Academy Place Travel Guide
Albuquerque
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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.
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 art galleries and lively festivals.
Albuquerque Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Albuquerque Convention Center during your trip to Albuquerque. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals.
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.
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 lively festivals.
Things to do
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
The Original 8pm Ghost Tour of Old Town Albuquerque - 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 Academy Place
Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
Very convenient shuttle to the airport. Only problem was being kept awake due to noise in the lobby throughout the night.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque
NA - Wifi password was not provided. Hotel elevators broken for multiple days (We were originally on the 4th floor, moved to second fl.) Electronics down / no keys available for two hours on arrival. One security officer avail to provide manual access to rooms, pool area etc for all guests. Lobby ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Isleta Resort and Casino
Clean and friendly staff
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Sandia Resort And Casino
The Querque Hotel
Love this place
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Sonesta ES Suites Albuquerque
I have traveled a lot lately and have been staying at Hilton Garden Inn’s but remembered a Sonesta ES Suites I stayed at in Chicago in 2024 and enjoyed so I decided to go with Sonesta bc it was closer to where my son moved to. I was a little disappointed when I saw the location and the overall property ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Academy Place
Northeast Heights
If you're spending some time in Northeast Heights, Cliff's Amusement Park and ABQ Uptown are top sights worth seeing.
Balloon Fiesta Park - North I-25
If you're spending some time in Balloon Fiesta Park - North I-25, Cliff's Amusement Park and Gruet Winery are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Foothills South
While visiting Foothills South, you might make a stop by sights like Cibola National Forest and Sandia Foothills Open Space.
International District
While visiting International District, you might make a stop by sights like The Downs Racetrack and Casino and Expo New Mexico.
Alamedan Valley
If you're spending some time in Alamedan Valley, Adobe Theater and Sandia Trails are top sights worth seeing.
