Rio Grande Blvd Travel Guide
Albuquerque
Visit Rio Grande Blvd
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 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 art galleries.
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
The 8pm Ghost Tour of Old Town Albuquerque - the BEST since 2001
Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque - Daily
Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour
Private Full Day Albuquerque Tour (with Hotel Pickup & Dropoff)
Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in Rio Grande Blvd
Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
Amazing
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque
Clean, beautiful room
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Sandia Resort And Casino
Did not use
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Isleta Resort and Casino
Room especially the bathroom was filthy and furniture. Very worn out. Room itself was very dark, lacking adequate lighting. Food is very mediocre and book this place under the VIP access and received no perk from the front desk. “We don’t honor that here”
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
The Querque Hotel
This time our stay at The Querque wasnt a great one. Between the stinch in the bathroom and hallway from a way
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport
No shuttle service
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rio Grande Blvd
Near North Valley
Near North Valley might not have many top sights, but Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and Rio Grande Trail are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
West Old Town
While visiting West Old Town, you might make a stop by sights like ABQ BioPark Aquarium and Old Town Plaza.
Old Town Albuquerque
Unique features of Old Town Albuquerque include the historical sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Old Town Plaza or Albuquerque Museum while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
