North Valley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit North Valley
Popular places to visit

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.

Old Town Plaza
You can find out about the history of Albuquerque with a visit to Old Town Plaza. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
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 North Valley Hotel Deals

Loba Luna Bed & Breakfast
Great stay, breakfast, loved the hot tub and the host is very nice.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

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

Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque
Loved good location
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel
Casino should make it easier to get free rooms.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North Valley

Alamedan Valley
If you're spending some time in Alamedan Valley, Adobe Theater and Sandia Trails are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Near North Valley
Near North Valley might not have many top sights, but Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and Albuquerque Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

North Campus
While visiting North Campus, you might make a stop by sights like UNM North Golf Course and University of New Mexico Campus Observatory.

Martineztown-Santa Barbara
Martineztown-Santa Barbara might not have many top sights, but Sunshine Theater and Maxwell Museum of Anthropology are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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