Things to do in Albuquerque
Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta takes place every year in early October. This nine-day festival is known for filling the sky with its unique and colorful variety of balloons. In addition to the hot air balloons, the festival also has fireworks, photo contests, chainsaw carvings and more!
Old Town Albuquerque & downtown Albuquerque
From institutions like the Albuquerque Museums and the Albuquerque Aquarium to shops serving enchiladas and sopaipilla, Old Town Albuquerque has all the New Mexican culture you could ask for. With monuments like the 18th-century San Felipe de Neri Church, the charming town is great for admiring and experiencing southwestern culture, art and cuisine. Adjacent to Old Town, downtown Albuquerque is the business hub of the area, rich in dining and nightlife scenes.
Albuquerque Travel Tips
Time Zone: Mountain Standard Time
Popular Attractions: Old Town Albuquerque, downtown Albuquerque, Petroglyph Park and Albuquerque Museum
Notable Experiences: Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta, Albuquerque Zoo, Albuquerque Aquarium and the Sandia Peak Tramway