When kids think about an educational place to spend the day learning new things and acquiring knowledge, immediately the image of a boring day comes to mind.
Luckily, there are many educational places for kids in and around Albuquerque where children will learn and spend a day full of fun!
When kids enjoy themselves and have fun, it’s easier to engage them in what they are seeing. These places will do the job. Combining fun and learning, kids will not want to leave!
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1801 Mountain Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104, USA
Museum of Natural History and Science
Meet dinosaurs, discover New Mexico's wildlife, see a Mars Rover and discover the revolving temporary exhibits that show you there will always be something new to explore at the museum.2
1701 Mountain Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104, USA
Explora Science Center
Fun for all ages is what you will find at the Explora Science Center! The entire family is welcome to enjoy lifelong learning through fun hands-on activities.3
2601 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104, USA
ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden
Explore more than 1.5 miles of paths through formal and whimsical gardens designed to delight your senses.4
903 10th St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102, USA
ABQ BioPark Zoo
All ages will enjoy this place. A wonderful place for families to explore animals in their environment.5
2601 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104, USA
ABQ BioPark Aquarium
The Albuquerque BioPark consists of an Aquarium, a Zoo, Botanic Garden and Tingley Beach.6
87 W Frontage Rd, Edgewood, NM 87015, USA
Wildlife West Nature Park
Wildlife West Nature Park offers a great opportunity to see animals and plants that are part of the ecosystems of New Mexico and the Southwestern United States7
727 Carlsbad Cavern Hwy, Carlsbad, NM 88220, USA
Carlsbad Caverns
If you are looking to spend some time beholding incredible scenery, this is the place to visit.8
3198 State Rte 2001, Alamogordo, NM 88310, USA
New Mexico Museum of Space History
Is your kid interested in rockets, missiles, rockets, missiles and space technology and space technology? Then you will want your little ones to visit this place.9
202 San Felipe St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104, USA
American International Rattlesnake Museum
The Rattlesnake Museum is the perfect place for the whole family to enjoy an exciting and educational experience!10
500 University Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106, USA
Maxwell Museum of Anthropology
The Maxwell Museum of Anthropology is located on the University of New Mexico campus, and it features innovative exhibitions, educational programs, and public programs that are focused on the human story past, present, and future!11
2601 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104, USA
BUGarium
The BUGarium is an immersive exhibit that features insects, arachnids, and other amazing creatures!12
2401 12th St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104, USA
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
This is the perfect place to discover the history, culture, and art of the 19 Pueblos of New Mexico.13
1306 E College Blvd, Roswell, NM 88201, USA
Spring River Zoo
Visit the Spring River Zoo and get back in touch with the amazing planet that we live on!14
1504 Miehls Rd, Carlsbad, NM 88220, USA
Living Desert Zoo & Gardens
The Living Desert Zoo & Gardens is the perfect place to spend a family day outdoors in contact with nature.15
1321 N White Sands Blvd, Alamogordo, NM 88310, USA
Alameda Park Zoo
Founded in 1898 as a deer park to entertain train passengers while they were waiting for the train to refuel, nowadays the Alameda Park Zoo is home to nearly 300 animals and 90 species.16
303 Romero St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104, USA
Tours of Old Town
Embark on a 75 minute to 2 hours leisurely walking tour that will take you through the streets and alleys of one of the oldest towns in North America.17
303 Romero St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104, USA
Tours of Old Town
Embark on a 75 minute to 2 hours leisurely walking tour that will take you through the streets and alleys of one of the oldest towns in North America.18
6001 Unser Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120, USA
Petroglyph National Monument
Petroglyph National Monument protects one of the largest petroglyph sites in North America, featuring designs and symbols carved onto volcanic rocks.19
114 N Main St, Roswell, NM 88203, USA
