Popular places to visit
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 lively festivals.
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 art galleries and fascinating museums.
Old Town Plaza
You can find out about the history of Albuquerque with a visit to Old Town Plaza. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
ABQ BioPark Zoo
Enjoy a day filled with animal encounters as you watch exotic creatures from all over the world, including powerful and ferocious predators.
ABQ BioPark Aquarium
Make time to visit the sea animals who live in ABQ BioPark Aquarium during your trip to Albuquerque. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
Learn about the 19 Pueblo tribes of New Mexico through exhibits, performances and craft demonstrations at this popular cultural attraction.
Things to do
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Rides at Sunrise
Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - Albuquerque, NM
The Ghost Tour of Old Town - New Mexico's oldest Ghost Walk - Since 2001
Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque - Daily
Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in Uptown
Marriott Albuquerque
Sheets could be better
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Albuquerque/Uptown
Clean pleasant room. Great breakfast but coffee burnt :(
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown
Very clean room, friendly check in staff.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque Uptown
Clean room. Pet fee is a little much. I would suggest you require a large refundable deposit. If the dog leaves without any issues refund the deposit.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Homewood Suites by Hilton Albuquerque Uptown
From the time we got there to the time we left all was great
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Fairfield By Marriott Inn & Suites Albuquerque Uptown
the hot tub did not work but was warm. The rest of the hotel experience was awesome!
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Uptown
International District
While visiting International District, you might make a stop by sights like The Downs Racetrack and Casino and Expo New Mexico.
Nob Hill
Unique features of Nob Hill include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Aux Dog Theater or Mariposa Gallery while you're exploring the area.
Balloon Fiesta Park - North I-25
If you're spending some time in Balloon Fiesta Park - North I-25, Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum and Gruet Winery are top sights worth seeing.
Martineztown-Santa Barbara
Martineztown-Santa Barbara might not have many top sights, but Sunshine Theater and Maxwell Museum of Anthropology are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Clayton Heights-Lomas Del Cielo
While visiting Clayton Heights-Lomas Del Cielo, you might make a stop by sights like The Pit and Isotopes Park.
Northeast Heights
If you're spending some time in Northeast Heights, ABQ Uptown and Coronado Center are top sights worth seeing.
