Westside
Albuquerque
![Petroglyph National Monument showing mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/169000/169660-Albuquerque.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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Popular places to visit
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Petroglyph National Monument
Walk through a vast volcanic landscape to see one of the largest concentrations of indigenous rock art in North America.
![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 lively festivals.
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University of New Mexico
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of New Mexico as part of your travels around Albuquerque. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums.
![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.
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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 art scene.
![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 lively festivals.
Things to do
![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
![Private Hot Air Balloon Flights with Elevated New Mexico](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4281680/c6d9752c-289b-4b05-a21a-978a7fe09f18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Private Hot Air Balloon Flights with Elevated New Mexico
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Private Hot Air Balloon Rides in Albuquerque
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Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
![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
Top hotels in Westside
![Quality Inn & Suites Albuquerque West](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41900/41827/cc6843da_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2025
![Hampton Inn & Suites Albuquerque-Coors Road](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1510000/1500800/1500733/137b978c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2025
![Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7470000/7462700/7462644/1930f830_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2025
![La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albuquerque West](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/84600/84541/971381bc_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2025
![Days Inn by Wyndham Albuquerque West](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5300/5270/47b2d3ed_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2025
![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 3, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Westside
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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 historic sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Old Town Plaza or Albuquerque Museum while you're exploring the area.
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Sawmill Area
While visiting Sawmill Area, you might make a stop by sights like Explora Science Center and Children's Museum and Atomic Museum.
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Near North Valley
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Near North Valley and surrounding area, you can visit Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and Albuquerque Museum.
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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 Albuquerque Civic Plaza while you're in town.
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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 Albuquerque Civic Plaza.