Local area

The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center is a must-visit destination for anyone who visits the Land of Enchantment. This beautiful adobe center showcases the longstanding history and heritage of New Mexico's 19 Pueblos. Explore the informative, moving permanent exhibit, "We Are of This Place: The Pueblo Story." Grab a bite at the Indian Pueblo Kitchen, which offers stews and baked goods made with local, traditional ingredients like red chile and blue corn.

Visit Historic Old Town, the heart of Albuquerque. Old Town was founded in 1706 by Governor Francisco Cuervo y Valdez. Old Town follows the traditional Spanish pattern of a central plaza and a church surrounded by over 150 stores and galleries featuring art from the Southwest and around the world. Enjoy amazing New Mexican cuisine, cafes and coffee shops that feature everything from the All-American hamburger to fine Continental cuisine.

Discover the historic and artistic works of New Mexico including world class touring exhibits and community curated collections. Take an art class at the museum school or join us for special events and family art projects. There is always something amazing going on at the Albuquerque Museum! visit their website: cabq.gov/artsculture/albuquerque-museum/albuquerque-museum

If you're traveling with kids—or you're an animal or bug lover—no visit to ABQ is complete without a stop at the BioPark Zoo. Covering 64 acres, this zoo is home to a wide variety of animals, from elephants and giraffes to polar bears and penguins. If you love creepy-crawlies, don't miss the BUGarium. This kid favorite features hundreds of arthropods, from giant bird-eating tarantulas to a working beehive.

Explora is a place where families can get to know each other better, learn together, and share new experiences of the basic processes and materials investigated and used by science, technology and art. Explora’s exhibit activities engage people of all ages with small-scale materials and equipment in personal spaces where they can communicate comfortably with family and friends, manipulate a wide range of physical variables, and develop their own thinking about what they are experiencing.

The Sandia Peak Tramway offers a thrilling experience a short drive away from our Albuquerque hotel. The aerial tramway takes you on a 2.7-mile journey to the 10,378-foot peak of the Sandia Mountains. You'll enjoy sweeping views of the Rio Grande Valley the whole way up. At the top, explore forested hiking trails, dine at the 10|3 restaurant, or just soak in the peaceful views. There’s no question about it: the Sandia Peak Tramway tops the list of things to do in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Petroglyph National Monument is a must-visit for history and nature enthusiasts. Spanning 17 miles along Albuquerque's West Mesa, it features over 25,000 ancient rock carvings by Native American peoples. The monument offers several trails, like Boca Negra Canyon and Rinconada Canyon, where visitors can hike and view these incredible petroglyphs up close. Bring a sense of awe and respect with you as you visit this fragile and incredibly valuable national monument.

The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science is a natural history and science museum in Albuquerque, New Mexico near Old Town Albuquerque. The Museum was founded in 1986. It operates as a public revenue facility of the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs. Visit their website at nmnaturalhistory.org

Sawmill Market is an exciting new development in Old Town Albuquerque. Following in the style of Napa’s Oxbow Market, San Francisco’s Ferry Market, and the Boston City Market, this new marketplace will feature New Mexico culinary experiences, farmers, food artisans, craftsmen, and artists. The market houses 17 individual local merchants, a brew pub, a wine bar, restaurants and a mercantile. At the center is THE YARD, an outdoor dining + play space. Visit their website: www.sawmillmarket.com

Miss Breaking Bad? Love Better Call Saul and El Camino? We will bring the show to Life on our 3-hour Film location tour. You get to ride in the Breaking Bad RV just like the one on the show. Re-live the sights and sounds in our fully interactive, Studio Film Location Tour. The Breaking Bad Tour includes your favorite locations, such as Jesse's house, Chucky's, Dog House, Tucco's, Combo's Corner, Railyard, RV Junkyard, Los Pollos Hermanos, Owl Cafe, Jane's, Walt's house, and more!

Casa Rodeña Winery is a local favorite, and for good reason: it offers a delightful escape for wine lovers. Tucked in a picturesque valley, this award-winning winery features stunning Spanish-style architecture, verdant vineyards, and peaceful ponds. Take a stroll through the vineyards. Discover a new favorite, handcrafted wine in the tasting room. With an onsite shop and activities like tours, tastings, and musical events, there's something for everyone at Casa Rodeña.