Sandia Ridge Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Sandia Ridge
Popular places to visit
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 acclaimed art galleries.
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 theatre scene 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 fascinating museums.
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 lively festivals.
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
Learn about the 19 Pueblo tribes of New Mexico through exhibits, performances and craft demonstrations at this popular cultural attraction.
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 Sandia Ridge Hotel Deals
The Querque Hotel
Staff was excellent and made adjustments as per our request.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 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 Sandia Ridge
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.
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.
International District
While visiting International District, you might make a stop by sights like The Downs Racetrack and Casino and Expo New Mexico.
Martineztown-Santa Barbara
Martineztown-Santa Barbara might not have many top sights, but Sunshine Theater and Maxwell Museum of Anthropology are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Clayton Heights-Lomas Del Cielo
While visiting Clayton Heights-Lomas Del Cielo, you might make a stop by sights like The Pit and Isotopes Park.
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.
