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    Albuquerque Biological Park

    4.8 (24 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Daniel D.

    It's been awhile since I've been to the bio park. I wanna say the last time I went may have been pre Covid. Crazy to think how long ago that was. The bio park is very unique. With an amazing array of different style gardens housed between so much space it's a beautiful site especially when you reach the pond behind the Asian garden. I think my only disappointment was the fact that several sections were blocked off for construction. If it wasn't for that it would've been a much better experience. Although the aquarium is nice with plenty of fish to see I feel like you can easily walk through it in 10 minutes. Other than that it's a neat experience to see at least once. It's really unique to see the river of lights hosted at the bio park every year. Definitely recommend if you're looking for somewhere to explore with the kids or a date (when it's cooler).

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    Heather B.

    This is a good aquarium for its size. Good focus an regional fish and habitats, with crowd pleasing otters and sharks included. There's a fun underwater visitor path that takes us beneath a large aquarium. Kids went bonkers in there! The day I toured, there were many children groups in attendance.  They loved each exhibit, so long as the aquatic life was moving, of course! I heard laughing, screams, "wooooow"s, and "look at that!" over and over. There's a good message of recycling to help save our rivers and oceans, thereby saving the aquatic life. I really liked that. This aquarium is easily done under 2 hours without children and not stopping to eat in the Cafe. The $14.50 out of state admission was reasonable for this experience.

    There's a porcupine up there. Watch out below! Falling quills & poop! LOL you don't see that everyday!
    LaLa G.

    Always a fun day when we visit the bio park. The workers and volunteers are always so friendly and have interesting stories to share. It was a nice break from the norm and was nice unplanned visit. We were glad there were tickets available for a family of 6 for a spontaneous visit. The scenery throughout is inspiring.

    Cactus greenhouse
    Leslie D.

    This park was one of the highlights of our Albuquerque stay. The park features an aquarium, butterfly garden, insect building, and botanical gardens. Plan to spend several hours here- the park is large and there's a lot to see. This was one of my favorite botanical gardens I've visited so far.

    River of Lights
    Kathy V.

    Came here for 2014 River of Lights while in town visiting family. It was kind of amazing! The light displays were awesome and impressive. Plenty of little hot cocoa stands...and a few that offered some alcoholic add-ons :-) We had a great time!

    Felicia B.

    Kids love walking around and looking at all the flowers and enjoying the aquarium to see all the fish and sharks I highly recommend Geoff the yearly pass didn't even know they had one until I got something in the mail

    Noelle L.

    This made for such a fun day! We got the combo ticket with the aquarium, zoo, train, and botanical garden. It was amazing! Kept kids ages 10-21 busy and entertained. Everybody was happy and tired by the end of the day.

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    Beware of road construction on Central west bound. Hopefully, this situation has changed since I started this review.

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    We love going over there as much as we can! The scenery is breath taking n the kid zone so beautiful n artistic!

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    Nob Hill - Taste of Nob Hill May 2022

    Nob Hill

    (18 reviews)

    Nob Hill

    Keep Albuquerque Quirky! This is a weird arts district for ABQ. This is where the free thinkers,…read morethe forward looking populace expresses their local flavor, their nuances of culture that makes ABQ unique. There's all kinds of great murals, public works of art, and awesome shops to check out up in here. It's right down the way on Route 66 from University of New Mexico, so it's a younger, hip crowd that goes here for local grub, shopping, and events. You're sure to find all kinds of old Route 66 memorabilia, or stuff made by local artisans. It's all small local businesses, there are no chains around here as far as I know. You're sure to find some cool foreign grub, a nice tattoo parlor, or a kitschy gift shop that focuses on Abq pride. Parking can be challenging- keep an eye out for private lots or the back streets off of Central Ave.

    Nob Hill has always been one of my favorite neighborhoods in Albuquerque. It has a plethora of…read moreunique shops and fantastic restaurants - including a variety of sushi places. It tends to be a little more looked over by the tourists and is host to a lot of students which makes for a fun combination of cutting edge and culture. My favorite place to grab a bite to eat would have to be Sushi and Sake - you can't beat the all you can eat sushi - and the Olo Yogurt Studio has incredible locally made frozen yogurt! Boba Tea is a local hit for a reason and should not be overlooked. The AuxDog Theater has great shows and independent Guild Cinema is always a treat, showing hard to find films with really great popcorn! If you want that cool city vibe of walking the street and strolling into shops and checking out menus for the restaurants, Nob Hill is that place.

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    Spaceship UFO House

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    Nob Hill

    Simply stunning, just park on the road and wander around the outside. Unique, imaginative and…read morecool. The Spaceship Ufo House, is a distinctive landmark known for its futuristic design resembling a flying saucer. This privately owned residence stands out with its circular shape and unique decor that reflects a sci-fi theme. Constructed in the 1970s, it has become a popular point of interest for visitors intrigued by its unusual architecture. We need more of this and fortunately New Mexico can deliver.

    This is an odd and unique attraction. The house does resemble a spaceship or something futuristic…read more It is a peculiar site. It is a 2 bedroom, 3 bath, 3,686 square foot home that was built in 1984 It is an actual house that is currently being lived in, so you cannot go inside and should be respectable of the occupants. You can still get a decent view of the property from the sidewalk and you will find parking right in front of the house on the street. It was the home of artist Bart Prince, who designed it and the accompanying art and not only served as his residence, but his studio too. You will also find some eclectic sculptures scattered around the grounds. This neat little house was sold in 2022 and I have seen it posted as an Air B & B recently. That would be a cool place to stay in, but I am not sure ablout living here, with all of the attention and tourist coming through. This place is a Albuquerque landmark. The abstract metal sculptures that are out front and just behind the fence are as interesting as the house. You will even see a dinosaur. If you are a road tripper, this should definitely be on you to see list if you are in Albuquerque. Anyway, as with most attractions that I have visited and reviewed, this is not a long stop. I was there less than 5 minutes. So, you may want to consider planning out additional stops at many of the other attractions in the area, such as the Big Red Arrow, or making this stop part of a larger itinerary to maximize your time and trip.

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    Giant Red Arrow

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    The red arrow is in the parking lot across the road from Whole Foods. A great photo op while you…read morepick up your costume from Spirit Halloween. be nice if there was a little step so you could sit on the platform and hug the arrow. Another fun pop culture stop to mix in with your history and nature stops.

    You will find this gigantic red arrow, with its tip to the ground in a busy Whole Foods Parking…read morelot. It is an Albuquerque staple and a part of the city's culture. It could maybe use a fresh coat of paint, but it is still considerably in great shape since it has been there since 1961. Back then the shopping plaza was named Indiana Plaza. The arrow stands about 20 feet tall and looks like it was shoot into the stone base on which its sits. If the arrow does not already draw enough attention, it use to have neon lighting. However, it was too expensive to maintain so they scrapped it. Another interesting note is that in 1980, some of the plaza's tenants looked to add a few parking spots, which is premium in that location, by ripping out the arrow. The arrow was given landmark status though and it remains in it location today. There is an urban legend that the arrow ended up there by Lil' Beaver, the Indian sidekick of Red Ryder, the cowboy of TV, movie and comic strip fame, using a giant bow to shoot the arrow into an awaiting patch of soft concrete. I love the story and the hype, but I seriously doubt that it is true. I was able to pull into that same parking lot, park, get out and take a closer look. It was very easy. Anyway, as with most attractions that I have visited and reviewed, this is not a long stop. I was there less than 5 minutes. So, you may want to consider planning out additional stops at many of the other attractions in the area, such as the space ship house or making this stop part of a larger itinerary to maximize your time and trip.

    Albuquerque Biological Park - landmarks - Updated May 2026

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