ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden, Albuquerque

Name: ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden
Address: 2601 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque, 87104, United States
Telephone: +1 505-848-7112

#27 among attractions in Albuquerque

Botanical garden, Park, Relax in park, Garden

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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. The garden showcases plants of the Southwest and other arid climates, and includes a 10,000-square-foot conservatory. One wing of the glass conservatory houses plants native to the Mediterranean climates zones of Spain, Portugal, Turkey, South Africa, Australia, Chile and California. A second wing features xeric plants from North American deserts. The garden also features various exhibitions showcasing plants of different local habitats in New Mexico, medicinal plants, a butterfly pavilion and other attractions. The Garden's design was awarded as the 2019 Architecture + Community Award by the New Mexico Architectural Foundation. ()

Opened: 1996 (28 years ago)Elevation: 4954 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 35°5'41"N, 106°40'55"W

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2601 Central Ave NWNorthwest Albuquerque (West Old Town)Albuquerque 87104 United States

Contact

+1 505-848-7112

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ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: ABQ BioPark Zoo, ABQ BioPark, Albuquerque Museum of Art and History, New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science.

1.5 miSE
Zoo, Park, Outdoor activities
ABQ BioPark Zoo, Albuquerque
40 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.
1.6 miSE
Riverside spot with animals and a train
ABQ BioPark, Albuquerque
40 min walk • The ABQ BioPark is an environmental museum located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It contains four separate facilities: ABQ BioPark Aquarium - An aquarium with a 285,000-US-gallon ocean tank containing Gulf of Mexico saltwater species from estuaries, surf zone, shallow waters, coral reefs, and ocean, as well as many other exhibits.
0.8 miE
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Albuquerque Museum of Art and History, Albuquerque
21 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.
0.9 miE
Museum, Science museum, Natural history museum
New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, Albuquerque
24 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.
0.7 miE
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Building
San Felipe de Neri Church, Albuquerque
18 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.
1.7 miNE
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, Albuquerque
43 min walk • The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, located in Albuquerque, is owned and operated by the 19 Indian Pueblos of New Mexico and dedicated to the preservation and perpetuation of Pueblo Indian Culture, History and Art.
1 miE
Museum, Science museum, Children's museum
Explora, Albuquerque
27 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.
0.8 miSE
Park
Tingley Beach, Albuquerque
20 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.
0.7 miE
Museum, Specialty museum
American International Rattlesnake Museum, Albuquerque
19 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.
0.6 miE
35°5'44"N • 106°40'19"W
Turquoise Museum, Albuquerque
15 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum
1.2 miSE
Park
Rio Grande Valley State Park, Albuquerque
32 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden open?

ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday 9 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden?

Nearby attractions include Albuquerque Aquarium, Albuquerque (4 min walk), Turquoise Museum, Albuquerque (15 min walk), Old Town Albuquerque, Albuquerque (16 min walk), San Felipe de Neri Church, Albuquerque (18 min walk).

How to get to ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden by public transport?

The nearest stations to ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden:

Train

Aquarium/Garden Station (6 min walk)
Tingley Station (20 min walk)

Bus

BioPark • Lines: 766, 777 (7 min walk)
The Town of Atrisco • Lines: 766, 777 (17 min walk)