Sandia Heights Travel Guide
Albuquerque
Visit Sandia Heights
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.
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.
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.
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 Sandia Heights
Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
Very convenient shuttle to the airport. Only problem was being kept awake due to noise in the lobby throughout the night.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Sonesta ES Suites Albuquerque
Very nice and clean room with a full size refrigerator, pots and pans. Staff was amazing as usual. I love staying here and definitely will again. Easy to get to and from where I needed to be and go
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Isleta Resort and Casino
Restaurant was not what I expected, with little choices and what we did eat wasn't up to our expectations. We won't eat there again.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
The Querque Hotel
Room was clean. Staff was friendly.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque
Good
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Sandia Resort And Casino
Amazing bathroom, separate soaking tub and waterfall shower. Spacious room!
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sandia Heights
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.
Northeast Heights
If you're spending some time in Northeast Heights, Cliff's Amusement Park and ABQ Uptown are top sights worth seeing.
Balloon Fiesta Park - North I-25
If you're spending some time in Balloon Fiesta Park - North I-25, Cliff's Amusement Park and Gruet Winery are top sights worth seeing.
Foothills South
While visiting Foothills South, you might make a stop by sights like Cibola National Forest and Sandia Foothills Open Space.
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.
Alamedan Valley
If you're spending some time in Alamedan Valley, Adobe Theater and Sandia Trails are top sights worth seeing.
