ABQ BioPark Zoo
Zoo City zoo featuring regional and exotic species displays
Albuquerque’s ABQ BioPark Zoo forms part of the city’s BioPark complex, featuring regional and exotic animal exhibits alongside an on-site aquarium and botanical garden. Families visit for animal encounters, educational programs and seasonal events.
The ABQ BioPark Zoo is a zoological park in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and is one component of the city-run ABQ BioPark complex that also includes an aquarium and a botanic garden. It functions as the municipal zoo and public animal-education facility for Albuquerque.
Exhibit areas present a range of mammals, birds, reptiles and other species in habitat-style enclosures, alongside educational signage and programs for schools and families. The zoo is used for conservation, public education, and seasonal events rather than as a research-only facility.
The facility is operated as part of the City of Albuquerque’s BioPark system. Over time it has been developed to include modernized exhibits and visitor facilities alongside outreach and education programming.
The zoo sits within Albuquerque, New Mexico, as part of the larger ABQ BioPark campus. The complex is centrally located in the city and serves residents and regional visitors.
- BioPark complex: Part of the larger ABQ BioPark complex that also includes the Aquarium and the Botanic Garden.
- Visiting tip: Morning is often the best time to see animal activity; the zoo runs education programs and seasonal events throughout the year.
How to Get to ABQ BioPark Zoo #
The ABQ BioPark Zoo is on the Albuquerque BioPark campus near Old Town and the Rio Grande. From downtown, take Rio Grande Blvd SW southbound or use public transit routes that serve the Zoo/Botanic Garden area. Paid parking is available on-site.
Tips for Visiting ABQ BioPark Zoo #
- Arrive early (open at 9am) to see animals at feeding time and to avoid midday crowds.
- Combine the zoo visit with the ABQ BioPark Aquarium and Botanic Garden-same campus and combined tickets save money.
- Use on-site tram or free shuttle that links the facilities on busy days.
Best Time to Visit ABQ BioPark Zoo #
Spring and autumn are the easiest seasons for a comfortable visit to ABQ BioPark Zoo; summer can be hot and animals rest more in shaded areas.
Weather & Climate near ABQ BioPark Zoo #
ABQ BioPark Zoo's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 34°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 10°C and lows of -5°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of -3°C. The driest month with just 10 mm.
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March
March is cold with highs of 17°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is cool with highs of 27°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is mild with highs of 32°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 34°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with 44 mm of rain.
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September
September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -5°C. Light rainfall.
