I've been to Albuquerque twice! Once as a solo traveler and once with friends. After visiting I have a list of recommendations for the best things to do, where to eat, and where to stay when visiting Albuquerque.
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Things to do in Albuquerque
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Things to do in Albuquerque
This city of Albuquerque has culture, history, nature, and great museums. If you only have time for one thing in Albuquerque you have to check out Old Town.
I've traveled to Albuquerque twice, once being as a solo female traveler. Here is a guide about safety and how to stay safe when visiting.
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Albuquerque has some fun different options to stay at!
The 10 BEST Hotels in Albuquerque
Albuquerque Tourism website for recommendations.
Visit Albuquerque Tourism
Old Town is my favorite part of Albuquerque. If you only have time for one stop in Albuquerque, go to Old Town! Here is a guide for what to do.
10 BEST Things to Do in Old Town Albuquerque
After being to Albuquerque twice here is a list for what not to miss when visiting!
15 Fun Things to Do in Albuquerque
This museum took me between 1-2 hours to go through.
Albuquerque Museum
If you like dinosaurs you will enjoy this science and history museum.
New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science
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Albuquerque is known for it's hot air balloon rides. Try this ride at sunrise!
Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Ride at Sunrise
I've done this ghost tour and it's neat to walk around Old Town at night and hear history along with the ghost stories.
The Ghost Tour of Old Town
Walking tours are great to start a trip so you can learn about the city and get recommendations before you set out on your own to explore. I especially like them as a solo traveler.
Albuquerque Old Town Walking Tour
A bucket list event to visit! Make sure you plan ahead with hotel bookings and scheduling rides. This festival happens in October.
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
The Biopark consists of a Zoo, an Aquarium, a Botanical Garden, and Tingley Beach.
ABQ BioPark
Great views of the city of Albuquerque. This is something good to do if you are going to head to Santa Fe. It's in the same direction on your way to Santa Fe.
Sandia Peak Tramway
Places to Eat in Albuquerque
Albuquerque is a foodie paradise! These are only a few of the delicious food options in Albuquerque.
They have tons of good food, but my favorite time to eat there is for breakfast. Get the Southwest Benny, its delicious!
Flying Star Cafe
I loved eating in the outdoor space here.
Church Street Cafe
Eat Native American cuisine here. I like their Indian tacos and blue corn onion rings. Their salads are always very fresh too.
Indian Pueblo Kitchen
I loved this food hall! It has lots of different food choices: burgers, sushi, pizza, Spanish food, Brazilian food, Greek food, Vietnamese food, and more I haven't even tried!
Sawmill Market
A quirky smaller food hall. Not as many options as Sawmill Market, but still fun!
Tin Can Alley | Food Hall
One of the largest restaurants in the Southwest!
El Pinto Restaurant & Cantina
Places to Stay in Albuquerque
Albuquerque has any of the basic hotel chains, but they have so many fun local choices too! Historic hotels, funky motels, motels on Route 66, elegant hotels, something for everyone!
A luxury hotel in Old Town. Within walking distance of Sawmill Market.
Hotel Chaco
A motel on Route 66. It has been updated very nicely but still kept a vintage retro decor.
