Timeline
17:39
Grab a coffee or light snack at El Paisa Taqueria. It is open from 08:00 to 22:00, so it is ready for you well before the evening rush.
18:59
Walk 7 minutes from the taqueria to the ABQ BioPark Zoo. Find a spot near the viewing areas facing WSW. The zoo is open until sunset, giving you time to settle in.
19:39
Watch the sun set toward the WNW. On this date, golden light begins around 19:05 and the sun dips below the horizon at 19:39. The view from the zoo offers a clear line of sight to the western sky.
19:59
End your evening with a short 30-minute walk to Rio Grande Valley State Park. It is located to the west, keeping you in the direction of the setting sun. Stroll through the bosque as the light fades.
Local tip
The zoo and park are part of the same biological park system, making the transition between them easy. Check the zoo hours if visiting on a holiday, as they can vary.
Check before you go
- El Paisa Taqueria is open Mo-Su 08:00-22:00.
- The ABQ BioPark Zoo is open until sunset.
- Sunset on 15 April 2027 is at 19:39 local time.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Albuquerque (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).