Albuquerque is the largest city in the state of New Mexico. It is the county seat of
Bernalillo County and is situated in the central part of the state, straddling the Rio Grande.
Albuquerque is nestled between the brilliant Sandia Mountains and the Rio Grande Valley.
The city is rich with culture and heritage and offers breathtaking landscapes.
Year after year residents flock to the city to enjoy Albuquerque's quality of life and
developing business environment.
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Rio Grande Zoo
Rio Grande Zoo
Founded in 1927, the 64-acre Rio Grande Zoo offers visitors close encounters with more than 250 species of exotic and native animals. Popular species include seals and sea lions, chimpanzees, gorillas, orangutans, elephants, polar bears, giraffes, hippos, camels, tamarins, koalas, Mexican wolves, mountain lions, monkeys, jaguars, zebras and rhinoceros. State-of-the-art exhibit design and eye-pleasing landscaping enhance zoo animal husbandry by creating naturalistic habitats with trees, grasses, water features and rockwork.
Sandia Peak Tram
Sandia Peak Tram
A trip on the world?s longest aerial tramway transports you above deep canyons and breathtaking terrain a distance of 2.7 miles. See some of nature?s more dramatic beauty unfold before you. At sunset the desert skies produce a spectacular array of color, and your vantage point from the observation deck atop 10,378 foot Sandia Peak in the Cibola National Forest affords an 11,000 square-mile panoramic view of the Rio Grande Valley and the Land of Enchantment.
Albuquerque's Old Town
Albuquerque's Old Town
Take a walk through history around Albuquerque's Old Town, the serene village that has been the focal point of community life since 1706. Quiet hidden patios, winding brick paths, gardens and balconies are waiting to be discovered. Wrought iron and adobe benches beckon you to rest in the shade and watch people stroll by. Visit historic San Felipe de Neri Church and relax in the Rose Garden.
Albuquerque Area Museums
National Atomic Museum
The National Atomic Museum is the nation's only Congressionally chartered museum of nuclear science and history. The museum was established in 1969 as an intriguing place to learn the story of the Atomic Age, from early research of nuclear development through today's peaceful uses of nuclear technology.
Balloon Museum
Our Museum is dedicated to the art, culture, history, science and sport of lighter-than-air craft.
Join us in celebrating these high-flying pioneers!
There are always new things to do and see at the Museum of Natural History and Art. Visit their website and
check it out!
American International Rattlesnake Museum
An albino western diamondback is among the rare specimens at this unique museum. Educational video provides insightful information about these enigmatic creatures.
Explora
Loads of hands-on exhibits encourage interactive learning at this 50,000 square foot facility. Discover how science, the arts, and culture interrelate by enjoying the Creation Station and exhibits about animals and biology, water and the Rio Grande, light and optics, and energy and technology.
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
A vast collection of exhibits, performances, and information on Native American culture in general and the Pueblo Indians in particular. Weekend performances of Native American dances, arts and crafts demonstrations, and many year-round special events are free to the public.
These are just a few of the museums you'll find in the greater Albuquerque area.
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Albuquerque Arts and Culture
KiMo Theatre
The City of ABQ's Historic KiMo Theatre: Unique with Pueblo-Deco style featuring Native American motifs & hosting a broad spectrum of performances & events.
PopeJoy Hall Center for the Arts
Popejoy Presents, a series of touring Broadway shows and national and international performers.
The New Mexico Symphony Orchestra also performs at Popejoy Hall along with the performances by the UNM Department of Music and the Albuquerque Youth Symphony.
Hot Air Balloon Rides
Albuquerque's fabulous weather offers the perfect opportunity to take to the skies, either in a hot air balloon, glider or airplane. Or get a pilot's-eye view of the city and Sandia Mountain from the gondola of the Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway--the world's longest.
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, the world's largest hot air balloon festival, takes place each October, when you'll see more than 700 balloons in the sky at a time. This magical hot air balloon festival is considered to be the most photographed event in the world, drawing a huge international crowd of balloonists and spectators.
Albuquerque Area Attractions
Greater Albuquerque area guide to restaurants, attractions, events, nightlife
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Albuquerque Golf
Four Hills Country Club, Four Hills Course
The 18-hole "Four Hills" course at the Four Hills Country Club facility in Albuquerque, New Mexico features 6,734 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. The course rating is 72.2 and it has a slope rating of 134 on Blue grass. Designed by Bob E. Baldock, the Four Hills golf course opened in 1958.
Los Altos Golf Course
The 18-hole "Los Altos" course at the Los Altos Golf Course facility in Albuquerque, New Mexico features 6,459 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 71. The course rating is 69.5 and it has a slope rating of 114.
Championship Golf Course At University of New Mexico, South Course
The 18-hole "South" course at the Championship Golf Course At University of New Mexico facility in Albuquerque, New Mexico features 7,248 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. The course rating is 74.3 and it has a slope rating of 134 on Blue grass. Designed by Red Lawrence, ASGCA, the South golf course opened in 1967.
Puerto Del Sol Golf Course
The 9-hole "Puerto Del Sol" course at the Puerto Del Sol Golf Course facility in Albuquerque, New Mexico features 2,943 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 35. The course rating is 33.4 and it has a slope rating of 115. Designed by Arthur Jack Snyder, ASGCA, the Puerto Del Sol golf course opened in 1978.
Isleta Eagle Golf Course, Arroyo Course
The 9-hole "Arroyo Course" at the Isleta Eagle Golf Course facility in Albuquerque, New Mexico features 3,345 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 36. Designed by Bill Phillips, the Arroyo Course opened in 1996.
The Ski Area is only 45 minute drive from the Albuquerque Metro area and fully equipped for a fun day on the slopes. Here you find Sandia Peak's certified snow sports school, a complete rental shop, skiers' cafe, and the Wintermill Ski Shop.
Take the tram! From the tram station at the top of Sandia Peak, passengers my hike along the forest trails in the Cibola National Forest observing the rock formations, natural vegetation and wildlife. The tram serves Sandia Peak Ski Area, a prime spot for intermediate and beginner skiers from mid December through mid March. During the summer, one of the chairlifts offers a lovely ride down the east side of the mountain through the towering trees. Sandia Peak has more than 26 miles of trails for mountain bikers with easy access via the chairlift for riders and their bicycles.
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Albuquerque Parks
Albuquerque offers parks that have amenities such as playgrounds, Aquatics,
open spaces for running and playing,
hiking, disc golf, baseball, football, tennis, and so much more.
Throughout the year, Breidert Green (located at Kansas and Oak Streets) is home to various community events including the summer Concert on the Green live musical series, the Winter on the Green series featuring a chili cook off and ice sculpture demonstration, a Fine Arts Fair in June, the Old Plank Road Trail 5K Run/Walk in October and the annual Tree Lighting festivities in December.
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Albuquerque Hiking
Hiking Trails
The Albuquerque area harbors hundreds of miles of hiking trails within a short drive of town. The southern front of The Sandia Mountains and Cibola National Forest abuts the northern edge of town and hikers will find easy to moderately difficult trails starting right here. A unique feature of the Sandias are the well preserved prehistoric cultural sites that can be easily accessed by hiking, the most popular being the Sandia Man Cave located north of Albuquerque about 10 miles.
Climbing and Caving
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Experience the extreme adventure of "spelunking" with caving trips to El Malpais National Monument Caves, Braided Cave, and Diablo Cave.
Experience a fun, cool and risky high adventure sport climbing 80 to 120 feet up a vertical cliff supported by a rope, a harness and your own skill that you can enjoy your whole life.
Old Town is the historic heart of Albuquerque, with more than 300 shops, galleries and restaurants clustered around the charming 300-year-old plaza. Beautiful 18th century architecture, narrow brick paths and picturesque patios connect specialty shops selling authentic Southwestern pottery, rugs, jewelry, fetishes, carvings and art of all kinds.
In Nob Hill, mid-century architecture and neon signs distinguish a historic shopping district where you can find many unique and handcrafted gifts among the small, mostly locally owned stores.
The Uptown area near Louisiana and I-40 is the city's biggest shopping and dining destination. It is home to the recently opened ABQ Uptown, an outdoor mall filled with upscale specialty shops and restaurants. Here you'll find au courant fashion and home furnishings in stores such as BCBG, J. Jill, Coldwater Creek, Pottery Barn, Williams-Sonoma and more.
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