Come monkey around at the ABQ BioPark Zoo. Hang around with gorillas and orangutans. Chill with the Zoo's polar bears at Inukshuk Bay. Founded on the banks of the Rio Grande River in 1927, the 64-acre zoo attraction is home to a jungle full of exotic and native animals, along with the Botanic Garden, Albuquerque Aquarium, and Tingley Beach.
Explore the science playground at Explora Science Center and Children's Museum, where you will find more than 250 interactive exhibits and activities in science, technology, engineering, art, and math, suitable for the whole family. From mind-boggling activities to illusions to computer-generated art, there's something for everyone. Located in the heart of Old Town Albuquerque, Explora is an innovative experiential learning center that creates opportunities for inspirational discovery and the joy of lifelong learning through interactive experiences. It's one of the best places for parents to have a great time with their children while learning something new.