Foothills South
Albuquerque
Visit Foothills South
Popular places to visit
![Sandia Foothills Open Space](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f94de540c1300c045adfea8e6aabee50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Sandia Foothills Open Space
Explore the great outdoors at Sandia Foothills Open Space, a lovely green space in Albuquerque.
![Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum showing interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/170000/170098-Anderson-Abruzzo-Albuquerque-International-Balloon-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Balloon Fiesta Park
Explore the great outdoors at Balloon Fiesta Park, a lovely green space in Albuquerque. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
![University of New Mexico](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f781c2fe9acb18ba8781ec6ecd8be4a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Rio Grande Zoo showing land animals and zoo animals](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/169000/169641-Albuquerque.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Old Town Plaza](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2badcc13449d186bf700dd2ab2817a34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![ABQ BioPark Aquarium](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2f3a161117ea475cac0a87bde2a5984e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
Things to do
![Shared Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride in Albuquerque](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3620712/4505cd20-f583-4f0e-acce-4fe494437a3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Rides at Sunrise
![Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/178133/62277ba2-c7ef-4c8b-ae32-6cbd7f68985f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
![Safe practices. Social distancing. Masks. Sanitizer. OUTDOORS in scenic Old Town.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1004306/0cae0aea-6a88-4dfc-bdcd-c4334cac5bfd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
The Ghost Tour of Old Town - New Mexico's oldest Ghost Walk - Since 2001
![Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/GPS Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46057106/ef65ab0c-3ca7-4f22-beeb-c8d6cd7bbe76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour
![Discover the restless spirits that refuse to fade into oblivion on our Albuquerque's haunted tour.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46571662/c33403ff-6365-487b-afac-c1ad3d20fc70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Old Town Albuquerque Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Foothills South
![Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10598/135503c0_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2025
![The Querque Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69720000/69717000/69716984/003c98ff_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2025
![Isleta Resort and Casino](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2219800/2219777/2ac9c21e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2025
![Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20530000/20528500/20528491/6070a07e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2025
![Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12800/12776/76068253_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2025
![Sandia Resort And Casino](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1550000/1540100/1540099/5f37aa62_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Foothills South
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Northeast Heights
If you're spending some time in Northeast Heights, ABQ Uptown and Coronado Center are top sights worth seeing.
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International District
While visiting International District, you might make a stop by sights like The Downs Racetrack and Casino and Expo New Mexico.
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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.
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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.
![Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum which includes interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/170000/170098-Anderson-Abruzzo-Albuquerque-International-Balloon-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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 Balloon Fiesta Park are top sights worth seeing.
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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.