Location: Albuquerque
Top Things to do in Albuquerque
Top 10 Things to do for Honeymoon 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. World Balloon
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5.0 based on 1,147 reviews
World Balloon is Albuquerque's original balloon ride! We pride ourselves on providing World Class Balloon Rides in the Albuquerque area year round. Please join us for the experience of a lifetime!
2. Private Balloon Flights
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5.0 based on 453 reviews
Private Balloon Flights is an Accident Free balloon ride operator flying thousands of passengers in total safety and comfort. Don't fly with 10 to 12 people you don't know, enjoy a private basket just for your party, or a shared basket limited to no more than 6 passengers plus our pilot!
3. Breaking Bad RV Tours
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5.0 based on 517 reviews
Miss Breaking Bad and love Better Call Saul take a tour in the RV just like the one on the show. We tour over 20 Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul Locations. Tour include a light lunch or dinner and we get out and take pictures at Los Pollos Hermanos, The Car Wash, Walts House, Better Call Sauls Office, The Super lab. Locations can change daily depending on filming Sechedule.
4. Rainbow Ryders Hot Air Balloon
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5.0 based on 1,850 reviews
"The Experience of a Lifetime Happening Right Now!" Rainbow Ryders Inc. Hot Air Balloon Company is proudly celebrating over 35 years of flight experience. Offering hot air balloon rides first thing in the morning at sunrise year round, and sunset flights in the winter months. Enjoy your hour long flight over the beautiful Rio Grande Valley, upon landing you will be welcomed back to the ground with a celebratory toast and a light continental breakfast as you are presented your commemorative flight certificate. We have proudly flown over 170,000 passengers and are the official balloon ride operator of the Worlds Largest Balloon Event. Flying in PHOENIX, LAS VEGAS, and ALBUQUERQUE year-round, and seasonally in COLORADO SPRINGS!
5. History and Ghost Tours of Old Town
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5.0 based on 573 reviews
We know Old Town & we'll show & tell you everything! Guided, outdoor, story-telling Tours, along the 315 year old paths & walkways of historic Old Town Albuquerque, share colorful assemblage of fascinating back stories & tantalizing tales. High Noon History, Legends & Lore Tours available 12pm. Private VIP History Tours: 2pm. Ghost Tour of Old Town NIGHTLY at 8pm. Professional Tour Guides entertain you with tales mixed with chills & chuckles, this is the perfect Old Town outing! No wonder the Ghost Tour is oldest & most famous Ghost Walk in the entire State of New Mexico! Special Tours & Events on select dates: Pedicab Tours, Ghost Hunting Tours, Pub Crawls, Step-on Guide Services, Private or Group Tours (1 to 100). Whether you're in Old Town for just a few hours or for several days, we'll ensure that you won't miss a thing! You will have the complete Old Town experience! Advance pre-paid reservations REQUIRED no later than 2-hours before Tour start time. Safe Practices! #AbqTours
6. ABQ Trolley Co.
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5.0 based on 1,508 reviews
The best first thing to do in Albuquerque! Spend a day exploring Albuquerque’s top attractions aboard the open-air ABQ Trolley*. Join us for our "Best of ABQ" guided city tour through Old Town, Nob Hill, Downtown and more. This tour is 100-minutes and departs from the Hotel Albuquerque near Old Town (800 Rio Grande NW). Join us for a variety of "speciality tours" on the Trolley and in our 14-passenger Mercedes Sprinter, including: Breaking Bad tours, TRAMsporter to the Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway, the Hopper Brew Cruise, and more. Tickets and tour dates/times available online! *The Best of ABQ city tour takes place in the Mercedes Sprinter from November-March. The ABQ Trolley is an Albuquerque Tourism & Sightseeing Factory (AT&SF) production. All aboard!
7. New Mexico Jeep Tours
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5.0 based on 533 reviews
Tours out of ALBUQUERQUE and SANTA FE. With over 300 days of sunshine, we're OPEN YEAR ROUND! The Land of Enchantment abounds in opportunities to explore the mysteries of its ancient past and wonders of its landscapes. Ancestral ruins, historic homesteads, petroglyphs, petrified forests and geologic marvels lie hidden in its hills and valleys. Wild horses run free on its mesas. You are invited to join us and experience why New Mexico is called the Land of Enchantment. Offering tours from 3 hours to all day, New Mexico Jeep Tours will take you off the beaten path to places rich in history and beauty that few have the opportunity to see. All tours include water and snacks and are private and personal so we can cater to the interests and abilities of your group. Please visit our website for detailed descriptions or our tours and more information.
8. Hot Air Balloonatics LLC
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5.0 based on 45 reviews
Hot Air Balloonatics LLC offers personalized hot air balloon rides in Albuquerque NM. We know you will probably only get one balloon ride in your life and we specialize in creating a "once in a lifetime" experience. Our baskets never have more than four passengers and your pilot a professional, FAA certified Commercial pilot. Our riders enjoy our commitment to safety and having a great ride. We typically fly in the mornings in Albuquerque/Rio Rancho, Depending on weather, we can fly in the afternoon during the winter season. Your flight will be be filled with interesting trivia about the local area and ballooning. Afterwards celebrate your flight with New Mexico "Bubbly", a traditional "NM celebratory snack" and a personalized First Flight Certificate, Celebrate with your new friends! Call today to reserve your flight. If you are planning a special event, such as a birthday, wedding or engagement, please let us know in advance so we can help make it even more special!
9. Sandia Peak Tramway
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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!
10. ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden
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4.5 based on 780 reviews
Reviewed By AeneasAtSea - Salt Lake City, United States
Albuquerque Biopark Botanical Gardens are a real delight. Not only do they have the desert gardens you would expect, but some small beautiful formal gardens, a tropical conservatory, a rose garden, and a really amazing Japanese garden section which includes a Zen garden and a Japanese lake garden. How they manage to keep it flourishing in New Mexico heat and alkaline soil is a testament to their diligence and skill They also have large shaded lawn area, picnic areas scattered through the park, a model railroad garden, a butterfly house, a farm garden, and a wonderful kids garden with huge vegetable and "plant" structures that kids (and adults) can walk under, through, between, etc.--giant carrots, caves with giant roots and bugs, a giant pumpkin, etc. There is also a narrow-gauge railroad that travels through the park. All the gardens are incredibly inventive, beautifully designed and maintained, and thoroughly delightful. Kids will adore it and adults will love all the little garden paths and hidden spots. One of the best botanical gardens I've ever visited. And your ticket price includes entrance to the next-door aquarium. Highly recommended.
