Sandia Ridge 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 Sandia Ridge

Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
Everything was perfect
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Sonesta ES Suites Albuquerque
The check-in process was great. Friendly staff. Great room. Clean room
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Isleta Resort and Casino
Nice clean room. Good food
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

The Querque Hotel

Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque
Room was neglected. Placed in a room with a non working tv. Informed front desk upon checking in and was not offered a solution.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Sandia Resort And Casino
Clean , large room. Restaurants had very good food and the gift shop had good quality indigenous art and jewelry The casino was clean , huge and fun. Would highly recommend this resort
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sandia Ridge

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.

North Campus
While visiting North Campus, you might make a stop by sights like UNM North Golf Course and University of New Mexico Campus Observatory.

Nob Hill
Unique features of Nob Hill include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Mariposa Gallery or Aux Dog Theater while you're exploring the area.

International District
While visiting International District, you might make a stop by sights like The Downs Racetrack and Casino and Expo New Mexico.

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.

Wells Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wells Park and surrounding area, you can visit Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and Explora Science Center and Children's Museum.
