Uptown Travel Guide
Albuquerque
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 acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
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.
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 theatre scene.
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 lively festivals.
Things to do
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
Guided High Noon History, Legends & Lore Tour of Old Town
Evening Ghost Tour of Old Town Albuquerque
Private Hot Air Balloon Flights with Elevated New Mexico
Daily Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque
Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Uptown
Marriott Albuquerque
Comfy beds and good hot shower with plenty of pressure. Some guests were going up and down aisle on our floor very loud and late at night. It only lasted a few minutes though.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown
Great
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Albuquerque/Uptown
Two elevators available, but... only one was in use. It was a pain waiting & using one elevator. Please try & resolve that issue please. I wanna come back again.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Albuquerque Uptown
Front desk clerk was super friendly and helpful. Hotel needs a remodel. There was black dust or mold coming out of the A/C vents, and the air conditioning took until the middle of the night to cool down. The shower did not drain well at all. I would probably stay somewhere else next time.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque Uptown
Nice
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Element Albuquerque Uptown
The breakfast left a little to be desired. The potatoes were stibe cold. There were ehh fritattas that were also cold. No meat options. What bugged me was gaving our "Do Not Disturb" sign up, but a cleaning staff member knocked on our door at 9:42 am on Dunday morning and actually asked when we were ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Uptown
International District
While visiting International District, you might make a stop by sights like The Downs Racetrack and Casino and Expo New Mexico.
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.
North Campus
While visiting North Campus, you might make a stop by sights like University of New Mexico Campus Observatory and UNM North Golf Course.
Victory Hills
If you're spending some time in Victory Hills, Ernie Pyle Public Library and Puerto Del Sol Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.
Martineztown-Santa Barbara
Martineztown-Santa Barbara might not have many top sights, but Sunshine Theater and Maxwell Museum of Anthropology 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.
