Uptown Travel Guide
Albuquerque
Popular places to visit
Balloon Fiesta Park
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 lively festivals.
University of New Mexico
Enjoy the student vibe at University of New Mexico as part of your travels around Albuquerque. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals.
Albuquerque Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Albuquerque Convention Center during your trip to Albuquerque. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals.
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.
Sandia Peak Tramway
You can take time to visit Sandia Peak Tramway during your travels to Albuquerque. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.
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 fascinating museums.
Things to do
The Original 8pm Ghost Tour of Old Town Albuquerque - since 2001
Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour
Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque - Daily
Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour
Amazing Art Walk: Albuquerque Murals Abound!
Private Hot Air Balloon Rides in Albuquerque
Top hotels in Uptown
Marriott Albuquerque
Very nice rooms
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Albuquerque/Uptown
A little outdated for me but the room was spacious and clean. The location is great. Parking was easy. We went there during the Hot Air Ballon festival and they are sweet enough to prepare breakfast to-go bags for the attendees leaving earlier than the scheduled complimentary buffet breakfast.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Albuquerque Uptown
Quiet. Breakfast was simple but good food. Staff friendly
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown
Staff and clean room.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Element Albuquerque Uptown
I would stay again.. we leaft before breakfast ..but the early options were great.. the staff was amazing .. best stay that I have had in a long time
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque Uptown
The room was clean and the staff were very friendly.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Uptown
International District
While visiting International District, you might make a stop by sights like The Downs Racetrack and Casino and Expo New Mexico.
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.
North Campus
While visiting North Campus, you might make a stop by sights like UNM North Golf Course and University of New Mexico Campus Observatory.
Martineztown-Santa Barbara
Martineztown-Santa Barbara might not have many top sights, but Sunshine Theater and Maxwell Museum of Anthropology are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Northeast Heights
If you're spending some time in Northeast Heights, Cliff's Amusement Park and ABQ Uptown are top sights worth seeing.
