West Mesa Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Balloon Fiesta Park
Explore the great outdoors at Balloon Fiesta Park, a lovely green space in Albuquerque. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
University of New Mexico
Enjoy the student vibe at University of New Mexico as part of your travels around Albuquerque. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
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 acclaimed theatre scene.
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 Hot Air Balloon Rides at Sunrise
Albuquerque: Old Town Culture & Heritage Walking Tour
Top hotels in West Mesa
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Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024
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Reviewed on 10 Jun 2024
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Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024
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Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024
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Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024
![Isleta Resort and Casino](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2219800/2219777/2ac9c21e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024
Other neighbourhoods around West Mesa
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West Old Town
While visiting West Old Town, you might make a stop by sights like ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden and ABQ BioPark Aquarium.
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Old Town Albuquerque
Unique features of Old Town Albuquerque include the historical sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Old Town Plaza or New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science while you're exploring the area.
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Sawmill Area
If you're spending some time in Sawmill Area, Explora Science Center and Children's Museum and Atomic Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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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 New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science.
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Downtown Albuquerque
Downtown Albuquerque is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Sunshine Theater and El Rey Theater while you're in town.
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Near North Valley
Near North Valley might not have many top sights, but Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and Explora Science Center and Children's Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.