Sandia Ridge Travel Guide
Albuquerque
Visit Sandia Ridge
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 acclaimed art galleries.
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.
Albuquerque Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Albuquerque Convention Center during your trip to Albuquerque. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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.
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 lively festivals.
Things to do
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - Albuquerque, NM
Private Hot Air Balloon Flights with Elevated New Mexico
Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque - Daily
Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour
Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in Sandia Ridge
Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
Staff was very pleasant
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
The Querque Hotel
Great as always
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Sonesta ES Suites Albuquerque
Room was nice and clean. Staff were amazing . Only thing were the beds were a bit small. Overall we enjoyed our stay .
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Isleta Resort and Casino
Room was very quier. Slept well and comfortable
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Albuquerque
This is our go-to hotel in ABQ. Right near the convention center, great breakfast and reception, and the rooms are always great!
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel
Loved the room, staff was friendly. I will come back and stay again.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sandia Ridge
Uptown
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.
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.
Nob Hill
Unique features of Nob Hill include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Mariposa Gallery or Aux Dog Theater while you're exploring the area.
International District
While visiting International District, you might make a stop by sights like The Downs Racetrack and Casino and Expo New Mexico.
Martineztown-Santa Barbara
Martineztown-Santa Barbara might not have many top sights, but Sunshine Theater and Albuquerque Civic Plaza 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.
