Local Attractions

Built in 1966, the Sandia Peak Tramway is still the longest aerial tramway in the world. You will get an amazing scenic way of Albuquerque, the New Mexico area and all of that fresh air mountain air goodness while sitting in a comfortable seat. You could, of course, make it a tad more difficult by taking a hike one way, and then taking the tram the other way. The pictures, if anything, are absolutely worth it.

The city’s rich heritage is the focus at this museum, which features exhibits depicting the art, history and culture of the Southwest. It is family-friendly, both entertaining and educating at the same time. There are fantastic regional exhibitions related to Albuquerque, and some special exhibitions. Perhaps this is not the biggest art exhibition out there, but the quality and selection makes up for it. 

Old Town’s official beginning took place on April 23, 1706, when Francisco Cuervo y Valdés, the Spanish governor of New Mexico, certified the founding of the Villa de Alburquerque. Spain’s Laws of the Indies, in effect at the time, required setting a plaza at the center of any villa.

Stroll the Plaza. Dine at a selection of restaurants in the area. Visit our museums. Take a guided tour. Shop at over 150 stores and galleries for unique gifts from the Southwest and around the world. 

Quiet hidden patios, winding brick paths, gardens and balconies are waiting to be discovered! 

A magical trail right in the middle of Albuquerque. You can walk through the park or even ride a bike. There are options to rent both an e-bike from Kickstand Cafe or the usual bikes from Routes to cycle. Once you take the trail, it’s easy to fall in love with the river, the shade and the scenic view of the peak. 

Great location to have a picnic, so it might be a good idea to take some food and drinks with you, and take some time to unwind. 

Situated at 7,000 feet in the foothills of the southern Rocky Mountains, Santa Fe is the highest and oldest capital in the U.S. Founded between 1607 and 1610, it’s America’s second oldest city. In 1912, New Mexico officially achieved statehood.

Santa Fe is known as the City Different and within one visit, you will know why. Santa Fe embodies a rich history, melding Hispanic, Anglo and Native American cultures whose influences are apparent in everything from the architecture, the food, the art and on.

Visiting the center is one of the best ways to get closer to the Pueblo heritage of New Mexico. There are innovative exhibitions that take you from ancient to current times as an inspirational and personal experience. 

You can also have a meal at the Indian Pueblo Kitchen, an incredible teaching kitchen and restaurant. It is centered around Indigenous foodways, education and exploration.

It isn’t the easiest place to find. It’s going to be challenging. You might need a guide to show you the best spots. But at the end of the day, when you see the golden sunset in a place of true tranquility, it is easy to become one with nature.

And that’s when all that challenge, sweat and wandering pays off. There’s no place quite like the Basti Badlands in New Mexico. If you’re into taking a hiking adventure on your trip, definitely choose the Badlands.

Visiting the center is one of the best ways to get closer to the Pueblo heritage of New Mexico. There are innovative exhibitions that take you from ancient to current times as an inspirational and personal experience. 

You can also have a meal at the Indian Pueblo Kitchen, an incredible teaching kitchen and restaurant. It is centered around Indigenous foodways, education and exploration.