Taylor Ranch Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Keep your eyes out along the trail for petroglyphs that are hidden along the way. #treasurehunt
Keep your eyes out along the trail for petroglyphs that are hidden along the way. #treasurehunt
One of many petroglyphs along the trail.
Incredibly friendly balloon pilots and a ceremonial champagne toast at the end. It's not that scary, even if you're afraid of heights like I am.
This is a lovely park on Albuquerque's west side, complete with a duck pond & bridge, soccer fields, baseball park, and walking trail around the perimeter.

Popular places to visit

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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.

Balloon Fiesta Park
Yucca in its full, glorious bloom on UNM campus just north of Northrop Hall.

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.

University of New Mexico
ABQ BioPark Zoo which includes zoo animals and land animals

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 Zoo
Autumn at the top of the Sandia Mountains in Albuquerque, NM is not to be missed if you happen to visit at just the right time. Hope you're not afraid of heights. #CeliaLuzPhotography #autumn #Albuquerque #NewMexico #trees #landscape #nature #Hike #Sandias #fall #travel #places #seasons #BestHikesAroundtheWorld

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.

Sandia Peak Tramway
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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 lively festivals.

Old Town Plaza
I love this photo- this friendly guy looks suspended in time as if the moment I clicked the camera button I captured him perfectly... Of course that means that his release began the second my finger let go of the button!

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 fascinating museums.

ABQ BioPark Aquarium

Activities

Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

AU$282
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery

Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - Albuquerque, NM

AU$119
per adult
Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - Albuquerque, NM
Hot air balloon over a river at dusk in Albuquerque

ABQ Sunset Hot Air Balloon Ride

AU$336
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
ABQ Sunset Hot Air Balloon Ride
Turquoise Museum Visit

Turquoise Museum Visit

AU$31
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Turquoise Museum Visit
Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour

Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour

AU$12
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour
Picture 13 for Activity Albuquerque: Old Town Hauntings of the Wild West Ghost Tour

Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour

AU$48
per adult
Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour
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Our pick of the best Taylor Ranch Hotel Deals

The Querque Hotel

The Querque Hotel

3 out of 5
1760 Menaul Rd NE Albuquerque NM
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,906 reviews)
The staff was friendly, I felt safe with the security car constantly driving around the hotel and the room was decent and clean.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

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The Querque Hotel
Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque

Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque

3 out of 5
6000 Pan American Fwy NE Albuquerque NM
The price is AU$170 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$170
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a 24-hour business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,308 reviews)
The stay was fantastic. The room was super clean, the staff was friendly, honestly, one of the best hotel stays I’ve ever had.

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque
Isleta Resort and Casino

Isleta Resort and Casino

4 out of 5
11000 Broadway Blvd SE Albuquerque NM
The price is AU$179 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
AU$179
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Albuquerque. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,708 reviews)
Beautiful property. It was easy to get to. Reasonable price.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Isleta Resort and Casino
Embassy Suites by Hilton Albuquerque

Embassy Suites by Hilton Albuquerque

3.5 out of 5
1000 Woodward Place NE Albuquerque NM
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$232 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$232
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free breakfast, 24-hour room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,145 reviews)
Nice clean rooms with plenty of space.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Albuquerque
Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel

Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel

3 out of 5
54 Jemez Canyon Dam Rd Bernalillo NM
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bernalillo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,527 reviews)
The room was very clean, everything was stocked, the hotel was clean and staff was courtesy

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

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Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel
Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport

Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport

3 out of 5
1400 Sunport Place SE Albuquerque NM
The price is AU$166 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$166
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,394 reviews)
Great breakfast options.

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Taylor Ranch

Rocks. That seems to be some of the most interesting things in New Mexico right? Well that actually may be true. Petroglyph National Monument, located in Albuquerque NM, is home to lots of rocks. In fact, these volcanic rocks happen to hold carvings, like the ones you see here, that are over 400 years old! Native Americans, and early Spanish settlers, are thought to have left these as guides, warnings, or for spiritual reasons. For a less crowded siteseeing, and to enjoy some exercise, take the south trail. 2.5 miles of dirt path, practically all to yourself! #NationalPark #NewMexico

Westside

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Westside is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Rio Grande, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

Westside
Lots of interesting petroglyphs to be found on the basalt boulders along the escarpment.

Paradise Hills Civic

If you're spending some time in Paradise Hills Civic, Paradise Hills Golf Club and Desert Greens Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.

Paradise Hills Civic
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center showing interior views

Near North Valley

Near North Valley might not have many top sights, but Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and Rio Grande Trail are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Near North Valley
Albuquerque has a beautiful botanical garden. A mid-October visit rewarded us with quite a number of blooms. #Trovember

West Old Town

4/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting West Old Town, you might make a stop by sights like ABQ BioPark Aquarium and Old Town Plaza.

West Old Town
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Sawmill Area

4/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Sawmill Area, Explora Science Center and Children's Museum and Atomic Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Sawmill Area
The Day of the Dead is a Mexican holiday celebrated throughout Mexico, in particular the Central and South regions, and by people of Mexican heritage elsewhere.  Date: Thu, Oct 31, 2019 – Sat, Nov 2, 2019 Celebrations: Creation of altars to remember the dead, traditional dishes for the Day of the Dead Significance: Prayer and remembrance of friends and family members who have died Observed by: Mexico, and regions with large Mexican populations

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.

Old Town Albuquerque

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