Visitor Information

Visitor Information

Explora is an innovative experiential learning center located in the heart of Old Town Albuquerque.

Explora is an innovative experiential learning center located in the heart of Old Town Albuquerque.

We offer over 250 interactive exhibits and activities in science, technology, engineering, math, and art for the whole family.

Visit Us Today!

Explora is open weekly Tuesday-Sunday from 10:00am-5:00pm. On Wednesday, we are open one hour early from 9:00-10:00am for "Toddler Time." This is a reserved timeslot for our youngest visitors to explore. Explora will now be open on holidays that fall on a Monday. Otherwise, we will be closed on Mondays for cleaning and maintenance. Please see "Hours of Operations" for holiday and special hours.

To visit Explora, you can purchase tickets at the door or ahead of time online. We strongly encourage buying your tickets online in advance. This recommendation is due to the ongoing construction of our new teen center, X Studio, which will be completed in late 2022! We want to optimize your experience and avoid long lines by the noise. Tickets will be available to reserve up to 10 days in advance. You can reserve using this link or the button below. If you have any issues with the website, please call us at 505-600-6072.

To book a group or school field trip please email reservations@explora.us or call the reservations line directly at (505) 600-6734.

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We are working hard to keep you and our staff safe! Please visit our Covid Safety page to learn more.

Hours of Operation

Monday

Closed (except for holiday Mondays)

Tuesday-Sunday

10:00am-5:00pm

Wednesday: Toddler Time

9:00am-10:00am

Holiday and Special Hours 

Explora is CLOSED on January 1, July 4, the week after Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and December 25. We close early at 2 pm on December 24 and 31.

Admission

Explora Members: Free
Children (ages 1-11): $6
Children under age 1: Free
Adults (ages 12-64): $10
Seniors (age 65+, with ID): $7
Students or Military (with ID): $7

Contact Explora

If you require special assistance to enjoy Explora, please contact us before your next visit.
(505) 600-6072

explora@explora.us

Hours of Operation

Monday

Closed (except for holiday Mondays)

Tuesday-Sunday

10:00am-5:00pm

Wednesday: Toddler Time

9:00am-10:00am

Holiday and Special Hours

Explora is CLOSED on January 1, July 4, the week after Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and December 25. We close early at 2 pm on December 24 and 31. 

Admission

Explora Members: Free
Children (ages 1-11): $6
Children under age 1: Free
Adults (ages 12-64): $10
Seniors (age 65+, with ID): $7
Students or Military (with ID): $7

Contact Explora

If you require special assistance to enjoy Explora, please contact us before your next visit.

(505) 600-6072

explora@explora.us

Reserve Your Tickets

We offer over 250 interactive exhibits and activities in science, technology, engineering, math, and art for the whole family.

Visit Us Today!

Explora is open weekly Tuesday-Sunday from 10:00am-5:00pm. On Wednesday's we are open one hour early from 9:00-10:00am for "Toddler Time". This is a reserved time space for our youngest visitors to explore. Explora will now be open on holidays that fall on a Monday. Otherwise we will continue to be closed on Mondays for cleaning and maintenance. Please see "Hours of Operations" for holiday and special hours.

To visit Explora you can purchase tickets ahead of time online, or at the door. Please call us at 505-600-6072 with any questions or concerns, or check out "Visitor Information" for our full hours of operations.

 This requirement is due to our ongoing construction of our new teen center X Studio that will be completed in late 2021! We want to optimize your experience and avoid long lines by the noise. Tickets will be available to reserve up to 10 days in advance. You can reserve using this link or the button below. If you have any issues with the website please call us at 505-600-6072.

To book a group or school field trip please email reservations@explora.us or call the reservations line directly at (505) 600-6734.

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We are working hard to keep you and our staff safe! Please visit our Covid Safety page to learn more.

Visitor Resources, Educational Programs, more!

Participate in our educational programs, including Camps, Educational Programs for Pre-K – 8th Graders, Field Trips, and Outreach. Learn more on our programs page. 

Find unusual and unique gifts at Ideas, the Store at Explora, to inspire the imagination and challenge the brain! Visit our store here. 

Upcoming Events

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Area Activities

Explora is located in the heart of Albuquerque’s historic Old Town district. A trip to Explora can be combined with a day of historic visits and shopping in Old Town. Several other museums are nearby: The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science and The Albuquerque Museum of Art and History. The Albuquerque Biopark (zoo, aquarium, botanic garden, Tingley Beach) is also close.

1701 Mountain Road NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104