West Old Town Travel Guide
Albuquerque
Visit West Old Town
Popular places to visit
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 art galleries.
ABQ BioPark Aquarium
Make time to visit the sea animals who live in ABQ BioPark Aquarium during your trip to Albuquerque. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden
Olive trees, climbing roses, desert willows and hundreds of exotic butterflies are just a few of the treasures to be found in this this green refuge.
San Felipe de Neri Church
After visiting San Felipe de Neri Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Albuquerque. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Albuquerque Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Albuquerque Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Albuquerque. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
American International Rattlesnake Museum
You can browse the exhibits at American International Rattlesnake Museum, a museum with a story of its own, 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
The 8pm Ghost Tour of Old Town Albuquerque - the BEST since 2001
Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - Albuquerque, NM
Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque - Daily
Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour
Private Full Day Albuquerque Tour (with Hotel Pickup & Dropoff)
Top hotels in West Old Town
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
Clean room, nice and friendly staff but I've never seen such worn and poor quality bedsheets, blanket and cover. Please get some new sheets and decent blankets. i could keep warm, the blanket and bed covering were so thin.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
The Monterey Motel
Room was quite noisy and blinds dis not seal street lights.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Econo Lodge Albuquerque Old Town
The room & bathroom were clean and the beds & pillows were very comfortable, which is what mattered as we were just stooping to sleep and continue on. The vreakfast was fantastic (scrambled eggs, hard boiled eggs, sausage, biscuits with gravy or jelly, yogurt, cereal, pastries, waffles, bananas, ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
Didn't use the pool.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque
Purchased through Expedia but an unexplained additional charge was made to my card. They never sent an itemized bill.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Isleta Resort and Casino
Loved staying at Isleta Casino! We stayed during Christmas time and the beautiful tree they have in the lobby was beautiful to look at. The staff was always kind and attentive.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Old Town
Old Town Albuquerque
Unique features of Old Town Albuquerque include the historical sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Old Town Plaza or American International Rattlesnake 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.
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 Explora Science Center and Children's Museum.
Near North Valley
Near North Valley might not have many top sights, but Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and Albuquerque Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Albuquerque
Downtown Albuquerque is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Sunshine Theater and El Rey Theater while you're in town.
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.
