Explore New Mexico
Sightseeing
One of the world's great natural wonders - the glistening white sands of New Mexico. Giant dunes of pure white gypsum sand covering 275 square miles of desert, creating the world's largest gypsum dunefield. Go on a hike or sled down the dunes. Your pictures will look like you are standing in snow!
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White Sands National Monument
One of the world's great natural wonders - the glistening white sands of New Mexico. Giant dunes of pure white gypsum sand covering 275 square miles of desert, creating the world's largest gypsum dunefield. Go on a hike or sled down the dunes. Your pictures will look like you are standing in snow!
Petroglyph National Monument protects one of the largest petroglyph sites in North America, featuring designs and symbols carved onto volcanic rocks by Native Americans and Spanish settlers 400 to 700 years ago. Look for more than 400 rock carvings on a 1.5 mile self guided hike.
135 locals recommend
Petroglyph National Monument
Western Trail NorthwestPetroglyph National Monument protects one of the largest petroglyph sites in North America, featuring designs and symbols carved onto volcanic rocks by Native Americans and Spanish settlers 400 to 700 years ago. Look for more than 400 rock carvings on a 1.5 mile self guided hike.
The Albuquerque Museum is dedicated to preserving the art of the American Southwest and the history of Albuquerque and New Mexico. The museum features art of the Southwest and more than 400 years of Albuquerque history.
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Albuquerque Museum
2000 Mountain Rd NWThe Albuquerque Museum is dedicated to preserving the art of the American Southwest and the history of Albuquerque and New Mexico. The museum features art of the Southwest and more than 400 years of Albuquerque history.
Sandia Peak Tramway, the longest aerial tramway in the United States, stretches from the northeast edge Albuquerque to the crestline of the Sandia Mountains. A trip on the 2.7 mile-long tramway offers breathtaking views of Albuquerque and the New Mexico countryside, including deep canyons and stunning terrain of the Sandia Mountains within the Cibola National Forest. Atop the Sandia Peak, sightseers have the opportunity to enjoy panoramic views of the Rio Grande Valley from an observation deck as well as to explore miles of hiking and mountain biking trails.
502 locals recommend
Sandia Peak Tramway
30 Tramway Rd NESandia Peak Tramway, the longest aerial tramway in the United States, stretches from the northeast edge Albuquerque to the crestline of the Sandia Mountains. A trip on the 2.7 mile-long tramway offers breathtaking views of Albuquerque and the New Mexico countryside, including deep canyons and stunning terrain of the Sandia Mountains within the Cibola National Forest. Atop the Sandia Peak, sightseers have the opportunity to enjoy panoramic views of the Rio Grande Valley from an observation deck as well as to explore miles of hiking and mountain biking trails.
The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center showcases the artifacts and history of traditional Pueblo cultures and their contemporary art. The center is best known for its collection of Pueblo pottery and murals, and houses more than 20 murals and 2,500 pieces pottery, jewelry, baskets, textiles, archeological artifacts, paintings, photographs, and prints. The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center also offers traditional Native American dances every Saturday and Sunday.
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Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
2401 12th St NWThe Indian Pueblo Cultural Center showcases the artifacts and history of traditional Pueblo cultures and their contemporary art. The center is best known for its collection of Pueblo pottery and murals, and houses more than 20 murals and 2,500 pieces pottery, jewelry, baskets, textiles, archeological artifacts, paintings, photographs, and prints. The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center also offers traditional Native American dances every Saturday and Sunday.
Visiting Old Town? It also has the world’s largest collection of different rattlesnake species. The animal conservation museum boasts live displays of 34 species, from albino snakes to a Gila Monster.
rattlesnake museum
Visiting Old Town? It also has the world’s largest collection of different rattlesnake species. The animal conservation museum boasts live displays of 34 species, from albino snakes to a Gila Monster.
It is a national repository of information about the Atomic Age. The museum showcases exhibits and educational programs about nuclear history and science. This includes the historic, scientific, and cultural aspects of the Atomic Age. Permanent exhibits focus on early pioneers of the atom, World War II, the world of espionage, and the design and testing of the world’s first atomic bomb.
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The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History
601 Eubank Blvd SEIt is a national repository of information about the Atomic Age. The museum showcases exhibits and educational programs about nuclear history and science. This includes the historic, scientific, and cultural aspects of the Atomic Age. Permanent exhibits focus on early pioneers of the atom, World War II, the world of espionage, and the design and testing of the world’s first atomic bomb.
For nine days, over 500 colorful hot air balloons ascend above the city each morning. The spectacular event is the largest balloon festival in the world. It is truly a must-see attraction for anyone visiting Albuquerque. Not comming in October? The museum is open year round.
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Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
4401 Alameda Blvd NEFor nine days, over 500 colorful hot air balloons ascend above the city each morning. The spectacular event is the largest balloon festival in the world. It is truly a must-see attraction for anyone visiting Albuquerque. Not comming in October? The museum is open year round.
About 2 hours from Albuquerque Roswell is famous for aliens, Area 51, and UFO encounters. Even the local McDonald’s looks like a flying saucer.
20 locals recommend
Roswell
About 2 hours from Albuquerque Roswell is famous for aliens, Area 51, and UFO encounters. Even the local McDonald’s looks like a flying saucer.
Miles of underground caves. Paved, guided walking tours through part of the cave. If you visit at the right time of the year, you can even watch bat migrations with thousands and thousands of bats taking flight in the night sky at the same moment.
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Carlsbad Caverns National Park
Miles of underground caves. Paved, guided walking tours through part of the cave. If you visit at the right time of the year, you can even watch bat migrations with thousands and thousands of bats taking flight in the night sky at the same moment.
It is mind blowing that in 100 degree weather just a short walk down some stairs there is a frozen pond in the middle of the desert.
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Ice Cave and Bandera Volcano
12000 Ice Caves RdIt is mind blowing that in 100 degree weather just a short walk down some stairs there is a frozen pond in the middle of the desert.
Take a scenic train ride through rolling hills and gentle, mist-filled mountains. It has several glass gondolas that serve as observation decks for travelers to watch the scenery roll by.
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Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad Antonito Depot
5234 US Hwy 285Take a scenic train ride through rolling hills and gentle, mist-filled mountains. It has several glass gondolas that serve as observation decks for travelers to watch the scenery roll by.
Difficult to explain, great for kids, this museum has coin operated elaborate, moving and singing dioramas and antique toys.
58 locals recommend
Tinkertown Museum
121 Sandia Crest RdDifficult to explain, great for kids, this museum has coin operated elaborate, moving and singing dioramas and antique toys.
Dinosaurs, bugs, and other science fun.
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New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science
1801 Mountain Rd NWDinosaurs, bugs, and other science fun.
My favorite part is the masonry dwellings with their petroglyphs etched into the walls.
230 locals recommend
Bandelier National Monument
15 Entrance RdMy favorite part is the masonry dwellings with their petroglyphs etched into the walls.
More than 70 rooms of immersive art. The only way I can explain it is that you are walking through the art and not just look at art on walls.
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Meow Wolf
1352 Rufina CirMore than 70 rooms of immersive art. The only way I can explain it is that you are walking through the art and not just look at art on walls.
A great interactive learning science museum gearedtowards kids.
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Explora Science Center
1701 Mountain Rd NWA great interactive learning science museum gearedtowards kids.
One of the better zoos I have seen with lots of space for the animals.
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ABQ BioPark
903 10th St SWOne of the better zoos I have seen with lots of space for the animals.
ABQ BioPark Aquarium
2601 Central Ave NWI love the tunnel walk under the massive shark tank.
Peaceful walk with different biomes showing off plants of the world.
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ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden
2601 Central Ave NWPeaceful walk with different biomes showing off plants of the world.
Sasebo Japanese Garden at ABQ Biopark
2601 Central Ave NWAmazing and accurate Japanese garden right in Albuquerque.
Relax in all natural outdoor hot springs or get a professional massage.
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Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort & Spa
50 Los Banos DriveRelax in all natural outdoor hot springs or get a professional massage.
Nice daytime through the mountains with waterfalls, lakes, and other natural formations.
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Jemez Mountains
Nice daytime through the mountains with waterfalls, lakes, and other natural formations.
Bisti Badlands
Very remote. Very unique rock formations.
Museum of International Folk Art
706 Camino LejoFolk art toys from around the world.
A lot of massive radio telescopes with guided tours and space museum.
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Very Large Array
Old Highway 60A lot of massive radio telescopes with guided tours and space museum.
Billy The Kid Museum
1435 Sumner AveNice senic drive and interesting history.
Loretto Chapel
207 Old Santa Fe TrailThe legend of the spiral staircase built without nails is amazing!
Hike to the highest point in New Mexico just a short drive from albuquerque.
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Wheeler Peak
Hike to the highest point in New Mexico just a short drive from albuquerque.
Fun to say you stood in four states all at once. Or ran so fast you crossed four states in seconds!
Four Corners
Fun to say you stood in four states all at once. Or ran so fast you crossed four states in seconds!
Cliff's Amusement Park
4800 Osuna Rd NEA fun roller coaster type park for the whole family.
Ghost Ranch
U.S. 84Cowboy like scenery used in many movies.
The Blue Hole
1085 Blue Hole RdA scuba diving must do location.
Food Scene
Wine grapes have been growing in New Mexico for over 400 years. There are dozens of award winning vinyards here and at least 8 vinyards and tasting rooms in Albuquerque. My favorites are Gruet, Casa Rondena, and Milagro.
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Gruet Winery & Tasting Room
8400 Pan American Fwy NEWine grapes have been growing in New Mexico for over 400 years. There are dozens of award winning vinyards here and at least 8 vinyards and tasting rooms in Albuquerque. My favorites are Gruet, Casa Rondena, and Milagro.
Bridges on Tramway
12501 Candelaria Rd NEAward winning microbrewery in a good atmosphere.
Marble Brewery NE Heights
9904 Montgomery Blvd NEAward winning microbrewery.
Il Vicino Wood Oven Pizza - Albuquerque Heights
11225 Montgomery Blvd NEGreat local pizza.
Zorba's Fine Greek Cuisine
11225 Montgomery Boulevard NortheastYummy Greek food.
Menchie's Frozen Yogurt
6500 Holly Ave NEGreat ice cream like treat for kids of all ages.
El Patron
10551 Montgomery Blvd NEGood New Mexican food with neat atmosphere.
Dion's
8100 Wyoming Blvd NEA local favorite pizza place.
Whole Hog Cafe
725 Central Ave NEGreat smoked meats.
El Pinto Restaurant
10500 4th St NWFine dining New Mexican food. Great for a date night.
Breakfast burritos (eggs, bacon, potatoes and cheese wrapped in a tortilla), fried chicken, and ribs. Local favorite.
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Golden Pride
3720 Juan Tabo Blvd NEBreakfast burritos (eggs, bacon, potatoes and cheese wrapped in a tortilla), fried chicken, and ribs. Local favorite.
Nagomi Restaurant
2400 Juan Tabo Boulevard NortheastFavorite sushi place.
Weck's
1620 Rio Rancho Blvd SELocal pancake diner.
Rebel Donut
2435 Wyoming Blvd NEVery good local donuts.
Flying Star Cafe
3416 Central Ave NEYummy local coffee and food.
Satellite Coffee
2300 Central Ave SEGreat local coffee.
Sports
Ski in the morning and golf in the afternoon! Just a 15 minute ride up the tram from the city to the slopes.
50 locals recommend
Sandia Peak Ski & Tram
New Mexico 536Ski in the morning and golf in the afternoon! Just a 15 minute ride up the tram from the city to the slopes.
20 golf courses in Albuquerque. 8 of them municipal courses. You can golf year round in Albuquerque.
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Sandia Golf Club
30 Rainbow Rd20 golf courses in Albuquerque. 8 of them municipal courses. You can golf year round in Albuquerque.
Isotopes Park
1601 Avenida Cesar Chavez SEAAA baseball is such a fun atmosphere.
The New Mexico United is a semi-pro soccer team that plays at Isotope Park and the fans and team are great!
Soccer
The New Mexico United is a semi-pro soccer team that plays at Isotope Park and the fans and team are great!
World class skiing! One of many excellent ski resorts in New Mexico within a few hours of Albuquerque. other good ski resorts within one hour if Albuquerque include Sandia Crest and Santa Fe ski resorts. All have great mountain biking in the summer.
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Taos Ski Valley
116 Sutton PlaceWorld class skiing! One of many excellent ski resorts in New Mexico within a few hours of Albuquerque. other good ski resorts within one hour if Albuquerque include Sandia Crest and Santa Fe ski resorts. All have great mountain biking in the summer.