Central New Mexico

Travel Guide

Central New Mexico
Albuquerque featuring street scenes
Albuquerque featuring a sunset and a city
Santa Fe featuring a park, outdoor art and street scenes
Santa Fe featuring shopping and street scenes

Where to stay in Central New Mexico

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Downtown Santa Fe

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

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 Santa Fe Plaza or Lensic Performing Arts Center while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Downtown Santa Fe
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Southside

3.5/5(5 area reviews)

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.

Southside
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Northeast Heights

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Northeast Heights, Cliff's Amusement Park and ABQ Uptown are top sights worth seeing.

Northeast Heights
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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.

Old Town Albuquerque
Canyon Road featuring art and interior views

Historic Eastside

While visiting Historic Eastside, you might make a stop by sights like Canyon Road and ViVO Contemporary.

Historic Eastside
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Downtown Albuquerque

4/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Albuquerque
Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
3.5 out of 5
2400 Yale Blvd Se, Albuquerque, NM
The price is €89 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
€89
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,407 reviews)
Best Western stay.
"The hotel was satisfactory and the staff was very responsive to our requests. There is no elevator but they did have a bell hop to assist and a good shuttle service to the airport. Overall I would recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2025

Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
The Querque Hotel
The Querque Hotel
3 out of 5
1760 Menaul Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM
The price is €85 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
€85
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,529 reviews)
"Suitable for our needs. High volume of customers makes it hard to keep clean. Good value."

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2025

The Querque Hotel
Hotel Santa Fe
Hotel Santa Fe
4 out of 5
1501 Paseo De Peralta, Santa Fe, NM
The price is €196 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
€196
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Love it. Do it.
"We love this hotel and the adjacent hacienda. Breakfast taco were a perfect start. We slept until almost 10am. Peaceful delight. We use the shuttle too"

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2025

Hotel Santa Fe
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Fort Marcy Hotel Suites by All Seasons Resort Lodging
Fort Marcy Hotel Suites by All Seasons Resort Lodging
3 out of 5
321 Kearney Ave, Santa Fe, NM
Stay at this aparthotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,154 reviews)
"This little casa was so cute. Completely decorated with Santa Fe charm. Every detail was thought of. I really liked this location and convenience to the mountain and downtown. Would definitely book again."

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2025

Fort Marcy Hotel Suites by All Seasons Resort Lodging
Casa Buena Vista: Outdoor Hot Tub - Walk to Plaza
Casa Buena Vista: Outdoor Hot Tub - Walk to Plaza
Santa Fe
Stay at this vacation home in Santa Fe. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Santa Fe Plaza and Meow Wolf are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (265 reviews)
Nice and quiet
"Had a great visit. House was beautiful and cozy. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2025

Casa Buena Vista: Outdoor Hot Tub - Walk to Plaza
La Dea
La Dea
4 out of 5
2861 Agua Fria St, Santa Fe, NM
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Meow Wolf and Santa ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
"Beautiful place and great location"

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2025

La Dea
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Popular places to visit

Santa Fe Plaza which includes street scenes, religious elements and a church or cathedral

Santa Fe Plaza

4.5/5(7 reviews)

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.

Santa Fe Plaza
Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum showing interior views

Balloon Fiesta Park

5/5(1 review)

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 lively festivals.

Balloon Fiesta Park
University of New Mexico

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 lively festivals.

University of New Mexico
Rio Grande Zoo showing land animals and zoo animals

ABQ BioPark Zoo

5/5(1 review)

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
Meow Wolf

Meow Wolf

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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.

Meow Wolf
Ski Santa Fe

Ski Santa Fe

3/5(1 review)

Hit the slopes at Ski Santa Fe during your trip to Santa Fe. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

Ski Santa Fe

Things to do

Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

€181
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
Turquoise Museum Visit

Turquoise Museum Visit

€20
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Turquoise Museum Visit
Safe practices. Social distancing. Masks. Sanitizer. OUTDOORS in scenic Old Town.

The Ghost Tour of Old Town - New Mexico's oldest Ghost Walk - Since 2001

€33
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Ghost Tour of Old Town - New Mexico's oldest Ghost Walk - Since 2001
Shared Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride in Albuquerque

Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Rides at Sunrise

€229
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Rides at Sunrise
Discover the restless spirits that refuse to fade into oblivion on our Albuquerque's haunted tour.

Old Town Albuquerque Ghost Tour

€31
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Old Town Albuquerque Ghost Tour
Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/GPS Walking Tour

Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour

€8
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour
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Albuquerque showing street scenes

Albuquerque

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Sandia Park