Fair West
Albuquerque
Popular places to visit
![Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum featuring interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/170000/170098-Anderson-Abruzzo-Albuquerque-International-Balloon-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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 scene.
![University of New Mexico](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f781c2fe9acb18ba8781ec6ecd8be4a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
University of New Mexico
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of New Mexico as part of your travels around Albuquerque. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene.
![ABQ BioPark Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/169000/169641-Albuquerque.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2badcc13449d186bf700dd2ab2817a34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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 lively festivals.
![ABQ BioPark Aquarium](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2f3a161117ea475cac0a87bde2a5984e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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 fascinating museums.
![Petroglyph National Monument showing tranquil scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/169000/169944-Petroglyph-National-Monument.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Petroglyph National Monument
Walk through a vast volcanic landscape to see one of the largest concentrations of indigenous rock art in North America.
Things to do
![Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/178133/62277ba2-c7ef-4c8b-ae32-6cbd7f68985f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
![Shared Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride in Albuquerque](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3620712/4505cd20-f583-4f0e-acce-4fe494437a3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Rides at Sunrise
![Safe practices. Social distancing. Masks. Sanitizer. OUTDOORS in scenic Old Town.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1004306/0cae0aea-6a88-4dfc-bdcd-c4334cac5bfd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
The Ghost Tour of Old Town - New Mexico's oldest Ghost Walk - Since 2001
![Discover the restless spirits that refuse to fade into oblivion on our Albuquerque's haunted tour.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46571662/c33403ff-6365-487b-afac-c1ad3d20fc70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Old Town Albuquerque Ghost Tour
![Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/GPS Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46057106/ef65ab0c-3ca7-4f22-beeb-c8d6cd7bbe76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in Fair West
![Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10598/135503c0_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2025
![The Querque Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69720000/69717000/69716984/003c98ff_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2025
![Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20530000/20528500/20528491/6070a07e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2025
![The Clyde Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18100/18085/1589f303_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2025
![Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12800/12776/76068253_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2025
![Sandia Resort And Casino](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1550000/1540100/1540099/5f37aa62_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Fair West
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International District
While visiting International District, you might make a stop by sights like The Downs Racetrack and Casino and Expo New Mexico.
![Sandia peak looking east at a heavy storm rolling in.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ef657b50fbb461cafb8421157f5c49c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Uptown
Travelers to Uptown praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Winrock Shopping Center and ABQ Uptown.
![One of the best weekend vacations I've ever spent was in Albuquerque, New Mexico at the International Balloon Festival! You can walk among the balloons and watch them "wake" and rise. What a joy!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/baa8d9e95675aae71a87b523b1623d46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Nob Hill
Unique features of Nob Hill include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Aux Dog Theater or Mariposa Gallery while you're exploring the area.
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Clayton Heights-Lomas Del Cielo
While visiting Clayton Heights-Lomas Del Cielo, you might make a stop by sights like The Pit and Isotopes Park.
![Albuquerque showing street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/169000/169646-Albuquerque.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Huning Highland Historic District
While there might not be top attractions in Huning Highland Historic District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sunshine Theater and El Rey Theater.
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Martineztown-Santa Barbara
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Martineztown-Santa Barbara and surrounding area, you can visit Sunshine Theater and Maxwell Museum of Anthropology.