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 Biopark Entrance by AlbuqRay
The biopark is open every day of the week, 9am - 5pm (June through August: 9am - 6pm, Saturday and Sunday). It is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Days. Admission is $7 for adults and includes admission to Aquarium. For $12 you may also include Zoo admission. Children 3-12 and Seniors 65+ are $3 or $5 to include Zoo admission. On Thursdays in the summertime (7:00-9:00 PM), there are free concerts included in the admission. Leave a Comment Directions: West of the Old Town area on Central Avenue (Old Route 66) on the east side of the Rio Grande River
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The Albuquerque BioPark has been working hard over the years to become something more than a Zoo. There is now a Botanical Garden and an Aquarium. Though they've been here for years now, I finally took the time to visit just a couple of months ago and was quite pleased with my experience.
First off, I hate formal gardens. And growing up on coasts and islands, I am picky about my Aquariums too. So for me to even LIKE the day I spent there is high praise indeed!
The Aquarium was fun, filled with wonderful sea critters, and even had little halloween decorations in some of the tanks .... my favorite was the pirate's chest and the floating skeleton :) I loved the eels and the sharks (which you can see from the cafe which has one wall of glass to allow you to watch the critters during your meal).
The Botanical Gardens share a common courtyard with the Aquarium, and has many styles of plantings ..... my favorites were the children's garden in which you seem to shrink down to ant-like size and crawl about, and the southwest ranch/farm. The farm includes a farm house that is fairly typical for the region, plantings, wonderful local desert plant life, crops, and even a free wagon ride pulled by draft horses.
The most disappointing garden was the Moorish courtyard ..... barely noticeable Moorish inspired tile mosaics and weak plantings ... but that's okay. After a quick look I moved on to something more beautiful.
Oh, and if you want to make a full day of it. There is a train that takes you from this area to the Zoo about a mile away! A cute little steam engine reproduction that travels the irrigation ditches, along the Rio Grande, and along Tingley Beach Park ..... a bit of lushness in our desert region :)
So for $7 to visit the Aquarium and Gardens, or $12 to visit those, the Zoo AND ride the Rio Line, you really can't beat this as a something fun and cheap to do while in ABQ! BTW- the 3 park ticket is only sold before noon. Leave a Comment Address: 2601 Central Ave. NWDirections: At the intersection of Central and New York Avenues just east of the Central BridgeWebsite: http://www.cabq.gov/biopark/
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 Path near Aquarium by lovemycacti
The Rosalie Doolittle Fountain is quaint with the gorgeous appearance and smells of roses all around. A great place for a family, someone seeking solitude, or lovers! Gift shops and food kiosks around. Very affordable. Leave a Comment Address: 2601 Central Ave NWPhone: (505) 764-6200Directions: Adjacent to Aquarium.Website: www.cabq.gov/biopark
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Feeling stressed? Kids driving you nuts on your trip? Take them to the Aquarium! This delightful aquarium center is awe-inspiring and can de-stress the most hyper person. Watching the moon jellyfish soothes the soul and the seahorses will make you realize just how precious life really is.
Everyone gets a kick out of the eel cave and shark tank, there really is more to explore than you can imagine. Admission is really, really affordable for this tiny piece of heaven.
Botanical Garden (seperate) on grounds as well, the Shark Reef Cafe is a full service restaurant and a majestic dining experience. Leave a Comment
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 Albuquerque Zoo by lovemycacti
Well, I didn't observe any reptile eating another reptile, the zoo certainly is a terrific place to stop. NOT all zoo's are alike! At an ultra-affordable price, missing the Albuquerque Museum would be disappointing. They do a terrific job on displays and shows.
Big fans of reptiles must stop by and see the Komodo Dragon! A truly majestic creature. The Mexican Wolves like to hide but if you're lucky you might see them. There are creatures here that are not at your local zoo - including the Birds of Prey.
When dining outside, be sure to watch for the friendly, somewhat demanding peacock that wanders about wanting food. When outside having a snack, be leery of feeding a sparrow - one piece of food to him and he invites several dozen of his buddies! Leave a Comment Phone: (505) 764-6200
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 Pond at Biopark by AlbuqRayLeave a Comment Directions: West of the Old Town area on Central Avenue (Old Route 66) on the east side of the Rio Grande River
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The Botanic Gardens are located next to the Zoo and Aquarium. Sorry to say some of my pictures have gone the way of the computer crash. :( These gardens are very lovely and you can stroll around and see so many diffrent varieties of life in here. The glass conservatory filters heat producing UV rays and blooms year round--with xeric species in the Desert Pavilion, aromatic species in the Mediterranean Pavilion. A trio of walled gardens salutes Old World design in fountains, tile, herbs and roses. The Children's Fantasy Garden was a favorite of both mine and Dons. Well we are just two very large kids you know.
Starting with a fourteen foot high topiary dragon that guards the castle gates, visitors get a larger-than-life perspective of plants, gardening, horticulture and people. It was really a fun place to go. For information regarding disabilities , hours and special events please be sure to check out thier website. Leave a Comment Address: 2601 Central Ave. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104Phone: (505) 764-6200Directions: 2601 Central Ave. NW (intersection of Central and New York Avenues)Website: http://www.cabq.gov/biopark/garden/ Other Contact: Fax: (505) 848-7192
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 Statue Outside Zoo by JamesABQ
Hours: 9 AM to 5 PM Weekdays
Hours: 9 AM to 6 PM Weekends
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Day Leave a Comment
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This was a very nice zoo. Clean and easy to manuver around in. The animals seemed to be healthy and well taken care of. As always the primates were a good show. Ya gotta love those furry nit pickers. When we were at the zoo they had a bird show going on in a special area 3 times daily. It was very entertaining. i know exhibits tend to change so I am not sure if it is still there. If it is and you have time it was definately worth the hour or so and it was a nice place to sit and relax.
The Matunda Cafe is open seasonally and located in the Africa exhibit area across from the Out of Africa gift shop and train station. The cafe has an outdoor seating area and serves soft drinks, sandwiches, hot dogs, nachos, popcorn, chips, candy and ice cream. For more info. please call (505) 764-6215
We had a nice lunch here. Warning it gets packed quick. We had to wait some but 20 minutes after we were through the lines were horrible.
Open every day of the week, 9am - 5pm
June through August: 9am - 6pm, Saturday and Sunday
Closed: Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Days
For those with disabilities here is some information :
Persons with Disabilities
Wheelchairs are available on request but limited in number. If you have a disability and require special assistance when you visit the Rio Grande Zoo, please call (505) 764-6200, preferably three days before your visit .
Service Animals (No Pets Allowed)
Animals that are certified service animals are permitted in the public areas of all Biological Park facilities. Pets are not permitted on Zoo grounds. Inquire with the zoo receptionist about the availability of kennels
Be sure and check out the website for current hours and rates.
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 by illudiumqh36
There are over 200 species of wildlife from all over the world; reptile session is particulary rich of species.
The most noticeable animal is the Mexican Lobo (wolf), a bit hard to see because it likes to hide.
The walk in this park is very relaxing and in Summer there is often a concert at night near the cafeteria. Leave a Comment
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