- Our list of the best things to do in Albuquerque, New Mexico, features the top 79 nearby activities — including 39 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Albuquerque, NM has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Sights & Landmarks, Museums & Galleries, and Adventures.
- The results below include the top 41 things to do within the city of Albuquerque, NM , followed by 38 popular activities in nearby cities, including Rio Rancho, Tijeras, Bernalillo, Sandia Park, Cedar Crest, Corrales, Isleta and Silver City
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With the sun rising over the Sandia Mountains, ascend into the sky during a hot-air-balloon ride helmed by a licensed pilot
4.1 Miles
92%
537 votes
2601 Central Ave. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104
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Rio Grande Botanic Garden is a 36-acre botanical garden. The garden showcases plants of the Southwest and other arid climates, and includes a 10,000-square-foot conservatory, formal themed gardens and a demonstration garden.
4.1 Miles
93%
766 votes
2601 Central Ave. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104
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The Albuquerque Bio Park is a destination complex that includes the ABQ Zoo, the Botanic Gardens, and Tingley Beach and Aquarium. A train ride connects the three attractions making it easy to explore all of them in one day.
5.3 Miles
92%
723 votes
601 Eubank Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87123
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The nation's only congressional chartered museum in the field of nuclear science is The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History in Albuquerque. The story of the Atomic Age from its early research to modern uses of the technology are displayed through a variety of exhibits.
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With bikes available for rent, Routes Rentals & Tours offers a mix of scenic, gourmet, and specialty bike trips. These tours stops at the local breweries, as well as major filming locations of the TV show, Breaking Bad.
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Featuring a unique Southwestern Art Deco hybrid architecture, KiMo Theatre showcases a wide variety of entertainment, from film screenings to musicals. The interior of the building is decorated with chandeliers, murals, and buffalo skulls.
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Situated on 640 acres, Elena Gallegos Park sits at an altitude of approximately 6,500 feet and provides views of nearby mountains. The park offers trails suitable for hiking and biking, picnic areas, barbeque grills and restroom facilities.
3.7 Miles
94%
228 votes
1776 Montano Road Northwest, Albuquerque, NM 87107
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The Unser Racing Museum is a museum that has the goal of educating and immersing visitors in the world of racing. The museum offers guided tours as well as interactive exhibits.
4.4 Miles
94%
155 votes
2901 Candelaria Rd. NW, Albuquerque, NM
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Rio Grande Nature Center State Park is 270 acres of forest and meadows that offer hiking trails along the river. Visitors can also enjoy birdwatching and seeing wildlife from indoor and outdoor viewing stations.
3.3 Miles
90%
627 votes
1801 Mountain Rd. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104
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The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science is home to a vast array of exhibits taking visitors on a journey from prehistoric times to today. Explore replicas of ice-age caves, a walk-through volcano and marvel at the life-size dinosaur replicas.
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90%
1178 votes
2401 12th St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104
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No visit to ABQ is complete without a visit to the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center to learn about the native history and customs of the Pueblo tribes. Take a tour, see historic artifacts and exhibits and even experience tribal dance performances.