Sandia Heights South Travel Guide

Albuquerque

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Balloon Fiesta Park

5/5(1 review)

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.

Balloon Fiesta Park
Duck Pond at University of New Mexico in Albuquerque

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.

University of New Mexico
Aerial View of Albuquerque, The biggest City in New Mexico

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.

Albuquerque Convention Center
ABQ BioPark Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals

ABQ BioPark Zoo

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy a day filled with animal encounters as you watch exotic creatures from all over the world, including powerful and ferocious predators.

ABQ BioPark Zoo
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Old Town Plaza

4.5/5(5 reviews)

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.

Old Town Plaza
Autumn at the top of the Sandia Mountains in Albuquerque, NM is not to be missed if you happen to visit at just the right time. Hope you're not afraid of heights. #CeliaLuzPhotography #autumn #Albuquerque #NewMexico #trees #landscape #nature #Hike #Sandias #fall #travel #places #seasons #BestHikesAroundtheWorld

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.

Sandia Peak Tramway

Things to do

Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

Rp3.178.980
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
Historical Birthday Celebrations!

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

Rp539.989
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
12pm - Public High Noon History, Legends & Lore Tour - Guided Old Town Stroll
Haunted Historical Adventures in Old Town!

The Ghost Tour of Old Town Albuquerque - since 2001

Rp969.746
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The Ghost Tour of Old Town Albuquerque - since 2001
Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque - Daily

Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque - Daily

Rp2.102.500
per adult
Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque - Daily
Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour

Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour

Rp133.719
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour
Picture 13 for Activity Albuquerque: Old Town Hauntings of the Wild West Ghost Tour

Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour

Rp538.240
per adult
Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour
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Top hotels in Sandia Heights South

Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites

Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites

3.5 out of 5
2400 Yale Blvd Se Albuquerque NM
The price is Rp1.242.788 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp1.242.788
Rp1.437.000 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,928 reviews)
Nice room!

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
The Querque Hotel

The Querque Hotel

3 out of 5
1760 Menaul Rd NE Albuquerque NM
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5,010 reviews)
Only bad part was someone running through the halls slamming a door at night

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

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The Querque Hotel
Sonesta ES Suites Albuquerque

Sonesta ES Suites Albuquerque

3 out of 5
3300 Prospect Ave Ne Albuquerque NM
The price is Rp1.653.335 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp1.653.335
Rp1.911.722 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,081 reviews)
Room was spotless.

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Sonesta ES Suites Albuquerque
Isleta Resort and Casino

Isleta Resort and Casino

4 out of 5
11000 Broadway Blvd SE Albuquerque NM
The price is Rp1.808.705 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
Rp1.808.705
Rp2.029.262 total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Albuquerque. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,791 reviews)
Clean, quiet, restaurant on site.

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Isleta Resort and Casino
Sandia Resort And Casino

Sandia Resort And Casino

4 out of 5
30 Rainbow Rd Ne Albuquerque NM
The price is Rp4.004.989 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
Rp4.004.989
Rp4.262.810 total
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Albuquerque. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,439 reviews)
The room was incredibly clean and the hotel was beautiful

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Sandia Resort And Casino
Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport

Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport

3 out of 5
1400 Sunport Place SE Albuquerque NM
The price is Rp1.564.673 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp1.564.673
Rp1.809.153 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,449 reviews)
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Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Sandia Heights South

Quick stop for refreshments at la cumbre brewing on girard off candelaria.

Northeast Heights

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Northeast Heights, ABQ Uptown and Coronado Center are top sights worth seeing.

Northeast Heights
Sunset during a thunderstorm #Adventure photo contest

Foothills South

While visiting Foothills South, you might make a stop by sights like Cibola National Forest and Sandia Foothills Open Space.

Foothills South
This is the 25th Annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. It shows the mass ascension of colorful balloons.

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.

Balloon Fiesta Park - North I-25
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Uptown

4/5(1 area review)

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.

Uptown
Mass Accession. The last Saturday of the 2019 Fiesta there were around 600 hot air balloons scheduled to go up. Organized chaos is the best way to describe it. Color, sounds, people everywhere. It was great. #Trovember

Alamedan Valley

If you're spending some time in Alamedan Valley, Adobe Theater and Sandia Trails are top sights worth seeing.

Alamedan Valley
Lifting off at the 2014 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. Great experience.

North Valley

You'll enjoy the mountain views and breweries in North Valley. You might want to make time for a stop at Los Poblanos Open Space or Rio Grande.

North Valley

Sandia Heights South Travel Guide