Albuquerque Key Attractions
A repository of history a short drive from downtown Albuquerque, Old Town retains the architectural style of the 1700s and is home to more than 150 stores, 25 galleries, plenty of fine restaurants and several museums.
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
The centre interprets the history and culture of New Mexico's 19 American Indian pueblos, and presents ceremonial dances and craft demonstrations on weekends.
2401 12th Street NW
Tel: (505) 843 7270 or 1 866 855 7902.
Website: www.indianpueblo.org
National Hispanic Cultural Center of New Mexico
The largest Latino cultural centre in the country, this extensive facility includes state-of-the-art performance spaces and galleries that present a variety of programmes and installations celebrating Hispanic culture both locally and regionally. There's also a restaurant serving authentic New Mexico food.
1701 Fourth Street SW
Tel: (505) 246 2261.
Website: www.nationalhispaniccenter.org
The Albuquerque Museum of Art & History
In the heart of Old Town, the museum features art of the Southwest as well as permanent and travelling exhibits detailing 400 years of Albuquerque and Rio Grande Valley history.
2000 Mountain Road NW
Tel: (505) 243 7255.
Website: www.cabq.gov/museum
Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway
The world's longest such conveyance, this 4.2km (2.7-mile) tramway transports visitors above from the city's Northeast Heights neighbourhood high into the spectacular terrain of the Sandia Mountains and the Cibola National Forest. There's a popular restaurant at the top.
10 Tramway Loop NE, off I-25 Exit 234 or I-40 Exit 167
Tel: (505) 856 7325.
Website: www.sandiapeak.com
Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum
Hot-air balloons have been used for adventure, scientific experiments, warfare, the arts, espionage and the exploration of space. Albuquerque, considered the world capital of recreational hot-air ballooning, celebrates this heritage with a high-tech museum filled with historic artefacts and impressive interactive multimedia displays.
9201 Balloon Museum Drive, Balloon Fiesta Park
Tel: (505) 880 0500.
Website: www.balloonmuseum.com
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