Downtown Albuquerque Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Albuquerque
Popular places to visit
Albuquerque Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Albuquerque Convention Center during your trip to Albuquerque. Experience the area's fascinating museums and lively festivals.
Albuquerque Civic Plaza
You can find out about the history of Albuquerque with a visit to Albuquerque Civic Plaza. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
El Rey Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at El Rey Theater during your trip to Albuquerque. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.
Sunshine Theater
You can enjoy a show at Sunshine Theater on your trip to Albuquerque. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
KiMo Theater
Enjoy a show at KiMo Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Albuquerque. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed art galleries.
Harwood Art Center
Take the family on an outing to Harwood Art Center during your trip to Albuquerque. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed art galleries.
Activities
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
8pm ORIGINAL Ghost Tour of Old Town Albuquerque - since 2001!
Private Hot Air Balloon Flights with Elevated New Mexico
Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour
Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour
Albuquerque International Sunport Private Transfer
Our pick of the best Downtown Albuquerque Hotel Deals
The Clyde Hotel
"The Clyde is one of my fav places to stay. It has a mix of old school ambiance and amenities."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
ARRIVE Albuquerque
"I am a returning customer. Enough said."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Albuquerque
"We loved it and definitely will be staying there again next time"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Hotel Andaluz Albuquerque, Curio Collection by Hilton
"Amazing restaurants. Attentive staff. Loved this hotel"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque
"Interesting place if it were just my husband and I. It got a little awkward and uncomfortable when walking to our room and hearing loud sex from multiple rooms. Seems the place to go for adult fun but not so much with kids. The pool area was extremely slippery where several people fell including ..."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
The Querque Hotel
"Room was great, very spacious. Convenient to many areas, but not walkable to anything. Decent breakfast, but no protein options."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Albuquerque
Northeast Heights
If you're spending some time in Northeast Heights, Cliff's Amusement Park and ABQ Uptown are top sights worth seeing.
Old Town Albuquerque
Unique features of Old Town Albuquerque include the historical sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Old Town Plaza or Albuquerque Museum while you're exploring the area.
Balloon Fiesta Park - North I-25
If you're spending some time in Balloon Fiesta Park - North I-25, Cliff's Amusement Park and Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum are top sights worth seeing.
North Valley
You'll enjoy the mountain views and breweries in North Valley. You might want to make time for a stop at Los Poblanos Open Space or Rio Grande.
Westside
Westside is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Rio Grande, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
