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 theatre scene and lively festivals.
Albuquerque Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Albuquerque Convention Center during your trip to Albuquerque. Experience the area's fascinating museums 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 fascinating museums.
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.
Things to do
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
8pm ORIGINAL Ghost Tour of Old Town Albuquerque - since 2001!
Private Hot Air Balloon Flights with Elevated New Mexico
Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour
Daily Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque
Albuquerque International Sunport Private Transfer
Top hotels in Academy Place
Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque
"Nice staff, rooms could use a bit more updating but a nice overall hotel."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
The Querque Hotel
"Staff was excellent and assisted us promptly with a noise complaint."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Sandia Resort And Casino
"Cleanest property. Rooms are large and well cleaned. Staff are very courteous and polite. Excellent place to stay"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel
"It was a great stay… will consider staying again"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport
"La alfombra de la habitación se sentía sucia"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Albuquerque
"This embassy suites was very clean, attractive, quiet, polite, and efficient staff. Food was great. Bartender efficient and generous pours. Room was very clean and even though next to a freeway it was quiet. Only complaint is that the pool was very cloudy. We would have used the pool but and it remained ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 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.
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.
North Valley
You'll enjoy the mountain views and breweries in North Valley. You might want to make time for a stop at Rio Grande or La Luz Trail.
