Things to do in Central New Mexico
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Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Rides at Sunrise
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Romantic Rendezvous: Albuquerque’s Enchanting Couple’s Walk
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Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
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Make Your Own Stained Glass Honeycomb
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Santa Fe: Canyon Road Arts District Walking Tour
What to do in Central New Mexico
Popular places to visit
Santa Fe Plaza
Home to many landmarks in the heart of the city, this spacious square evokes echoes of the Spanish colonial era with its markets, bandstand and live music.
Balloon Fiesta Park
Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Balloon Fiesta Park, a popular green space 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.
Ski Santa Fe
Hit the slopes at Ski Santa Fe during your trip to Santa Fe. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Meow Wolf
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Meow Wolf during your trip to Santa Fe. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this walkable area.
Loretto Chapel
A mysterious spiral staircase with no known origin is the highlight of this former church that now acts as a wedding chapel and museum.
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.
Canyon Road
This charming road was once lined with typical adobe residences. Now art galleries, studios, restaurants and boutiques make it the most exclusive part of town.
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.
Areas of Central New Mexico
Downtown Santa Fe
Visitors to Downtown Santa Fe rave about its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries. You might also want to make some time to see Lensic Performing Arts Center or Georgia O'Keefe Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Northeast Heights
If you're spending some time in Northeast Heights, ABQ Uptown and Coronado Center are top sights worth seeing.
Southside
Southside is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Meow Wolf and International Museum of Collage, Assemblage & Construction, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santa Fe.
Old Town Albuquerque
Unique features of Old Town Albuquerque include the historical sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Old Town Plaza or New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science while you're exploring the area.
Downtown Albuquerque
Downtown Albuquerque is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Sunshine Theater and El Rey Theater while you're in town.
Historic Eastside
While visiting Historic Eastside, you might make a stop by sights like Canyon Road and Old Fort Marcy Park.
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