Albuquerque Biological Park

The Albuquerque Biological Park is the Albuquerque Aquarium, Rio Grande Botanic Garden, Rio Grande Zoo and Tingley Beach.  Our mission is to provide the public with exciting recreational opportunities and to foster environmental awareness, education and stewardship.  

 

Notice to the public:

The main Zoo parking lot on 10th between Stover and Atlantic is undergoing renovation and may be closed from time to time. The south parking lot will remain open for visitors.

What's Happening This Month!

Summer Programs and Camp BioPark 2008

Train Schedules (Trains do not operate on Mondays.)

 

Location

Hours of Operation

Admission Information - ONLINE TICKET SALES NOW AVAILABLE!

 

For Persons with Disabilities

Albuquerque BioPark FAQs

Institutional Memberships

 

 

Worried about the Earth? Become part of the solution!

The BioPark seeks volunteers who are interested in making a difference this summer!

Volunteers have the chance to explore areas of interest, such as marine biology, horticulture and zoology, while meeting new people and helping teach our visitors about the little things they can do daily to make a big difference for our environment.

Learn more about the eight volunteer positions available at the Summer Volunteer Orientation on Saturday, May 17.

 

Leap into conservation!

Croak! Peep! Ribbit! The toads and frogs have begun their evening songs. During 2008, humans are joining the chorus as we celebrate the Year of the Frog. Across the globe, people who value amphibians and biodiversity are working together to raise awareness about severe declines in amphibian populations. They are also spreading the word about what each of us can do to help stop frog extinctions. Find out more about amphibian activities at the BioPark.

 

Help create a more sustainable city!

With our mission in mind, the BioPark would like to encourage visitors to learn more about conservation and sustainability. Does planting a tree or garden affect the climate? Does riding a bike or bus? What are the effects of recycling and water conservation? Visit the City of Albuquerque's Sustainability webpage for information about Albuquerque's conservation efforts.

 

 

 

 

Location

Albuquerque Aquarium and Rio Grande Botanic Garden, 2601 Central Ave. NW at the intersection of Central and New York Avenues, just east of the Central Avenue bridge over the Rio Grande.
Interactive map from Mapquest

 

Rio Grande Zoo, 903 Tenth St. SW, a few blocks south of Lead & Coal.

Interactive map from Mapquest

 

Tingley Beach, 1800 Tingley Drive, just south of Central Avenue.

Interactive Map from Mapquest

 

For Persons with Disabilities

If you have a disability and require special assistance when you visit the BioPark, please call (505) 768-2000 or 311 (Relay NM or 711), preferably with three days advance notice.

 

Institutional Memberships

The Rio Grande Botanic Garden is an institutional member of the American Public Gardens Association. APGA members are committed to excellence in horticultural display, education, research and plant conservation.

 

 

The Albuquerque Biological Park is accredited by the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA). Look for the AZA logo whenever you visit a zoo or aquarium as your assurance that you are supporting a facility dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for you and a better future for all living things. With its more than 200 accredited members, AZA is a leader in global wildlife conservation and your link to helping animals in their native habitats.

 

The Albuquerque Biological Park is a member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums whose mission is to guide, encourage and support the zoos, aquariums, and like-minded organizations of the world in animal care and welfare, environmental education and global conservation.