Central New Mexico Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Central New Mexico
Albuquerque featuring street scenes
Albuquerque featuring a city and a sunset
Santa Fe which includes outdoor art, a garden and street scenes
Santa Fe featuring shopping and street scenes

Where to stay in Central New Mexico

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Downtown Santa Fe

5/5(5 area reviews)

Visitors to Downtown Santa Fe rave about its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries. You might also want to make some time to see Santa Fe Plaza or Lensic Performing Arts Center while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Downtown Santa Fe
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Southside

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

Southside is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Meow Wolf and International Museum of Collage, Assemblage & Construction, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santa Fe.

Southside
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Northeast Heights

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Northeast Heights, Cliff's Amusement Park and ABQ Uptown are top sights worth seeing.

Northeast Heights
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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 Albuquerque Museum while you're exploring the area.

Old Town Albuquerque
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Downtown Albuquerque

4/5(4 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Albuquerque
Canyon Road featuring art and interior views

Historic Eastside

While visiting Historic Eastside, you might make a stop by sights like Canyon Road and ViVO Contemporary.

Historic Eastside
The Querque Hotel
The Querque Hotel
3 out of 5
1760 Menaul Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM
The price is AU$156 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
AU$156
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,649 reviews)
"My stay at the Querque Inn was top notch. From the friendly, helpful, and curtious staff the clean room with big comfy pillows on an even more comfortable bed, My experience at the QuerqueIim was one that will be hard to beat for a long time"

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025

The Querque Hotel
The Sage Hotel
The Sage Hotel
3 out of 5
725 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, NM
The price is AU$147 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
AU$147
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy an outdoor pool, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,614 reviews)
The Sage Hotel
"Everything was very nice, except the bed had stains on the bedspread, and the shower was extremely old, and chipped. We loved the breakfast that was offered. The shuttle driver who took us downtown was wonderful!! He showed us around town first, since he knew we weren’t in a hurry. The staff was ..."

Reviewed on 10 Apr. 2025

The Sage Hotel
Hotel Santa Fe
Hotel Santa Fe
4 out of 5
1501 Paseo De Peralta, Santa Fe, NM
The price is AU$301 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$301
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay, loved the lobby bar with fireplace for hanging out in the evenings!"

Reviewed on 10 Apr. 2025

Hotel Santa Fe
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Fort Marcy Hotel Suites by All Seasons Resort Lodging
Fort Marcy Hotel Suites by All Seasons Resort Lodging
3 out of 5
321 Kearney Ave, Santa Fe, NM
Stay at this aparthotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,159 reviews)
"Fully equipped unit.."

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2025

Fort Marcy Hotel Suites by All Seasons Resort Lodging
La Dea
La Dea
4 out of 5
2861 Agua Fria St, Santa Fe, NM
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Santa Fe Plaza and Meow ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
"Awesome place, loved it!"

Reviewed on 17 Mar. 2025

La Dea
Historic Downtown Adobe Apartment near everything you want
Historic Downtown Adobe Apartment near everything you want
Santa Fe
Stay at this apartment in Santa Fe. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Santa Fe Plaza and Meow Wolf are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (128 reviews)
Great spot
"Nice accommodations within comfortable walking distance of lots of Santa Fe attractions."

Reviewed on 16 Mar. 2025

Historic Downtown Adobe Apartment near everything you want
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Popular places to visit

Santa Fe Plaza showing a church or cathedral, religious aspects and street scenes

Santa Fe Plaza

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Home to many landmarks in the heart of the city, this spacious square evokes echoes of the Spanish colonial era with its markets, bandstand and live music.

Santa Fe Plaza
Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum featuring interior views

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 acclaimed art galleries.

Balloon Fiesta Park
University of New Mexico

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.

University of New Mexico
ABQ BioPark Zoo which includes zoo animals and land animals

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.

ABQ BioPark Zoo
Meow Wolf

Meow Wolf

5/5(1 review)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Meow Wolf during your trip to Santa Fe. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this walkable area.

Meow Wolf
Loretto Chapel featuring a church or cathedral

Loretto Chapel

4.5/5(2 reviews)

A mysterious spiral staircase with no known origin is the highlight of this former church that now acts as a wedding chapel and museum.

Loretto Chapel

Activities

Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

AU$358
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
Turquoise Museum Visit

Turquoise Museum Visit

AU$33
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Turquoise Museum Visit
Safe practices. Social distancing. Masks. Sanitizer. OUTDOORS in scenic Old Town.

The Ghost Tour of Old Town - New Mexico's oldest Ghost Walk - Since 2001

AU$55
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Ghost Tour of Old Town - New Mexico's oldest Ghost Walk - Since 2001
Shared Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride in Albuquerque

Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Rides at Sunrise

AU$317
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Rides at Sunrise
Albuquerque: Old Town Culture & Heritage Walking Tour

Albuquerque: Old Town Culture & Heritage Walking Tour

AU$137
per adult
Albuquerque: Old Town Culture & Heritage Walking Tour
Picture 13 for Activity Albuquerque: Old Town Hauntings of the Wild West Ghost Tour

Albuquerque: Old Town Hauntings of the Wild West Ghost Tour

AU$51
per adult
Albuquerque: Old Town Hauntings of the Wild West Ghost Tour
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