to Deming) and Highway 90 (which runs from Lordsburg northeast to Silver City). The nearest Interstate highway is I-10.

FROM TUCSON, AZ
Take I-10 east to exit 20-B in Lordsburg and Hwy 90 north to Silver City.

FROM EL PASO, TX
Take I-10 west to exit 82-A in Deming and Hwy 180 north to Silver City.

FROM ALBUQUERQUE, NM
Take I-25 south to exit 63 Hwy 152 west to Hwy180 west to Silver City

FROM ALPINE, AZ
Take Hwy 180 southeast to Silver City

GETTING
AROUND

Most visitors will find that having a car really helps, but if you are staying close to Silver City’s downtown, there is a lot you can do on foot. There are also bicycle rentals available as well as public transportation.

ONCE YOU
GET HERE

There are plenty of adventures in store for you! Silver City is for the explorer and wanderer, the outdoor enthusiast and the antique treasure hunter, the foodie and the restful vacationer... Check out our annual and daily events!

ACTIVITIES FOR PEOPLE WITH MOBILITY CHALLENGES

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Silver City and the surrounding areas are welcoming to everyone, no matter the level of mobility. In fact, our Mayor has dubbed Silver City – the City of Unconditional Love.

If you have limited mobility, there are plenty of things to see, do and explore. Consider the following:
  • Visit the City of Rocks State Park for a scenic ride or night sky viewing
  • Rent an electric bike from Gila Hike & Bike and cruise around downtown or some of the easier mountain bike trails from town
  • Explore the Silver City Museum and learn more about the rich and diverse cultural heritage of southwestern New Mexico
  • Drive the Trail of the Mountain Spirits
  • Enjoy cultural experiences at Western New Mexico University
  • Catch a show at the Silco Theater
  • Watch the annual Tour of the Gila as world-class cyclists ride through Downtown Silver City
  • Stay at many of the unique local inns and guest houses and enjoy the serenity, the views and our dark skies
  • Visit Historic Downtown. Many of the galleries and stores are handicapped accessible
Most of the restaurants downtown cater to people with limited mobility. 

For lodging, most of the inns and lodges cater to people with limited mobility as do the national chain hotels.

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