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Why visit Albuquerque

A bustling desert crossroads, Albuquerque is just the right mix of urban and wild: the pink hues of the Sandia Mountains at sunset, the Rio Grande's cottonwood bosque, Route 66 diners and the hometown of Walter White and Saul Goodman. It's the largest city in the state, yet you can still hear the howls of coyotes when the sun goes down.

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Best Things to Do

From outdoor adventure to relaxed dinners under incredible sunsets, Albuquerque is a laid-back city steeped in centuries of diverse cultures. 

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Transportation

From finding your way on the bus network to riding the scenic aerial tramway, here's how to get around Albuquerque by public transportation.

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Free Things to Do

If you're looking for free things to do in Albuquerque, we have ten of the best attractions, plus five sites that cost under $10 to visit.

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Day Trips

Trek the trails, learn Native history, peruse and purchase art and be back in time for dinner.

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