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 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 Uptown
Marriott Albuquerque
Good
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Albuquerque/Uptown
Reserved a king but upon arrival the receptionist said we had reserved two beds, she ignored the request to give us a king even though i had a receipt. When i later complained about her attitude and not complying, she said she had upgraded us to the 2 beds. i later told her the room was smaller, ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown
Pool
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Albuquerque Uptown
I did not stay in the hotel. I tried to cancel and the Hilton said I had no reservation. Expedia would not help me.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque Uptown
Clean comfortable room. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Element Albuquerque Uptown
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 Aux Dog Theater or Mariposa Gallery while you're exploring the area.
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.
Northeast Heights
If you're spending some time in Northeast Heights, Cliff's Amusement Park and ABQ Uptown 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.
