Foothills South Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Foothills South
Popular places to visit
Sandia Foothills Open Space
Explore the great outdoors at Sandia Foothills Open Space, a lovely green space in Albuquerque.
Balloon Fiesta Park
After visiting Balloon Fiesta Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Albuquerque. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its lively festivals.
University of New Mexico
Enjoy the student vibe at University of New Mexico as part of your travels around Albuquerque. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals.
Albuquerque Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Albuquerque Convention Center during your trip to Albuquerque. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals.
ABQ BioPark Zoo
Enjoy a day filled with animal encounters as you watch exotic creatures from all over the world, including powerful and ferocious predators.
Sandia Peak Tramway
You can take time to visit Sandia Peak Tramway during your travels to Albuquerque. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.
Activities
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
The Ghost Tour of Old Town - New Mexico's oldest Ghost Walk - Since 2001
Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque - Daily
Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour
Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour
Amazing Art Walk: Albuquerque Murals Abound!
Our pick of the best Foothills South Hotel Deals
Sonesta ES Suites Albuquerque
The room was clean and even more spacious than we expected. The staff was friendly. And there were the makings of breakfast tacos as part of the complimentary breakfast!
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
The Querque Hotel
Thank you everything was great staff was amazing
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Isleta Resort and Casino
Definitely recommend staying here. Staff from hotel and casino are very nice and friendly.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel
Casino should make it easier to get free rooms.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Albuquerque
From reception to leaving everything was great
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Sandia Resort And Casino
Beautiful room and view
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Foothills South
Northeast Heights
If you're spending some time in Northeast Heights, ABQ Uptown and Coronado Center are top sights worth seeing.
International District
While visiting International District, you might make a stop by sights like The Downs Racetrack and Casino and Expo New Mexico.
Uptown
Uptown is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Winrock Shopping Center and ABQ Uptown, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Albuquerque.
North Albuquerque Acres
Though North Albuquerque Acres may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sandia Peak Tramway and Sandia Casino.
Nob Hill
Unique features of Nob Hill include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Mariposa Gallery or Aux Dog Theater while you're exploring the area.
Balloon Fiesta Park - North I-25
If you're spending some time in Balloon Fiesta Park - North I-25, Cliff's Amusement Park and Gruet Winery are top sights worth seeing.
