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New Mexico Museum of Natural History and SciencevsExplora Science Center and Children's Museum
Both are praised by expert reviewers. Overall, New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science ranks significantly higher than Explora Science Center and Children's Museum of Albuquerque. New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science has a TripExpert Score of 92 with endorsements from 5 sources like Frommer's, Michelin Guide and Afar Magazine.
New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine
1801 Mountain Rd. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104
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Frommer's "A trip through this museum will take you through 12 billion years of natural history, from the formation of the universe to the present day." Full review
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Be sure to check out the museum's Planetarium.
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Dinosaur-mad kids are certain to love this huge modern museum." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Four blocks north and east of the Old Town plaza, this lively museum offers a ramble through geologic time, from the formation of the universe to modern times." Full review
Afar Magazine "This popular museum showcases a permanent exhibit of all things dinosaurs including rare finds and Jurassic era life-size replicas." Full review
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Don't miss "Enchanted Skies," a very cool look at constellations, planets and the far, deep sky.
Explora Science Center and Children's Museum Frommer's Lonely Planet
Fodor's Afar Magazine
1701 Mountain Road NW, Albuquerque, NM 87110
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Frommer's "As a center for lifelong learning, Explora houses more than 250 hands-on transactive exhibits in science, technology, and art." Full review
Lonely Planet "From the lofty high-wire bike to the mind-boggling Light, Shadow, Color area, this gung-ho museum holds a hands-on exhibit for every type of child (don't miss the elevator)." Full review
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From the lofty high-wire bike to the leaping waters to the arts-and-crafts workshop, there's a hands-on exhibit for every type of child (don't miss the elevator).
Fodor's "This imaginatively executed science museum—its driving concept is "Ideas You Can Touch"—is right across from the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science." Full review
Afar Magazine "Here's one for your Albuquerque bucket list: riding the aerial bike along a second-story wire at Explora." Full review
