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 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.

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 acclaimed art galleries.

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

Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - Albuquerque, NM

Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque - Daily

Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour

Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour
Our pick of the best Uptown Hotel Deals

Marriott Albuquerque
Breakfast was not included with our stay but the property was very nice.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025

Hyatt Place Albuquerque/Uptown
Everyone and everything was great. Thank you .
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque Uptown
Spotless room, excellent environment, staff very good.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Homewood Suites by Hilton Albuquerque Uptown
Didn't partake
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown
Short stay but was wonderful.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

Element Albuquerque Uptown
The room was amazing. Our view was amazing!! I love the security. How you need ur room key for everything it’s great. I love how it’s close to everything and the mall is just walking distance. I wouldn’t stay anywhere else ❤️
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Uptown

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

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.

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

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 The Pit and Isotopes Park.

Northeast Heights
If you're spending some time in Northeast Heights, iT'Z Albuquerque and ABQ Uptown are top sights worth seeing.


