Central New Mexico
Travel Guide





Visit Central New Mexico
Where to stay in Central New Mexico

Downtown Santa Fe
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 Lensic Performing Arts Center or Georgia O'Keefe Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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

Downtown Albuquerque
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.

Old Town Albuquerque
Unique features of Old Town Albuquerque include the historical sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Old Town Plaza or Albuquerque Museum while you're exploring the area.

Historic Eastside
While visiting Historic Eastside, you might make a stop by sights like Canyon Road and Edition ONE Gallery.

Southside
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.

Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
Clean room
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque
Great place
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

The Querque Hotel
Nice place
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

Fort Marcy Hotel Suites by All Seasons Resort Lodging
Lots of room plenty of essential like soap towels etc
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

IDEALLY LOCATED!! Old Town to Uptown! Comfortable! Close to Parks & Bike Trails!
Excellent stay, outstanding Hosts, Very comfortable accommodations!Hope to stay again on our fall visit.Rick
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Southwestern style home! We are your home away from home & close to everything.
When we arrived in the late evening, half of the power was out because some breakers tripped. No big deal, but tried to call the property owner and even after using the VRBO help line, no one was able to get ahold of him. He didn’t answer my calls until later the next morning. Once I told him what ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Check Central New Mexico hotel availability
Popular places to visit

Santa Fe Plaza
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.

Balloon Fiesta Park
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 acclaimed art galleries.

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 theatre scene and fascinating museums.

Loretto Chapel
A mysterious spiral staircase with no known origin is the highlight of this former church that now acts as a wedding chapel and museum.

Albuquerque Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Albuquerque Convention Center during your trip to Albuquerque. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.

Meow Wolf
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.
Things to do

Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

12pm - Public High Noon History, Legends & Lore Tour - Guided Old Town Stroll

The 8pm Ghost Tour of Old Town Albuquerque - the BEST since 2001

Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque - Daily

Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour

Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour
Explore a world of travel with Expedia
- Hotels near Explora Science Center and Children's Museum
- Casino Hotel Hotels in Uptown
- Casino Hotel Hotels in Albuquerque
- Romantic Hotel Hotels in Cedar Crest
- Villas in Cedar Crest
- 3 Star Hotels in La Cuesta
- Villas in Albuquerque
- Albuquerque Hotels
- Romantic Hotel Hotels in Albuquerque
- Spa Hotel Hotels in Albuquerque
- Pet-Friendly Hotel Hotels in Downtown Albuquerque
- Luxury Hotel Hotels in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque
- Hotels near Sandia Peak Tramway
- Nob Hill Hotels
- Hotel with Pool Hotels in Belen
- Hotels near Albuquerque Convention Center
- Casino Hotel Hotels in Downtown Albuquerque
- Hotel with Pool Hotels in Westside
- Downtown Albuquerque Hotels
- Golf Hotel Hotels in Cedar Crest
- Luxury Hotel Hotels in Downtown Albuquerque
- Isleta Pueblo Hotels
- Hostels in Albuquerque
- Pet-Friendly Hotel Hotels in Albuquerque
- Resorts in Isleta Pueblo
- Bar Hotel Hotels in Albuquerque
- Motel 6 Hotels in North Valley
- Hotels near American International Rattlesnake Museum
- Motel 6 Hotels in Nob Hill
- Pet-Friendly Hotel Hotels in Uptown
- Best Western Hotels in Albuquerque
- Princess Jeanne Hotels
- 4 Star Hotels in Old Town Albuquerque
- Pet-Friendly Hotel Hotels in Westside
- Hotels near Sunshine Theater
- Cheap Hotels in Albuquerque
- B&B in Tome
- Bar Hotel Hotels in Downtown Albuquerque
- Hotels near Raymond G. Murphy VA Medical Center
- Hotels near The Box Performance Space and Improv Theatre
- Red Roof Inn Hotels in South Valley
- Marriott Hotels & Resorts in Tijeras
- Waterpark Hotels in Albuquerque
- Uptown Hotels
- Clubhouse Hotels in Old Town Albuquerque
- Motels in Albuquerque
- Red Roof Inn Hotels in Albuquerque
- B&B in Cedar Crest
- 4 Star Hotels in Isleta Pueblo
- Marriott Hotels & Resorts in Uptown
- Value Place Hotels in Albuquerque
- Golf Hotel Hotels in Albuquerque
- B&B in Albuquerque
- Family Hotel Hotels in Albuquerque
- 4 Star Hotels in Downtown Albuquerque
- Hotel with Pool Hotels in Albuquerque
- Hotels near ABQ BioPark Zoo
- Resorts in Sandia
- 4 Star Hotels in South Valley
- B&B in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque
- Hotels near Desert Rose Playhouse
- Hotels near ITT Technical Institute
- Hotels near Isleta Amphitheater
- Resorts in Peralta
- Resorts in Albuquerque
- Los Ranchos de Albuquerque Hotels
- Apartments in Albuquerque
- Spa Hotel Hotels in Downtown Albuquerque
- Hotels near Fermin Hernandez Fine Art Gallery
- Hotel with Pool Hotels in Nob Hill
- Pet-Friendly Hotel Hotels in Northern Albuquerque
- Flights to Albuquerque
- Flights from Hong Kong (HKG) to Albuquerque (ABQ)
- Flights from Greeley (GXY) to Albuquerque (ABQ)
- Flights from Bisbee (BSQ) to Albuquerque (ABQ)
- Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Albuquerque (ABQ)
- Flights from Manzano
- Flights from San Jose (SJC) to Albuquerque (ABQ)
- Flights from New York (NYC) to Albuquerque (ABQ)
- Abq BioPark Botanic Garden
- Sunshine Theater
- Visit Westside
- Abq BioPark Zoo
- Visit Nob Hill
- Los Poblanos Open Space
- Visit Albuquerque
- Enchanted Forest Cross Country Ski Area
- Visit Moriarty
- Albuquerque Holidays
- Visit Tijeras
- Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
- Visit Sandia Park
- Visit Estancia
- Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum
- Sandia Peak Tramway




