Botanic Garden
Welcome to the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden
Explore more than 1.5 miles of paths through formal and whimsical gardens designed to delight your senses.
The Travel Channel cites ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden as one of the top 12 in the country!
Temporary Early Closure for River of Lights 2018
Starting December 7, the Botanic Garden will close at 4 p.m. daily to prepare for the facility’s nightly River of Lights event. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. The Aquarium will remain open until 5 p.m. We hope you’ll join us at River of Lights!
Upcoming Events
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Latest BioPark News
A Little Chaos Mixed with a Little Bit of Mayhem
Two of the BioPark’s newest residents are otterly amazing.
ABQ BioPark Zoo breaks ground on Penguin Chill
New major exhibit to feature 3 penguin species.
ABQ BioPark’s Most Romantic: Faces
Some of Zoo’s animals know how to turn up the heat.
ABQ BioPark’s Most Romantic: Places
Grab a date and get cozy at the BioPark.
Spring and Francis Go to Africa
ABQ BioPark’s capybara siblings getting accustomed to their new habitat.
Training Zoo Animals
ABQ BioPark zookeepers are also expert trainers who use their bonds to improve animal healthcare.
Training with Reptiles
Zookeepers target train crocodiles, move Komodo dragons using bells and whistles.
5 Fast Facts About Cheetahs
Test your cheetah knowledge.
Whole Life Care
The ABQ BioPark’s commitment to animals extends into their golden years.
For the Love of the Bugs
New Botanic Garden BUGarium curator brings a passion for arthropods to his work.
5 Fast Facts About Komodo Dragons
Test your dragon knowledge.
Breaking Through
ABQ BioPark’s third trip to the Abidjan Zoo highlights advancements in the multi-national partnership.
ABQ BioPark Gives Thanks
From new babies to conservation, the BioPark has a lot to be thankful for this year.
ABQ BioPark’s Crocodiles (and Gators) Rock!
Learn more about the Zoo’s four crocodilian species.
Step into the Past
The Botanic Garden’s Heritage Farm Gives Visitors a Chance to Experience the Almost-Lost Art of Heritage Farming.
Coming into their Own
The ABQ BioPark Zoo's male elephants Albert and Samson are growing up.
Below the Surface
ABQ BioPark water quality crew dives to keep animals—and their living environment—healthy.
Shining Stars
ABQ BioPark’s Animal Encounters Show lets animals display their natural behaviors, gives them a second chance.
A Special Gorilla
The ABQ BioPark Zoo’s “little orphan” gorilla has come full circle as she enters her senior years.
BioPark Blitz
Make the most of the zoo by hitting up afternoon feedings one by one—here’s the most efficient way for you to get it all in.
Adorable Swimming Animals at the Zoo
It's hot outside, but the ABQ BioPark Zoo's residents know how to keep it cool for the summer.
BioPark Experience: Children’s Fantasy Garden
Encounter dragons and more in this larger-than-life garden.
Small, brown and magical
ABQ BioPark looking to breed little-known mountaintop dwelling salamanders
Like a Rock
Howler monkey father offers patience and protection to his small family
Jasmine’s World
Mexican gray wolf spends her golden years at the ABQ BioPark
Happy Mother’s Day to our Zoo Moms!
The ABQ BioPark Zoo has some fantastic mothers. Check out what these Zoo mothers are doing to prepare their young ones to become adults.
ABQ BioPark Zoo's Fastest Animals
These animals can easily outrun even the fastest Run for the Zoo competitors.
Garden Veteran
Long-time gardener, Vietnam vet finds solace by helping keep the Botanic Garden healthy and green
Master of Disguise
It’s a branch…it’s an owl…no, it’s a tawny frogmouth!
Great Gorillas
BioPark’s gorillas include orphans, surrogate moms, adolescents trying to “figure it out”