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 lively festivals and acclaimed art galleries.
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.
KiMo Theater
Enjoy a show at KiMo Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Albuquerque. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
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 lively festivals.
Telephone Museum of New Mexico
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Telephone Museum of New Mexico in Albuquerque. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
8pm ORIGINAL Ghost Tour of Old Town Albuquerque - since 2001!
Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - Albuquerque, NM
Private Hot Air Balloon Flights with Elevated New Mexico
Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour
Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown Albuquerque Hotel Deals
The Clyde Hotel
"Clean comfy beds. Quiet room."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
ARRIVE Albuquerque
"The evening shift staff as we checked in was very stand off ish and not helpful at all. However the morning staff was much more friendly as we checked out. The body wash was empty and there were some stains on the sheets. Overall the vibe of the hotel was cool however I would not stay there ..."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Albuquerque
"Nice room. Good location for our needs. Onsite affordable parking. Will stay again."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Hotel Andaluz Albuquerque, Curio Collection by Hilton
"Staff was great. Room was excellent. Layout was very friendly with the bathroom on one side opposite the bedroom. Liked having a TV in the bedroom as well to have on a different program. Good location as well. It was convenient to everything and the valet parking team was awesome. Didn't have to ..."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque
"The hotel staff were professional, polite, actually sweet, considerate and kind. The pool and working hot tub were amazingly clean. Only 1 thing was a drawback but was quickly taken care of. I needed an extension cord because our room was not yet updated with plug ins on the nightstand. Staff was ..."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
The Querque Hotel
"Clean, updated room that's great for budget conscious travelers."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Albuquerque
Northeast Heights
If you're spending some time in Northeast Heights, Arroyo del Oso Golf Course and Cliff's Amusement Park 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.
