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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Albuquerque Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Albuquerque Convention Center during your trip to Albuquerque. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
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 art galleries.
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.
Sandia Peak Tramway
You can take time to visit Sandia Peak Tramway during your travels to Albuquerque. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Activities
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
The 8pm Ghost Tour of Old Town Albuquerque - the BEST since 2001
Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour
Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque - Daily
Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour
Amazing Art Walk: Albuquerque Murals Abound!
Our pick of the best Sandia Ridge Hotel Deals
Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
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Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque
Nativo is a good place to stay when you are in Albuquerque. The front desk is full of great people. I had a room with a great view. I recommend staying here mostly since its close to everything. Thanks Nativo.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Isleta Resort and Casino
Loved staying at Isleta Casino! We stayed during Christmas time and the beautiful tree they have in the lobby was beautiful to look at. The staff was always kind and attentive.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Sandia Resort And Casino
I was impressed with the room I was given. It was very spacious.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
The Querque Hotel
This is a solid 3. I checked in and got a dirty room. Management was quick to fix it but shouldn’t have happened. The room I ended up with was clean but there small things like air vent filters (under the sink in the bathroom) that needed severe cleaning. The business station was down. The WiFi was ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport
Place was very clean believe me i checked
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
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.
Wells Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wells Park and surrounding area, you can visit Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and Explora Science Center and Children's Museum.
