Things To Do In Albuquerque New Mexico
Are the children in your group eager to indulge their inner Indiana Jones? Look no further than Petroglyph National Monument; here, 24,000 intricate rock images await discovery.
Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum: If hot air ballooning is your passion, make time for an exploration of this local racing dynasty and examines speed! This museum chronicles local racing dynasties while delving deeper into this fascinating topic.
Explore Old Town
Albuquerque may often go overlooked by travelers looking to Taos or Santa Fe for dramatic landscapes, yet Albuquerque boasts its own rich heritage. The Old Town neighborhood was originally founded as part of Spain’s Spanish settlement; today, this 10-block neighborhood remains home to interesting historic landmarks, museums and restaurants – not forgetting cobblestone streets full of art galleries, souvenir shops and the centuries-old San Felipe de Neri Church!
Old Town revolves around its large central plaza, where numerous museums, restaurants and shops create an idyllic Southwestern environment. Take advantage of a docent-led tour or grab a brochure and explore on your own; there are also great eateries and bars as well as talented street performers to keep you company!
Old Town offers something extra exciting: the Albuquerque International Balloon Museum is an outstanding example of Albuquerque’s legacy as a ballooning hub, providing plenty of history on this pastime as well as fun hands-on exhibits and thrilling virtual flights in their 4D theater.
Explora Science Center at the museum offers two floors of discovery! This two-level wonder is specifically tailored to kids and provides an engaging learning experience through exhibits like Shapes of Sounds, Paradox Cafe and Water Flow Patio. In addition, camp, classes and special events take place here throughout the year.
Take a Bike Tour
If you want to make the most of your visit to Albuquerque, bike tours are an enjoyable and informative way to see all the sights. From short tours through town or all-day excursions, Routes Bicycle Tours & Rentals provides safe bikes with expert guides who will lead you on an unforgettable journey.
Albuquerque is a playground for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a host of recreational activities to keep visitors busy and active. Enjoy one of many golf courses, explore Sandia foothills hiking or kayaking along Rio Grande waters; immerse yourself in Old Town history or experience its rich past through Old Town tours; if you’re a fan of Breaking Bad take a tour to visit its filming locations!
At the ABQ Biopark, there’s plenty to see and discover. Situated southeast of Old Town, this expansive park houses four of Old Town’s premier attractions: an aquarium, zoo, botanical garden and beach. Gather up the family and head down for an exciting day of discovery at this exciting destination.
Explora! is an educational center offering hands-on science for children of all ages! Here, they offer fun activities designed to bring science alive – such as H20 discovery at Water Flow Patio and creating electricity at Studio Inventivo. And all while being entertaining.
At Tingley Beach in ABQ Biopark, the family-friendly fishing park, you can make like Huck Finn and put out your “I’m gone fishin'” sign! With children’s ponds, large central ponds, catch-and-release pools year-round catch-and-release pools and plenty of birds and wildlife to spot such as sandhill cranes along the riverbanks, porcupines perched in trees or even hummingbirds hovering near flowering plants – what better place?
Visit the Museum of International Folk Art
One of the more fascinating stories surrounding the formation of this museum begins at a hardware store tire repair service. Florence Dibell Bartlett, founder of this unique cultural institution, had an encounter with an Indian Pueblo villager while waiting for her wagon wheel repair, which left an impactful memory that eventually inspired her to found what is now considered one of Chicago’s top attractions – Museum of International Folk Art.
Visits to the Museum of International Folk Art are an ideal way of exploring New Mexico’s history and culture. Here, visitors can admire an extensive collection of folk art – sculptures and paintings as well as traditional musical instruments and artifacts native to New Mexico – which make for an educational and entertaining family outing.
For anyone who enjoys automobiles, Albuquerque’s Unser Racing Museum should not be missed. Dedicated to one of Albuquerque’s most renowned racing families – which resides there – this museum provides an insight into their life and achievements within automobile racing as well as memorabilia from family members such as some of their vehicles and memorabilia from them all.
Petroglyph National Monument, just 10 miles outside Albuquerque, is another must-see attraction. You will feel transported back in time while gazing upon its stunning images carved into rock by early native Puebloans and their interpretation. There’s also a museum nearby offering more insight into these rock carvings and how best to interpret them.
Walk the Paseo del Bosque Trail
Albuquerque offers so much to visitors. A hot air balloon ride, golf course visit, mountain biking tour through history or kayaking on the Rio Grande are just a few examples of things you can experience while visiting this city. But beyond downtown are even more attractions awaiting discovery; Albuquerque foothills provide hiking trails perfect for families and nature enthusiasts, while ABQ BioPark boasts an aquarium, zoo and other attractions tailored specifically for children – these activities add endless amounts of entertainment value!
Visitors interested in Albuquerque history should visit the Albuquerque Museum, which displays an assortment of cultural items ranging from Spanish armor suits to historic wood carvings. Or for something truly remarkable, visit Petroglyph National Monument which displays over 24,000 images carved into rocks by early Puebloans.
If you’re feeling brave, take a ride on the Sandia Peak Tramway which takes visitors up one of New Mexico’s most beautiful places – on clear days you can see up to 11,000 square miles from here!
Attractions to visit within ABQ Biopark include the animal conservation museum with 34 species of rattlesnakes on display and educational material on how to safely handle reptiles.
Getting hungry after all that exploring? Look for food courts offering multiple restaurants under one roof; these provide an ideal way to try all of Albuquerque’s wonderful offerings in one go!
Visit the Albuquerque Balloon Museum
Visits to New Mexico’s International Balloon Museum are both enjoyable family outings and educational experiences. This museum showcases the development of hot air ballooning through historical, scientific, and artistic objects representing world achievements in lighter-than-air flight. A standout collection includes historic and modern gondolas that come equipped with complete balloon systems.
The Albuquerque International Balloon Museum features exhibits that explore the science and art of ballooning as well as gondola design and creation. Visitors may take part in classes, workshops or demonstrations offered throughout the year at this educational yet enjoyable destination that captures the magic of ballooning.
Albuquerque’s Rio Grande Nature Center State Park is another popular tourist destination. This 38-acre urban wildlife preserve dedicates two-thirds of its land to wildlife habitat, offering visitors scenic riverside trails where they can witness local flora and fauna such as cottonwood stands, thickets of willows, sand flats, Sandhill cranes perching in trees or even hummingbirds flitting around flowering plants – not forgetting Sandhill cranes themselves!
New Mexico is an unforgettable travel experience, offering everything from panoramic hot air balloon flights over its cities to championship golf courses with some truly one-of-a-kind attractions. For an unparalleled view, take the Sandia Peak Tramway ride that brings visitors up into the majestic Sandia Mountains where breathtaking panoramic vistas await them.