Downtown Albuquerque Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Downtown Albuquerque
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Photo by Kate Cadwell
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Photo by Maneepan Blanchard
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Photo by Rob Burnside
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Photo by Linda Garrison

Popular places to visit

KiMo Theater

KiMo Theater

Enjoy a show at KiMo Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Albuquerque. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.

KiMo Theater
Albuquerque Civic Plaza

Albuquerque Civic Plaza

You can find out about the history of Albuquerque with a visit to Albuquerque Civic Plaza. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art galleries.

Albuquerque Civic Plaza

Albuquerque Convention Center

Learn about the events happening in Albuquerque Convention Center during your trip to Albuquerque. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed art galleries.

Albuquerque Convention Center

El Rey Theater

You can get tickets for a performance at El Rey Theater during your trip to Albuquerque. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

El Rey Theater

Sunshine Theater

You can enjoy a show at Sunshine Theater on your trip to Albuquerque. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.

Sunshine Theater

Holocaust & Intolerance Museum of New Mexico

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Holocaust & Intolerance Museum of New Mexico during your travels in Albuquerque. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Holocaust & Intolerance Museum of New Mexico

Activities

Turquoise Museum Visit

Turquoise Museum Visit

NZ$35
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Turquoise Museum Visit
Picture 13 for Activity Albuquerque: Old Town Hauntings of the Wild West Ghost Tour

Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour

NZ$53
per adult
Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour
Albuquerque: Old Town Culture & Heritage Walking Tour

Albuquerque: Old Town Culture & Heritage Walking Tour

NZ$143
per adult
Albuquerque: Old Town Culture & Heritage Walking Tour
Albuquerque Scavenger Hunt: Art In Albuquerque

Self-Guided Albuquerque Scavenger Hunt: Art In Albuquerque

NZ$26
per adult
Self-Guided Albuquerque Scavenger Hunt: Art In Albuquerque
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

NZ$348
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
Safe practices. Social distancing. Masks. Sanitizer. OUTDOORS in scenic Old Town.

The Ghost Tour of Old Town - New Mexico's oldest Ghost Walk - Since 2001

NZ$50
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The Ghost Tour of Old Town - New Mexico's oldest Ghost Walk - Since 2001
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Our pick of the best Downtown Albuquerque Hotel Deals

ARRIVE Albuquerque

ARRIVE Albuquerque

4 out of 5
717 Central Avenue Northwest, Albuquerque, NM
The price is NZ$189 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
NZ$189
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions ABQ Uptown and El Rey Theater ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (418 reviews)
"Loved the property! Loved the staff and the room. Only down fall finding a trash can to put my cigarette butt was a journey. I’m a smoker but I don’t toss my butts anywhere but the trash. Also the rooms need bigger trash cans or one in the elevator area to throw trash away. Only complaint"

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

ARRIVE Albuquerque
The Clyde Hotel

The Clyde Hotel

3.5 out of 5
330 Tijeras Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM
The price is NZ$292 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
NZ$292
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,113 reviews)
"Love the location and the property"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

The Clyde Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Albuquerque

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Albuquerque

4 out of 5
201 Marquette Avenue NW, Albuquerque, NM
The price is NZ$238 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$238
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
Amazing Stay
"My stay was a quick unplanned stay. I do wish I would’ve had more time and a longer stay to take advantage of all that’s around downtown Albuquerque. I’m sure my next stay will be with family."

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Albuquerque
Hotel Andaluz Albuquerque, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Andaluz Albuquerque, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
125 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$299 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
NZ$299
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Stayed here for a wedding. I loved our room and the entire hotel. The staff were very accommodating. The bar was great!"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Hotel Andaluz Albuquerque, Curio Collection by Hilton
The Querque Hotel

The Querque Hotel

3 out of 5
1760 Menaul Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,157 reviews)
"Great staff"

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

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The Querque Hotel
Hotel 505

Hotel 505

2.5 out of 5
900 Medical Arts Ave Ne, Albuquerque, NM
The price is NZ$110 per night from 24 July to 25 July
NZ$110
24 July - 25 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,285 reviews)
"This is the only place i stay in Albuquerque. It may be a little rundown but the staff are always fantastic and it's only a few minutes drive from downtown or the college and lots of restaurants in the other direction."

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

Hotel 505
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Albuquerque

ABQ BioPark Zoo which includes zoo animals and land animals

Barelas

While visiting Barelas, you might make a stop by sights like National Hispanic Cultural Center and ABQ BioPark Zoo.

Barelas
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Wells Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wells Park and surrounding area, you can visit Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and Explora Science Center and Children's Museum.

Wells Park
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Martineztown-Santa Barbara

Martineztown-Santa Barbara might not have many top sights, but Albuquerque Civic Plaza and Sunshine Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Martineztown-Santa Barbara
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Sawmill Area

4/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Sawmill Area, Explora Science Center and Children's Museum and Atomic Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Sawmill Area
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Old Town Albuquerque

Unique features of Old Town Albuquerque include the historical sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Old Town Plaza or Albuquerque Museum while you're exploring the area.

Old Town Albuquerque
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Clayton Heights-Lomas Del Cielo

While visiting Clayton Heights-Lomas Del Cielo, you might make a stop by sights like The Pit and Isotopes Park.

Clayton Heights-Lomas Del Cielo

Downtown Albuquerque Travel Guide

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