Albuquerque Aquarium, Albuquerque

Name: Albuquerque Aquarium
Address: 903 10th Street, Northwest, Albuquerque, United States

#56 among attractions in Albuquerque

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The ABQ BioPark Aquarium, located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States is a facility of the Albuquerque Biological Park and is located next door to the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. The ABQ BioPark Aquarium exhibits Gulf of Mexico and South Pacific saltwater species from a variety of habitats, including surf zone, shallow waters, coral reefs, open ocean and deep ocean. The highlight of the aquarium is a 285,000 U.S. gal shark tank with a 38-foot -wide, 9-foot -high, 8-inch -thick acrylic viewing window. Jellies: Aliens of the Sea, featuring moon jellies and Japanese sea nettles, and the Pacific Coral Reef Tunnel are popular with aquarium visitors. The South Pacific Gallery features seahorses, pipefishes, and colorfully patterned reef fish. The Rio Grande at Central Bridge exhibit in the aquarium lobby offers visitors an opportunity to compare the kinds of fish that lived in the Albuquerque reach of the Rio Grande 100 years ago and those found today. The Shark/Ray Encounter allows guests to have a guided, up-close experience with bamboo sharks and stingrays. ()

Opened: 1996 (28 years ago)Coordinates: 35°5'46"N, 106°41'2"W

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903 10th Street, NorthwestNorthwest Albuquerque (West Old Town)Albuquerque United States

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Albuquerque Aquarium – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: ABQ BioPark Zoo, Albuquerque Museum of Art and History, New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, San Felipe de Neri Church.

1.7 miSE
Zoo, Park, Outdoor activities
ABQ BioPark Zoo, Albuquerque
44 min walk • ABQ BioPark Zoo, located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is a facility of the Albuquerque Biological Park. Founded in 1927, the 64-acre and located within the Albuquerque Biological Park, the zoo was originally known as the Rio Grande Zoo until it was renamed to its current name.
0.9 miE
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Albuquerque Museum of Art and History, Albuquerque
24 min walk • The Albuquerque Museum, formerly known as the Albuquerque Museum of Art and History, is a public art and history museum in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
1 miE
Museum, Science museum, Natural history museum
New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, Albuquerque
27 min walk • The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science is a natural history and science museum in Albuquerque, New Mexico near Old Town Albuquerque. The Museum was founded in 1986. It operates as a public revenue facility of the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs.
0.8 miE
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Building
San Felipe de Neri Church, Albuquerque
21 min walk • San Felipe de Neri Church is a historic Catholic church located on the north side of Old Town Plaza in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
1.1 miE
Museum, Science museum, Children's museum
Explora, Albuquerque
29 min walk • Explora is a science center in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, located near Old Town Albuquerque. Its name is the imperative form of the Spanish language verb explorar, which means to explore.
~810 ftSE
Over 1.5 miles of walkable garden paths
ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden, Albuquerque
4 min walk • The ABQ Biopark Botanic Garden is a 36-acre botanical garden located at 2601 Central Avenue NW in Albuquerque, New Mexico, beside the Rio Grande.
0.9 miSE
Park
Tingley Beach, Albuquerque
24 min walk • Tingley Beach is a recreational area in Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA, located south of Central Avenue on the east side of the Rio Grande. It is part of the Albuquerque Biological Park complex.
0.8 miE
Museum, Specialty museum
American International Rattlesnake Museum, Albuquerque
22 min walk • The American International Rattlesnake Museum is an animal conservation museum located in Albuquerque, New Mexico in Old Town Albuquerque. The museum is devoted to snakes, particularly rattlesnakes, and is dedicated to rattlesnake education.
0.7 miE
35°5'44"N • 106°40'19"W
Turquoise Museum, Albuquerque
18 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum
1.4 miSE
Park
Rio Grande Valley State Park, Albuquerque
36 min walk • The Rio Grande Valley State Park is a park located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, established in 1983. Although officially named "State Park" this open space is actually managed by various local, state and federal agencies, as well as other organizations.
0.7 miE
Neighbourhood
Old Town Albuquerque, Albuquerque
19 min walk • Old Town is the historic original town site of Albuquerque, New Mexico, for the provincial kingdom of Santa Fe de Nuevo México, established in 1706 by New Mexico governor Francisco Cuervo y Valdés.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Albuquerque Aquarium?

Nearby attractions include ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden, Albuquerque (4 min walk), Turquoise Museum, Albuquerque (18 min walk), Old Town Albuquerque, Albuquerque (19 min walk), San Felipe de Neri Church, Albuquerque (21 min walk).

How to get to Albuquerque Aquarium by public transport?

The nearest stations to Albuquerque Aquarium:

Train

Aquarium/Garden Station (10 min walk)
Tingley Station (24 min walk)

Bus

BioPark • Lines: 766, 777 (10 min walk)
The Town of Atrisco • Lines: 766, 777 (19 min walk)