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Address: 2601 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque Biological Park, Albuquerque, NM 87102
You may not expect to find an aquarium in the desert, but Albuquerque's got a big one. Brimming with sea life from the Gulf of Mexico, the 450,000-gallon aquarium shows the natural habitats of some fascinating creatures, such as moray eels, butterfly fish, parrotfish, and lobsters. A separate 285,000-gallon tank houses several types of sharks –...
Category: Parks & Attractions - Albuquerque Attractions & Activities
Address: 2005 North Plaza NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104
Constructed in 1793, this adobe church looks much as it did when it was originally built, and while it has undergone several renovations over the decades, it still retains the Southwestern feel and style of its origins. The church's history is quite interesting – for example, during the Civil War, after Albuquerque was recaptured from the...
Category: Parks & Attractions - Albuquerque Attractions & Activities
Address: 900 Girard Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
The smallest and most interesting branch of Albuquerque's library system is located in the former home of Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Ernie Pyle, who was killed by a Japanese sniper while overseas reporting on WWII. In addition to it's regular library collection, the branch also has a collection of Pyle memorabilia and writings.
Category: Parks & Attractions - Albuquerque Attractions & Activities
Address: 423 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Built in 1927, the KiMo is a beautiful Pueblo Deco style building originally built during the heyday of luxury theater construction as a movie palace and vaudeville stage (Vivian Vance – I Love Lucy's Ethel – got her start here). Used today as a performing arts venue, the theater has been fully restored to its original grandeur and is an...
Category: Parks & Attractions - Albuquerque Attractions & Activities
Address: 6001 Unser Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120
Comprised of over 7200 acres and with miles of trails, Petroglyph National Monument is a hiker's paradise. One of the world's greatest concentrations of rock art in the world – over 20,000 carved images – is reason enough for a visit, but the monument also includes hundreds of archaeological sites, five volcanic cones, and abundant wildlife. So...
Category: Parks & Attractions - Albuquerque Attractions & Activities
Address: 2601 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque Biological Park, Albuquerque, NM 87102
For a fascinating look at desert plants and habitats, a trip to the Rio Grande Botanic Garden is in order. Features include the desert and Mediterranean pavilions, and a seasonal Butterfly Pavilion with hundreds of free-flying butterflies and a wealth of the nectar-producing plants they love. The hugely (literally!) popular Children's Fantasy...
Rio Grande Nature Center State Park
Category: Parks & Attractions - Albuquerque Attractions & Activities
Address: 2901 Candelaria Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
This 270-acre park along the Rio Grande is wildlife sanctuary that is home to more than 260 species of birds. The best way to experience the park is to hike any of the numerous trails, but if time is short, check out the library at the nature center, where you'll find not only a wealth of books about the area and nature in general, but a fantastic...
Category: Parks & Attractions - Albuquerque Attractions & Activities
Address: 903 10th St SW, Albuquerque Biological Park, Albuquerque, NM 87104
Over 1000 animals call the Rio Grande Zoo home, including cheetahs, siamangs, elephants, seals, gators, many primates, and koalas. The reptile and amphibian house and the Tropical America buildings house all manner of snakes, frogs, tarantulas, and birds. From April-September, the zoo offers an array of special programs for both kids and adults,...
Category: Parks & Attractions - Albuquerque Attractions & Activities
Address: 10 Tramway Loop NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112
This 20-minute excursion is the world's longest aerial tram ride, and also one of the most breathtaking rides you may ever experience. Once at the top, you may like to ski, mountain bike, or just enjoy the view. There are restaurants at both the top and the bottom of the tramway. For two weeks each spring and fall, the tramway is closed for...
Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway
Category: Parks & Attractions - Albuquerque Attractions & Activities
Address: Rte 14, Albuquerque, NM
Follow the twisty, scenic back roads between Albuquerque and Santa Fe and see where early explorers sought gold and found turquoise. Abandoned mining towns, hills dotted with piñon, vast mountain vistas and rugged rock formations can be seen along this 52-mile drive that parallels Interstate 25. Follow I-40 east from Albuquerque to Tijeras – about...
