Westside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 theatre scene 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.
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 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.
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
Private Hot Air Balloon Flights with Elevated New Mexico
Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Rides at Sunrise
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
A Food and Art Walking Tour through Old Town ABQ
Our pick of the best Westside Hotel Deals
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albuquerque West
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025
Quality Inn & Suites Albuquerque West
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025
Super 8 by Wyndham Albuquerque West/Coors Blvd
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025
Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham
Reviewed on 28 Aug 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Albuquerque-Coors Road
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025
The Querque Hotel
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Westside
West Old Town
While visiting West Old Town, you might make a stop by sights like ABQ BioPark Aquarium and Old Town Plaza.
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.
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.
Near North Valley
Near North Valley might not have many top sights, but Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and New Mexico Steam Locomotive and Railroad Historical Society are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science.
Downtown Albuquerque
Downtown Albuquerque is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Albuquerque Civic Plaza and Sunshine Theater while you're in town.
