Foothills South Travel Guide

Albuquerque

Sunset during a thunderstorm #Adventure photo contest
Sunset during a thunderstorm #Adventure photo contest
Came across a large rock face being scaled by climbers on a Sandia foothills trail. Gorgeous hike and lots of fun watching these adventurers climb and rappel!
Always go on the #adventure 🌈 When we set out for this hike it was pouring rain and less than 2 hours until sunset. There was at least a 50-50 chance that we would end our hike cold, wet, and in the dark. I guess we got lucky 😉✨

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Came across a large rock face being scaled by climbers on a Sandia foothills trail. Gorgeous hike and lots of fun watching these adventurers climb and rappel!

Sandia Foothills Open Space

Explore the great outdoors at Sandia Foothills Open Space, a lovely green space in Albuquerque.

Sandia Foothills Open Space
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Balloon Fiesta Park

5/5(1 review)

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.

Balloon Fiesta Park
Duck Pond at University of New Mexico in Albuquerque

University of New Mexico

Enjoy the student vibe at University of New Mexico as part of your travels around Albuquerque. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.

University of New Mexico
Aerial View of Albuquerque, The biggest City in New Mexico

Albuquerque Convention Center

Learn about the events happening in Albuquerque Convention Center during your trip to Albuquerque. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.

Albuquerque Convention Center
ABQ BioPark Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals

ABQ BioPark Zoo

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy a day filled with animal encounters as you watch exotic creatures from all over the world, including powerful and ferocious predators.

ABQ BioPark Zoo
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Old Town Plaza

4.5/5(5 reviews)

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.

Old Town Plaza

Things to do

Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

฿6,985
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
Haunted Historical Adventures in Old Town!

The 8pm Ghost Tour of Old Town Albuquerque - the BEST since 2001

฿1,172
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The 8pm Ghost Tour of Old Town Albuquerque - the BEST since 2001
Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - Albuquerque, NM

Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - Albuquerque, NM

฿2,473
per adult
Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - Albuquerque, NM
Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque - Daily

Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque - Daily

฿3,881
per adult
Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque - Daily
Picture 13 for Activity Albuquerque: Old Town Hauntings of the Wild West Ghost Tour

Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour

฿745
per adult
Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour
Private Full Day Albuquerque Tour

Private Full Day Albuquerque Tour (with Hotel Pickup & Dropoff)

฿12,387
per adult
Private Full Day Albuquerque Tour (with Hotel Pickup & Dropoff)
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Top hotels in Foothills South

Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites

Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites

3.5 out of 5
2400 Yale Blvd Se Albuquerque NM
The price is ฿2,686 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
฿2,686
฿3,105 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,923 reviews)
Friendly and clean

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque

Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque

3 out of 5
6000 Pan American Fwy NE Albuquerque NM
Stay at this hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a 24-hour business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,378 reviews)
Purchased through Expedia but an unexplained additional charge was made to my card. They never sent an itemized bill.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

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Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque
Sandia Resort And Casino

Sandia Resort And Casino

4 out of 5
30 Rainbow Rd Ne Albuquerque NM
The price is ฿7,898 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
฿7,898
฿8,407 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Albuquerque. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Sandia Resort And Casino
Isleta Resort and Casino

Isleta Resort and Casino

4 out of 5
11000 Broadway Blvd SE Albuquerque NM
The price is ฿3,385 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
฿3,385
฿3,798 total
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Albuquerque. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,828 reviews)
Very nice room!

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Isleta Resort and Casino
The Querque Hotel

The Querque Hotel

3 out of 5
1760 Menaul Rd NE Albuquerque NM
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,059 reviews)
Comfortably fit 6ppl and the pup

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

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Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport

Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport

3 out of 5
1400 Sunport Place SE Albuquerque NM
The price is ฿3,063 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
฿3,063
฿3,541 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,483 reviews)
The hotel was clean and the staff were friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Foothills South

Quick stop for refreshments at la cumbre brewing on girard off candelaria.

Northeast Heights

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

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

Northeast Heights
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International District

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

International District
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Uptown

4/5(1 area review)

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.

Uptown
Hot air balloons over the Rio Grande river at sunrise next to flying birds in Albuquerque 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.

Nob Hill
This is the 25th Annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. It shows the mass ascension of colorful balloons.

Balloon Fiesta Park - North I-25

If you're spending some time in Balloon Fiesta Park - North I-25, Cliff's Amusement Park and Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Balloon Fiesta Park - North I-25
Local lizards & salamanders in the special collections lab in UNM's CERIA bldg.

North Campus

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

North Campus

Foothills South Travel Guide