Albuquerque Original Townsite Travel 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 lively festivals.

Albuquerque Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Albuquerque Convention Center during your trip to Albuquerque. Experience the area's fascinating museums and 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 fascinating museums.

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 acclaimed art galleries.
Things to do

Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

8pm ORIGINAL Ghost Tour of Old Town Albuquerque - since 2001!

Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - Albuquerque, NM

Private Hot Air Balloon Flights with Elevated New Mexico

Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour

Albuquerque International Sunport Private Transfer
Top hotels in Albuquerque Original Townsite

ARRIVE Albuquerque
"We njoyed our stay as the hotel was clean and staff helpful and cheerful. The room was beautiful with bed comfortable. The only issue was the parking lot directly across the hotel with the unhoused which can make guest feel unsafe. Guests have to pay $25 extra to secure vehicle."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Hotel Andaluz Albuquerque, Curio Collection by Hilton
"Great atmosphere, good lobby music, drinks and food excellent"
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque
"Clean and spacious room. Overbooked double beds room so staff upgraded room to king bed with mountain view."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

The Querque Hotel
"Room was nice. Beds were comfortable. Shower had not been cleaned. Hairs all over shower walls & a piece of stuck on plastic bag on the shower wall. The shower head was rusted, but pressure was good. All n all, it was a good (cheap) hotel for one night."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Sandia Resort And Casino
"Nice getaway even for one night. Love the friendly staff and the people"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel
"NA"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Albuquerque Original Townsite

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.

Huning Highland Historic District
When in Huning Highland Historic District, you can plan a visit to Sunshine Theater and Albuquerque Civic Plaza, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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 Albuquerque Civic Plaza.

Martineztown-Santa Barbara
Martineztown-Santa Barbara might not have many top sights, but Albuquerque Civic Plaza and Sunshine Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.
