This zoo was a perfect afternoon getaway for us. It is very well maintained and offers lots of restrooms. We arrived right after a hail storm, close to closing time, so some of the animals were in for the evening. The staff were extremely friendly and answered all our questions; as I think we were the only people left walking around. I will definitely be back.
This zoo was so fun! There are a bit of renovations going on but I can just imagine how great they're going to be once their done. Some of the exhibits for the animals have some really cool features and all the animals were really active! Seeing the Hippo feeding was a neat experience!Visited onWeekendWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNot surePrice for adult entry$11–15
We're members of our local zoo which has reciprocal benefits with ABQ BioPark Zoo. Unfortunately, the ticket person didn't understand that the name of the zoo was not the same as the name of the city it's in. He told us that our zoo was not listed but fortunately some ABQ members behind us graciously brought us in as their guests today. ABQ BioPark is small so it's really only accessible by foot or wheelchair/scooter. There is no train or bus tour. There's no need for them and the paths are too small anyway. I didn't see many areas for visitors to rest. I would have liked to see more benches throughout the park. There are also no mirrors in the bathrooms I used, which I found a bit odd. I specifically went into the restroom to look at a scrape on my face from hitting a branch by accident. It was a shame I couldn't properly address my minor injury because of that. Most of the concession stands were also not open. I saw maybe one education session listed for the day. Besides those little hiccups, we enjoyed meeting all of the zoo inhabitants. We came at opening so most of the animals were active. The polar bears and tiger didn't make an appearance while we were visiting but we got to interact with all of the others. The chimps were especially energetic and tried to play with us on the other side of the enclosure. Unfortunately, the lions have been moved to a new zoo. As far as specimens go, I do feel like this zoo does lack in variety but it's very apparent that they care about all of their charges. All of the enclosures were clean, water and food bowls were full, the reptiles seemed to be adequately moist, etc. I felt like I was able to safely get close to all of the animals. I believe in ABQ BioPark Zoo and their mission. They are just capable of being better. There is quite a bit of construction so maybe my complaints are unjustified.
The Best Smelling Zoo I’ve ever been to. I don’t know how they do it, but this zoo did not smell like animals. Aside from that, this is a first class zoo, and the entrance price is only 14 dollars 10 if you live here which is crazy good. They have perhaps the best Pingüino enclosure which alone is worth the visit. But they also have other awesome animals like Elephants, Polar bears, Giraffes, a Tiger, Kangaroos, a giant snapping turtle, a Bald eagle, and many others. This zoo is really worth visiting and you can bring your children too.
This was a pretty nice zoo. The New Mexico desert aesthetic is really nice and they kept that up throughout the zoo. It's a little on the small side, and it gets Really Hot, but they designed it to offer an okay amount of shade cover over walk ways and it has free covered parking which is GREAT! I'd definitely recommend taking a sun umbrella and/or going first thing in the morning during warm months. I don't I would pay to come to JUST the zoo, but they make it easy to bundle with the botanical gardens and the aquarium which makes for a nice 5 hours or so of entertainment more if you get lunch in between or stop for dippin dots etc. Side note- the main parking lot, or at least what Google maps THINKS is the parking lot, is under construction so you're on your own to wiggle around and find the entrance.
The zoo is well worth the visit. We got tickets for both the zoo and aquarium. Probably could have skipped the aquarium. The zoo enclosures were well designed and the animals looked quite healthy and happy. The penguin exhibit is right in the center of the zoo, and very well designed. Cool to see them jump in the water and swimming all around the tank. The only downside to the place was the Asia area was mostly closed and under construction. Also several glass windows need cleaning. Specifically the polar bear exhibit and the penguin exhibit. The baby orangutan and baby gorillas a long with the Snow leopard were our favorites.
Albuquerque Zoo is absolutely one of my all-time favorite zoo experiences. From start to finish it is wonderful. There is plenty of parking at the front so you don't have to worry about battling anyone for a good spot. There is a huge variety of animals and educational opportunities. The penguin exhibit is breathtaking, such an awesome addition. So many animals on display and such awesome exhibits. Definitely a 10 out of 10 experience. I've been to quite a few zoos and always have taken my service dog with me. I will say I was a little shocked when I was not asked the two questions at the front. Especially considering that there are geese, swans and peacocks loose around the zoo. Since no one is checking the legitimacy of service dogs I would just be slightly concerned for the safety of other animals. Luckily we didn't see any random dogs in the zoo, but it's something the city should do better training on for the zoo location. Aside for some minor safety concerns in regards to ADA. There's truly is a wonderful Zoo to visit.
Went for my son's birthday, had a great time. Asia part of the zoo was closed for remodeling so we didn't get to see the elephants, lions, and tigers. They do serve beer but it's over $12 also they rent Wheelchairs for $10. The best part was being able to see the baby orangutan and gorilla!Visited onWeekdayWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedYesPrice for adult entry$16–20
There were plenty of shaded areas, water fountains, and restrooms throughout the park, making it convenient for visitors of all ages. On the positive side, the zoo’s location was convenient and easy to find. The ticket prices were reasonable, making it a budget-friendly option for families. I appreciated the variety of animal species on display, especially the native ones that showcased the region’s wildlife diversity. However, I couldn’t help but notice some issues with the zoo’s facilities and overall maintenance. Some enclosures appeared to be outdated and in need of renovation, which seemed less than ideal for the animals’ well-being. Additionally, there were a few exhibits where animals seemed visibly stressed or uninterested, raising concerns about their care and enrichment. Probably not worth a return trip but I believe it is worth seeing for first time visitors.
A fun trip for families or a first date. At this time 9/8/23, a lot of the animals areas are closed/coming soon and concessions are pretty expensive, but you can bring your own food/drinks if you'd rather save $13 on two slurpees. They have a great holiday light display in the winter, and they serve alcohol--- easy to spot the animals most of the time but not guaranteed
