Sandia Ridge Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 acclaimed art galleries.

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 theatre scene and fascinating museums.

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.

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 acclaimed theatre scene.

Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
Learn about the 19 Pueblo tribes of New Mexico through exhibits, performances and craft demonstrations at this popular cultural attraction.

ABQ BioPark Aquarium
Make time to visit the sea animals who live in ABQ BioPark Aquarium during your trip to Albuquerque. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.
Activities

Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - Albuquerque, NM

Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Rides at Sunrise

Private Hot Air Balloon Flights with Elevated New Mexico

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

Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque - Daily
Our pick of the best Sandia Ridge Hotel Deals

The Querque Hotel
Great location. Personable and professional staff. Comfy and clean.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025

Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
Rooms are spacious clean safe area many choices of places to eat.. comfy beds
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

Crowne Plaza Albuquerque by IHG
Thank you for early check in and late check out.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Albuquerque Midtown
Staff was extremely friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025

ARRIVE Albuquerque
Another visit to this beautiful property in downtown Albuquerque close to all the action. We were in town for the Balloon Fiesta so there was a lot going on, but sleeping in the comfortable bed and the cozy room definitely helped us rest and recharge. We loved the drinks at the DWTNR Cocktail Bar ...
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel
Beautiful, clean rooms
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sandia Ridge

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.

Nob Hill
Unique features of Nob Hill include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Aux Dog Theater or Mariposa Gallery while you're exploring the area.

International District
While visiting International District, you might make a stop by sights like The Downs Racetrack and Casino and Expo New Mexico.

Victory Hills
If you're spending some time in Victory Hills, Puerto Del Sol Golf Course and Ernie Pyle Public Library are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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