Location: Albuquerque
Top Things to do in Albuquerque
The 6 Best Transportation in Albuquerque, New Mexico (NM)
Whether you're into history, culture, outdoor adventures or just in need of some new and unique scenery, Albuquerque offers exciting attractions for all ages and interests, anytime of the year. In the historic section of Old Town, ancient Indian and Spanish cultures come to life through old churches, quaint shops and piazzas, winding brick paths and adobe benches. Browsers can spend a whole day making their way through the more than 100 stores, boutiques and galleries that sell Southwestern goods as well as unique products from around the world. During the winter holiday season, Old Town is adorned with small lit candles and thousands come to stroll through the streets, listen to live music and celebrate. It is truly a sight to see. But the history doesn't stop there. The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and the Petroglyph National Monument offer a glimpse of old Indian customs and art. Families will find plenty to do at the Albuquerque Biological Park, which features a zoo, aquarium and botanic garden. Outdoor types will find ample opportunities for hiking, biking and golf. After working up an appetite, head to any number of fine restaurants that serve up a choice of hot or even hotter New Mexican cuisine. To top it all off, take a ride on the Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway for spectacular views of all this vibrant city has to offer.
Restaurants in Albuquerque
1. Sandia Peak Tramway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,943 reviews
Ride to new heights on North America's longest aerial tram ride. Sandia Peak Tram takes visitors 2.7 miles or 10,378 ft up the Sandia Mountains. Breath in the fresh mountain air and enjoy breathtaking views of over 11,000 square miles of New Mexico.
Reviewed By kellysD6459NT - Winchester, United States
The tram is a little pricey but worth it. We arrived a little before sunset and there was a long line. It moved fairly quick although they could really use a better set up to purchase tickets. The tram operators were great giving a lot of info on the ride. There is a temperature difference from bottom to top so a jacket is a good idea. The sunset ride and the city lights from Albuquerque and Santa Fe are a beautiful sight from top!
2. New Mexico Rail Runner
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 668 reviews
Reviewed By Lindy0424 - Albuquerque, United States
Even though I live in Albuquerque I have never taken the Rail Runner. A friend of mine has told me about it and encouraged me and my husband to try it. So we took the ride to Santa Fe. I'm so glad we did! The train is clean, seats are comfortable, bathrooms are clean, the scenery is beautiful ( enjoyed the western view the most). We rode the upper level for a better view. The train stopped in Santa Fe close to the Old Town Plaza. You can choose to take a shuttle to the plaza or walk in, which is about a 20 minute walk. We walked in, had lunch at The French Pastry Shop, then shopped and walked around for a few hours. We stopped at Tomasita's Mexican restaurant for drinks and a snack before heading back to the train just in time for the 4:15 ride. It was an all-around enjoyable experience. The rail extends from Santa Fe all the way south to Belen stopping at various cities and towns in between. Check out their website for details. From Albuquerque to Santa Fe it takes about the same amount of time on the train as it would take to drive by car, but without the hassle of the traffic, crazy maze of roads, and parking issues. Give it a try!
3. CLS Transportation
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 23 reviews
Charter Luxury Services (CLS) offers Tours, Private Car on Demand, and Charter services. We set the standard in private car and chauffeured services.
4. Talixo - Albuquerque
Talixo is a ground transportation tech company based in Berlin and offering 4 standardized booking categories, from taxi to first class, in 100+ countries.
5. New Mexico Rail Runner Express
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
6. Party Trolley
