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Overview
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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Formerly known as the Albuquerque Museum of Art & History, this showpiece museum shouldn't be missed. With an engaging Albuquerque history gallery that's…
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Collectively run by New Mexico's 19 Pueblos, this cultural center is an essential stop-off during even the shortest Albuquerque visit. Revamped in 2016,…
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American International Rattlesnake Museum
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Anyone charmed by snakes and all things slithery will find this museum fascinating; for ophidiophobes, it’s a complete nightmare, filled with the world’s…
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New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science
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Dinosaur-mad kids are certain to love this huge modern museum, on the northeastern fringes of Old Town. From the T. rex in the main atrium onwards, it’s…
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The lava fields preserved in this large desert park, west of the Rio Grande, are adorned with more than 23,000 ancient petroglyphs (1000 BC–AD 1700)…
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The United States' longest aerial tram climbs 2.7 miles from the desert floor in the northeast corner of the city to the summit of 10,378ft Sandia Crest…
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The twin highlights in this peaceful park are the two large conservatories of Mediterranean and desert plants. You'll also find formal Japanese gardens, a…
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Set on 60 shady acres beside the Rio Grande and home to chimpanzees, giraffes, elephants, crocodiles and more, this zoo puts on a busy schedule of events…
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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.
Read articleBest Time to Visit
It's not unusual to ski in the morning, golf in the afternoon and eat outside all in one day.
Read articleTransportation
From finding your way on the bus network to riding the scenic aerial tramway, here's how to get around Albuquerque by public transportation.
Read articleFree 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.
Read articleBest Neighborhoods
Cultured Albuquerque’s diverse neighborhoods combine to create a distinctive city that celebrates its history and natural beauty.
Read articleDay Trips
Trek the trails, learn Native history, peruse and purchase art and be back in time for dinner.
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