Location: Los Ranchos de Albuquerque
Top Things to do in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque
- 1. Los Poblanos Historic Inn & Organic Farm
- 2. Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Presented by Canon
- 3. Explora Science Center and Children's Museum of Albuquerque
- 4. Vintage and More
- 5. Unser Racing Museum
- 6. La Luz Trail
- 7. ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden
- 8. Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
- 9. KiMo Theatre
- 10. Albuquerque Museum
Top Restaurants in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque
Top 10 Things to do in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, United States
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, known locally simply as "Los Ranchos" or "The Village," is a village in Bernalillo County, New Mexico, United States. The population was 6,024 at the 2010 Census. Part of the Albuquerque Metropolitan Statistical Area, Los Ranchos is located on the east side of the Rio Grande, adjacent to the unincorporated North Valley area. Los Ranchos is surrounded on three sides by the larger city of Albuquerque, and its location astride busy transportation routes has been a source of friction with its larger neighbor, as Los Ranchos' efforts to maintain its rural character conflicts with Albuquerque's desire to enhance transportation. Like the North Valley and Corrales, Los Ranchos is an expensive, mostly rural area with widely spaced large houses and dense vegetation.
Restaurants in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque
1. Los Poblanos Historic Inn & Organic Farm
Overall Ratings
4 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By Curly_W706 - Colorado
Really enjoyed our stay here. The staff were great and the facility is well maintained. Had an excellent dinner.
2. Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Presented by Canon
Overall Ratings
5 based on 368 reviews
Imagine over 500 colorful hot air balloons rising up at dawn over the New Mexico landscape… there's truly nothing like it, and the place to experience it is each October at the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta. Spectators and balloon pilots from all over the world gather (some even camping in their RVs) to watch mass ascensions held in the mornings and night events like a 'glowdeo' held in the evening. Music stages are set up during the day and performers stroll through the festival crowds. Every year the Balloon Fiesta kicks off on the first Saturday of October and continues for nine days.
Reviewed By Suzibeaton - Kilwinning, United Kingdom
We found out the information from our hotel about the Balloon festival and were disappointed to find out that we had missed the balloons going up at night. However we were informed that we could see the balloons going up the following morning.
We got up very early at 6.30am! It was freezing so if you are going early in the morning wrap up as i was frozen even with the sun shining. The staff at the hotel advised us that when they watch the balloons they find a street off the freeway and park up and watch the balloons.
We found a car showroom retail park and parked up with a great view of where the balloons would be ascending. It was extremely cold but lovely to see the sun rising. there was no one else parked beside us until bit later.
Disappointingly there was a problem with the ascension as we were watching at the allocated time and nothing happened. We went online and you can get exact information and the wind was the problem. I was worried they wouldn't be able to go up and we were leaving to go onto Gallup. We then saw 1/2 balloons going up and got excited but that was it. After about an hr and half 20 balloons went up and was an amazing sight to see them all going up at different times. There wasn't the mass ascension we were expected butt more and more began to ascend to the skies.
We moved on and had to get petrol and there was a petrol station nearby which was extremely busy with people now watching the ascension which was in mid flow.
I'm glad we got up early and were able to see this amazing sight. Defo worth going to if you can.
3. Explora Science Center and Children's Museum of Albuquerque
Overall Ratings
5 based on 714 reviews
Explora is an innovative learning place, part science center, part children's museum, providing fun, truly hands-on activities in science, technology, and art for people of all ages, from toddlers to teens to adults. We have an early childhood learning area, including a special area for toddlers to explore, and children and adults enjoy not only our two main floors of exhibit activities, but our outdoor decks with views, giant building blocks, playground patio, and gift shop filled with entertaining and educational items great for at home or travel fun. We offer after-school, home school, and early childhood classes, plus winter, spring, and summer camps for kids. Located in Albuquerque's historic Old Town, Explora has free parking and is perfectly situated for a walk to the nearby park, shops, and restaurants. We close Jan 1, July 4, the week after labor day, Thanksgiving, Dec. 25. We close early at 2pm Dec. 24 & 31.
Reviewed By Helen L - Albuquerque
Explora! is a great place. My only criticism is that the times they acknowledge that adults might want to experience what they offer without having to shove kids aside (no, just kidding, we don't do that) are infrequent.
4. Vintage and More
Overall Ratings
5 based on 3 reviews
Vintage & More is an antique shop located in the heart of Albuquerque's famous "Antique Mile." Furniture, collectibles, vintage clothing, jewelry, artwork, linens, quilts, and much more are offered at reasonable prices. The huge 12-room house contains antiques from different periods, and in a variety of styles. You’re sure to find that special treasure! The friendly staff will always greet you with a smile, and serve you complementary cookies and candies. There’s plenty of off-street parking. Vintage & More is a great place to shop!
Reviewed By bob c - Village of Los Ranchos
My first buy here were some (metal) "button covers" which I'd never heard of, which easily slip on/off regular/blah shirt/blouse buttons to add a unique splash to your ensemble! Y'all have a myriad of cozy "rooms" to wander through, whereby a variety of consignees offer items from variegated "life-times" in orderly displays. Another convenience is it's amongst several other locally owned antique shoppes in what's called The Antique Mile where there are several restaurants of note for munching along with Walt White's headstone if you are into Br Ba, the tasting room of internationally awarded Casa Rondena Winery, and the race car museum of the Unsers to drop into as well! (Re the latter: while I'm not "into" racing, I Iook upon the cars on display as metal sculptures!)
(Disclaimer: since my first and subsequent visits and unbeknownst to me, my Daughter opted into a cubbyhole space. As I get no kickback from her and have not IDed her 'space', hope this does not disqualify me from my making an otherwise objective review.)
5. Unser Racing Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 307 reviews
Reviewed By gcleff11 - Cheney, Wa
Loved this place. I grew up watching Bobby, Al, and Junior, but it was really informative reading about the triumph--and tragedy--of the senior Unsers, and Momma Unser's passion for chilli. I knew nothing about them, but came away with a total understanding of the family's intense competitive nature towards open-wheel racing, and fixation on the Indy 500. Add to the history learned, was an incredible display of static vehicles, that made this 50-something fella feel like a wide-eyed 10-year old boy. So cool. I must state it is a bit of a 'dude' place, but also saw a lot of nice spouses patiently accompanying their hubbies while they drooled at all that metal muscle. A great place to visit for a couple of hours, and come away with new knowledge of this famous family...
6. La Luz Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 186 reviews
Reviewed By GRWLR51 - O'Fallon, Illinois
First, be aware that the tram could shutdown while on your way up. This happened to me when apparently it got too windy. I arrived and found out my only choice was to hike back down the 8 mile trek again!! NOOOO!! Fortunately i happened to catch someone just leaving the restaurant work site and they gave me a ride (thank you Lord!)
Don’t let that happen to you. Look at the weather, and watch the times for the Tram.
I’m not much of a hiker but I’m in decent shape. This was one of the toughest hikes I’ve ever done just because it is so long and the altitude is so high. It took me almost 4 hours to complete the nearly 8 miles and 5,000’ climb. The view all the way up it is just incredible.
There is still quite a bit of snow on the trail so i would definitely suggest something more waterproof than sneakers.
But it’s must try. It’s just beautiful.
7. ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 651 reviews
Reviewed By Tabitha K - Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
We are ABQ BioPark members. This place is beautiful and amazing. When the weather is nice, we go often. Employees are courteous and friendly.
8. Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Owned and run by the 19 Indian Pueblos of New Mexico, this important center showcases the history of the Pueblo people through ancient artifacts, dance demonstrations and art exhibits.
Reviewed By Rosario_it - Brussels
Without doubt the best museum in Albuquerque.
We visited it before leaving Albuquerque and going to Santa Fè.
The museum if quite big and there are several sections to see all dedicated to the Native Americans (several groups) living in this area.
At particular times there are also some spectacles but we didn't had any during our visit.
9. KiMo Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 130 reviews
Reviewed By DeanMurphy2020 - Orlando, Florida
KiMo Theatre is arguably the city’s most renowned landmark. Constructed in 1927 in the extravagant Pueblo Revival/Art Deco architectural style, it blends adobe decorative motifs from indigenous cultures and linear elements of Art Deco architecture common in the 1920s. This 3-story adobe structure seeped in native pueblo architecture literally translated from the Tewa language means “mountain lion.” Fifty years after construction, KiMo had fallen into disrepair. It has undergone several restorations returning it to the former glory and is again open for public performances, seating about 650 visitors.
With Halloween approaching, I’d be remiss not to mention that KiMo is allegedly haunted by Robbie Darnall’s ghost. The age six boy was killed in 1951 (the year before my birth) when a water heater in the lobby exploded. The staff now maintains a space in a backstage stairwell for offerings in an attempt to appease the spirit. Wooooo☺
10. Albuquerque Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 496 reviews
The city's rich heritage is the focus at this museum, which features exhibits depicting the art, history and culture of the Southwest.
Reviewed By Katherine M - McKinney, Texas
We enjoyed the museum’s art and history. I also went on the walking tour of Old Town with a very knowledgeable docent. She also told us about several of the sculptures outside.
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