Sadhya Albuquerque is the most populous city in New Mexico. It provides visitors with an authentic American Southwest experience with a long list of activities to satisfy all preferences.
Albuquerque hosts the world’s largest hot air balloon festival, attracting audiences of over 90000 people. The stunning mass rise of hot air balloons kicks off this nine-day festival, which continues with remarkable displays of coordinated ballooning and evening exhibitions.
If you go in October, don’t miss the world’s largest hot-air balloon festival!
Other fascinating activities include the Sandia peak tramway, the ABQ bio park, which includes an aquarium, botanical garden, and zoo, tours of dozens of wineries and craft breweries, and enjoying traditional New Mexico food.
Top Things to Do and See in Albuquerque
Here are some top destinations in Albuquerque to put on your itinerary!
The Best Time To Visit
New Mexico has snow in the winter and hot, dry summers, so the best months to visit are March-June or September-November. If you go in the fall, it will be less crowded because it is a less popular time for tourists.
Sandia Peak Tramway
The Sandia Peak Tramway is the world’s third-longest aerial tramway. The views are breathtaking, with panoramic views of Albuquerque and beyond. Each cable car can transport up to 50 people to the summit. It is amazing to see the Rio Grande Valley from the 10,378-foot summit!!
Address: 30 Tramway Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87122, United States
ABQ BioPark – Botanical Garden & Zoo
BioPark Botanic Garden in Albuquerque is part of the Bio Park which includes a zoo and an aquarium. The botanic garden has more than one and a half miles of paths through a beautiful garden designed to delight your senses. It is so beautiful and peaceful.
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
You can find out more about Pueblo culture from the past to the present in the museum and exhibition galleries. The outdoor live performances by various Pueblo tribes are part of this Center. The tribal “music” and authentic clothing are enchanting.
They have a popular restaurant at the center called “Indian Pueblo Kitchen”. Their native recipes are delicious!
Old Town
The historic old town is one of the popular spots in Albuquerque. Old adobe homes and the predominance of earth tones in the area around Old Town are evidence of earlier architectural styles.
The narrow streets and century-old adobe houses of Old Town are home to more than 100 shops selling pottery, jewelry, rugs, galleries, and New Mexican restaurants. The 18th-century San Felipe de Neri Church and The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science are nearby.
Petroglyph National Monument
There are 3 petroglyphs viewing trails, Boca Negra Canyon, Rinconada, and Piedras Marcadas trail. Walking along Piedras Marcada Canyon you will see up to 400 petroglyphs. The trail length is about 1.5 miles round trip and the trail is unpaved. It is easy to walk around.
These fascinating symbols, images, and markings were carved into the volcanic rock by both early Spanish settlers and Ancestral Pueblo peoples and are remarkably well-preserved for the most part. Large clusters of them may be discovered at Piedras Marcadas and Boca Negra Canyon, dating back around 3,000 years. Furthermore, the monument’s numerous trails lead you past beautiful scenery and viewpoints.
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
There are many festivals held throughout the year if you can plan your trip around a special local event. Albuquerque hosts one of the world’s largest hot-air balloon festivals. The skies over Albuquerque are vividly painted for nine days in October as colorful balloons take off from Balloon Fiesta Park. Please visit BalloonFiesta.com for the most up-to-date information about the schedule.
New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science
The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science is located near Old Town Albuquerque in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The Museum was established in 1986.
The exhibits flow well, and the time passes quickly. The exhibits’ chronological order made the content much easier to follow. The museum has wonderful artifacts, a chocolate display, numerous interactive exhibits, and various types of fossils. Here you can also see an IMAX movie and a planetarium show.
Address: 1801 Mountain Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104, United States
San Felipe de Neri Church
The San Felipe de Neri Church is a historic Catholic church in Albuquerque, New Mexico, located on the north side of Old Town Plaza. Built in 1793, it is one of the city’s oldest surviving buildings and the only structure in Old Town proven to date from the Spanish colonial period.
There is no admission charge to visit this historic church in downtown Albuquerque, though parking in the Old Town lot costs $1. They hold mass every Sunday and offer a variety of activities and extra services during the holidays.
Address: 2005 N Plaza St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104, United States
Albuquerque Museum
The Albuquerque Museum is a public art and history museum in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It was formerly known as the Albuquerque Museum of Art and History.
This great museum provides a wonderful collection of local history with interesting exhibits, a very nice art collection, and rotating exhibitions. The museum has very affordable entry fees and a lovely gift shop, which sweeten the experience. Parking is free with museum admission.
Address: 2000 Mountain Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104, United States
Casa Rondena Winery
This is an excellent place to come if you want a charming small retreat from the bustling life of the city as well as to taste good wine. They have an open seating area to enjoy their selection of wine and snacks. We walked around the vineyard and it is a wonderful place to have a peaceful time.
The lovely estate also serves as a cultural hub in the area, hosting a number of cultural events and festivals throughout the year.
Address: 733 Chavez Rd, Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, NM 87107, United States
American International Rattlesnake Museum 🐍
American International Rattlesnake Museum has many different kinds of live rattlesnakes! If you love snakes then this is an Excellent museum with one of the largest collections of hybrid rattlesnakes. Although it isn’t very big, it is jam-packed with snakes and exhibits.
There are numerous terrariums filled with snakes, scorpions, lizards, and tarantulas in this interesting location, along with display cases filled with herpetologically related items like snake bite kits, bottles of snake oil, liquors with reptile labels, vintage books, etc.
Address: 202 San Felipe St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104, United States
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