Foothills South Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Foothills South
Popular places to visit
Sandia Foothills Open Space
Explore the great outdoors at Sandia Foothills Open Space, a lovely green space in Albuquerque.
Balloon Fiesta Park
After visiting Balloon Fiesta Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Albuquerque. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its lively festivals.
University of New Mexico
Enjoy the student vibe at University of New Mexico as part of your travels around Albuquerque. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Old Town Plaza
You can find out about the history of Albuquerque with a visit to Old Town Plaza. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
ABQ BioPark Zoo
Enjoy a day filled with animal encounters as you watch exotic creatures from all over the world, including powerful and ferocious predators.
ABQ BioPark Aquarium
Make time to visit the sea animals who live in ABQ BioPark Aquarium during your trip to Albuquerque. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Activities
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
The Ghost Tour of Old Town - New Mexico's oldest Ghost Walk - Since 2001
Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - Albuquerque, NM
Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour
Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour
Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque - Daily
Our pick of the best Foothills South Hotel Deals
The Querque Hotel
Lots of parking, security driving through regularly. Nice spot for the price and super pet friendly wing also. Pool was down during our stay but looks like a great pool in courtyard
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque
Friendly hostess, very clean in room and in common areas, cool design and art.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport
Check-in was great. I was so tired. The receptionist was very hospitably kind and even opened the door for me while I was bringing in my luggage.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Sandia Resort And Casino
Everything was spectacular. The room, the view, the service and amenities were great. 10/10 will definitely come back.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
Very good.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Isleta Resort and Casino
Property was a great place to stay. The staff was amazing very friendly and polite. Food was good and great choices. The only criticism would be the bed was a little hard and could of used one more pillow and a little more water pressure.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Foothills South
Northeast Heights
If you're spending some time in Northeast Heights, ABQ Uptown and Coronado Center are top sights worth seeing.
International District
While visiting International District, you might make a stop by sights like The Downs Racetrack and Casino and Expo New Mexico.
Uptown
Uptown is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Winrock Shopping Center and ABQ Uptown, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Albuquerque.
North Albuquerque Acres
Though North Albuquerque Acres may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sandia Peak Tramway and Sandia Casino.
Balloon Fiesta Park - North I-25
If you're spending some time in Balloon Fiesta Park - North I-25, Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum and Gruet Winery are top sights worth seeing.
Nob Hill
Unique features of Nob Hill include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Aux Dog Theater or Mariposa Gallery while you're exploring the area.
