Central New Mexico

Travel Guide

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

Where to stay in Central New Mexico

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Downtown Santa Fe

4.5/5(14 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

3.5/5(5 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

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

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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Tesuque

Tesuque is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shidoni Foundry and Glenn Green Galleries & Sculpture Garden.

Tesuque
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Downtown Albuquerque

4/5(3 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 showing art and interior views

Historic Eastside

While visiting Historic Eastside, you might make a stop by sights like Canyon Road and Edition ONE Gallery.

Historic Eastside
The Querque Hotel

The Querque Hotel

3 out of 5
1760 Menaul Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM
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! (4,272 reviews)
Highly recommend!
"Great hotel, clean rooms, comfy beds, nice staff, great amenities, and breakfast was also great!"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

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The Querque Hotel
The Sage Hotel

The Sage Hotel

3 out of 5
725 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, NM
The price is €89 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€89
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
The Sage Hotel
Hotel 505

Hotel 505

2.5 out of 5
900 Medical Arts Ave Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €56 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
€56
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,399 reviews)
"Everything was great. Staff was great, the room was adequate. Only thing that fell short was the roads and infrastructure. I would stay here again."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Hotel 505
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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! (2,185 reviews)
"Beautiful view overlooking Santa Fe from our balcony. Enjoyed the cool mornings, sunsets, and watching the nightly rainstorms. Very comfortable bed. Good internet access. Short walk to downtown."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Fort Marcy Hotel Suites by All Seasons Resort Lodging
La Dea

La Dea

4.5 out of 5
2861 Agua Fria St, Santa Fe, NM
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Santa Fe Plaza and Meow Wolf ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
Perfect get away
"A really wonderful experience!"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

La Dea
Native Charm Adobe Guesthouse in Historic Old Town with wifi, AC, patio grill.

Native Charm Adobe Guesthouse in Historic Old Town with wifi, AC, patio grill.

albuquerque
Stay at this vacation home in Albuquerque. Enjoy a fitness center, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Popular attractions ABQ Uptown and Albuquerque Museum ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
"Great location. I enjoyed having our own little Casita with no neighbors on top of us and a private patio area plus parking. The beds are uncomfortable and really should be upgraded to make it an excellent stay. It was a little frustrating that I didn't receive an email with the door entry code. ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Native Charm Adobe Guesthouse in Historic Old Town with wifi, AC, patio grill.
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum showing 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
Santa Fe Plaza which includes street scenes, religious elements and a church or cathedral

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
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 theatre scene.

University of New Mexico
Meow Wolf

Meow Wolf

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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

Meow Wolf
Ski Santa Fe

Ski Santa Fe

3/5(1 review)

Hit the slopes at Ski Santa Fe during your trip to Santa Fe. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

Ski Santa Fe
Rio Grande Zoo showing land animals and zoo 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

Things to do

Turquoise Museum Visit

Turquoise Museum Visit

€18
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Turquoise Museum Visit
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

€178
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
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

€26
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The Ghost Tour of Old Town - New Mexico's oldest Ghost Walk - Since 2001
Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Rides at Sunrise

Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Rides at Sunrise

€163
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Rides at Sunrise
Picture 13 for Activity Albuquerque: Old Town Hauntings of the Wild West Ghost Tour

Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour

€21
per adult
Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour
Albuquerque: Old Town Culture & Heritage Walking Tour

Albuquerque: Old Town Culture & Heritage Walking Tour

€74
per adult
Albuquerque: Old Town Culture & Heritage Walking Tour
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Albuquerque showing street scenes

Albuquerque

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Sandia Park