Academy Place Travel Guide
Albuquerque
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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 lively festivals.
Albuquerque Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Albuquerque Convention Center during your trip to Albuquerque. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals.
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.
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 fascinating museums.
Sandia Peak Tramway
You can take time to visit Sandia Peak Tramway during your travels to Albuquerque. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.
Things to do
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - Albuquerque, NM
12pm - Public High Noon History, Legends & Lore Tour - Guided Old Town Stroll
The Original 8pm Ghost Tour of Old Town Albuquerque - since 2001
Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque - Daily
Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in Academy Place
Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
The rooms were nice and staff very helpful!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Sonesta ES Suites Albuquerque
The room was very clean and quite.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Isleta Resort and Casino
The rooms are always clean. Bed sheets were clean. Bed was very comfortable . largesoaking tub
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
The Querque Hotel
Great front desk personnel suffering the technology not cooperating. Hard working staff. Breakfast staff nice, courteous, friendly. There was a faucet issue at the bathroom sink Where was the hot water at the sink? The Bistro next door was a HUGE disappointment. Though recommended by staff at our ...
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque
The front desk person was so great and the room was very clean. Awesome deal
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Sandia Resort And Casino
I wish they could make the pool year around making it heated. That is the only reason for 4 star. Very nice hotel all in all.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Academy Place
Northeast Heights
If you're spending some time in Northeast Heights, Cliff's Amusement Park and ABQ Uptown are top sights worth seeing.
North Albuquerque Acres
Though North Albuquerque Acres may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sandia Peak Tramway and Sandia Casino.
Balloon Fiesta Park - North I-25
If you're spending some time in Balloon Fiesta Park - North I-25, Gruet Winery and Cliff's Amusement Park are top sights worth seeing.
Uptown
Uptown is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Winrock Shopping Center and ABQ Uptown, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Albuquerque.
Foothills South
While visiting Foothills South, you might make a stop by sights like Cibola National Forest and Sandia Foothills Open Space.
International District
While visiting International District, you might make a stop by sights like The Downs Racetrack and Casino and Expo New Mexico.
