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Take the Left at Albuquerque: Things to Do
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Albuquerque is the biggest city in the Land of Enchantment. I lived there for much of my childhood and have fond memories. There's plenty to do! 😜
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This is a really cute spot and the food is delicious! My Mom & I come here when I'm in town.
Tula's Kitchen | American Restaurant in Albuquerque, NM
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This is a cute marketplace that contains several eateries.  You can try:  Paxton's Taproom, Hiro Sushi, XO Waffle and tons of other spaces.  It's cute and you have one stop shopping.
Sawmill Market
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The food is down home good. It's like you went to Moms for breakfast, brunch, or dinner. All you have to contemplate is green or red
WECK'S
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I know, you're thinking, a pizza joint?  Trust me, Dion's has THEE best pizza, salads, etc!  You can even add green chili to your pizza.  I may be biased, but it's the best pizza!
Dion's Pizza
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Think Tapas.  I've always loved the idea of shareable plates.  Probably because I'm greedy!  The food is good and they serve desert.
Triana
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My Mom loves this place!  If you like Mexican food check out Garcias.
Garcia's Kitchen
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Yes, ABQ has a chicken & waffles joint! You can also get fried catfish, beer & wine, fried pickles and a few other things. It's yummy!
Frank's Famous Chicken & Waffles
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This place is all the rage in ABQ and super local. If you want something besides red& green chili (ha!) check it out.
Afghan Kebab House
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Their restaurant is actually Michelin rated! You'll have to make reservations way in advance as it fills up quickly. But, if you're also looking for a spray, inn and/or place to stay, this is also your go to.
Los Poblanos Lavender & Organic farm
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The Range serves a mean breakfast with avocado toast, capuccino's, huevos rancheros, etc. They also have a large menu for lunch & dinner. Their dessert menu is extensive.
Range Cafe
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I like the variety of this menu. It's different. You can get some crispy tofu bites, blistered shishitos, and Korean chicken bites.
Sixty-Six Acres
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Entertainment

ABQ has a lot of outdoor activities, but plenty of indoor entertainment as well.  Plenty to do, but the Balloon Festival is top notch.  Plan for October and you won't regret it.

 
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The Balloon Fiesta is the LARGEST in the world. People come from all over the world to participate in and watch the balloons. You MUST come in October to watch them fly all over the city. I remember them flying over my house when I was little. Yo...
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
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This is one of a few casinos in Albuquerque.  They also host events, concerts, cosmic bowling etc.  Just check their calendar of events.
Sandia Casino
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My Mom used to take us here about every other year. It's nice to see the sights and there's a pretty good restaurant up top.
Sandia Peak Tramway
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As caverns go, this one is pretty big. There are 119 caverns down there! You can take a tour or go solo. They have a book store and a gift shop. Time to entry tickets are required so make sure to book ahead.
Carlsbad Caverns National Park
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You can catch the rail runner from Albuquerque to Santa Fe to check out the shops, etc. I like going up on the weekends for their Farmers Market. You can also catch the Sky Train in Santa Fe for a 'mystery theater' ride, sunset ride, or others.
New Mexico Rail Runner Express
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A nostalgic trip into trinkets & gadgets. It's one of Albuquerque's national treasures.
Tinkertown Museum
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You can catch the Rail Runner from Albuquerque to Santa Fe (it's a short ride) the hop on the Sky Rail for a sunset ride with cocktails and/or live music. It's pretty cool!
Sky Railway
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If you like golfing, this is the place to be. It's got a meticulous 18-hole course that has been recrafted over the past 10 years. You can use the golf pass as well.
Albuquerque Country Club
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The botanical garden offers a diverse collection of plants, flowers, and themed gardens, including a Japanese garden, a desert garden, and a Mediterranean conservatory. It's a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere with informative exhibits, such as the Bu...
ABQ BioPark
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This is one of those paint & sip spots where you can also purchase cocktails.  The whole family can paint at the same time.
Painting with a Twist
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