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Albuquerque
Attractions - Things to do
1. Sandia Peak Tramway
www.sandiapeak.com |
What is it? The perfect awe-inspiring overview of
Albuquerque can be had from nearly one mile (2km) above the city on
top of Sandia Crest, the windy mountaintop where the view is said
to extend for over 1,000 miles (1,609km). Simply follow Tramway
Boulevard for a few miles north of the city to board the Sandia
Peak Aerial Tramway, the world's longest continuous jigback
passenger tramway, which makes the ascent from the desert foothills
to the summit in about 20 minutes. In winter skiers make use of the
more than 30 trails descending from the mountain crest, while in
summer hikers and mountain bikers take the tramway up and enjoy
nature on their way down. Pleasure seekers simply ride to the top
to enjoy the view, which is particularly spectacular at sunset, and
enjoy a meal at the High Finance Restaurant with its picture
windows.
Hours of Operation: Daily 9am to 9pm (summer), 9am to 8pm in winter (from
5pm on Tuesdays); it does not operate on very windy days, and is
closed for maintenance from 3-14 April and for two weeks in October
and November
Phone:(505) 856 7325 (tramway), 242 9052 (ski
area) |
2. Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
2401 12th Street NW
www.indianpueblo.org |
What is it? The Indian Pueblo Cultural Centre is designed
to give an introduction to New Mexico's rich Native American
cultural heritage and the 19 individual pueblo communities of the
State. The Centre is situated on 12th Street, about a mile
northeast of the Old Town in Albuquerque, and is a recreation of
Pueblo Bonito, a ruined Indian village in the Chaco Culture
National Historic Park dating from the 9th century. The Centre also
features a museum displaying early photographs, artefacts and
artworks. A restaurant serves traditional fare and traditional
dances are performed by different tribal groups. Those interested
in seeing the real thing can make an excursion to Pueblo Acoma, 60
miles (96km) west of Albuquerque, the oldest inhabited village in
the United States, situated on a 367-foot high sandstone
rock.
Hours of Operation: Pueblo Cultural Center Museum: 9am to
4.30pm
Phone:(505) 843 7270 (Pueblo Cultural Center); (505) 552 6604
(Pueblo Acoma) |
3. Petroglyph National Monument
www.nps.gov/petr |
What is it? One of Albuquerque's most enjoyable
recreational attractions is the 17-mile-long (27km) stretch of
escarpment of the West Mesa, entered from Unser Boulevard, that is
a treasure-trove of more than 25,000 prehistoric and historic rock
carvings or petroglyphs, some dating as far back as 2,000 years.
Maps and information regarding the geology and history of the area
are available from the Las Imágenes Visitor Center.
Hikers can follow various trails to explore the Boca Negra Canyon,
or join rangers on scheduled walks during the summer months. Picnic
areas, drinking water and restroom facilities are
provided.
Hours of Operation: Las Imágenes Visitor Center and Boca Negra
Canyon: daily 8am to 5pm
Phone:(505) 899 0205 |
4. American International Rattlesnake Museum
202 San Felipe NW
www.rattlesnakes.com |
What is it? Albuquerque's Rattlesnake Museum is an
exciting and educational experience. Billed as an animal
conservation museum the establishment is dedicated to displaying
how rattlesnakes influence our lives. Exhibits include artefacts,
memorabilia and the largest collection of live rattlesnakes in the
world. The snakes, gathered from North, Central and South America,
are kept in specially recreated habitats.
Hours of Operation: Monday to Saturday 10am to 6pm, Sunday 12pm to
5pm
Phone:(505) 242 6569 |
5. New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science
1801 Mountain Road NW
www.nmmnh-abq.mus.nm.us/nmmnh/nmmnh.html |
What is it? The exciting Museum of Natural History takes
visitors on a time trip through 12-billion years from the formation
of the universe to the present day. From the earth's beginnings
exhibits, displays and recreated scenes take you through an
erupting volcano, an ice-age cave, an aquarium, the dinosaur age
and a fossil centre, giant-screen theatre, planetarium and a
naturalist centre, to name just a few of the educational
entertainments offered.
Hours of Operation: Daily 9am to 5pm. Closed on Mondays (excluding
holidays) during January and September
Phone:(505) 841 2800 |
6. Albuquerque Museum
2000 Mountain Road NW
www.albuquerquemuseum.com |
What is it? The Albuquerque Museum on the edge of the
city's Old Town explores New Mexico's past, using the largest
collection of Spanish colonial artefacts in the United States to do
so. Exhibits like Spanish armour and swords mingle with a recreated
18th-century adobe house compound. The museum also pays homage to
the Vaqueros, the original cowboys who rode the range in New Mexico
in the 16th century. There are also hands-on experiences to try
like spinning wool and a theatre where films about the city are
shown regularly. The museum provides a walking tour of the Old Town
area departing at 11am each day except Monday during spring, summer
and fall.
Hours of Operation: Tuesday to Sunday 9am to 5pm; closed Thanksgiving and
Christmas
Phone:(505) 243 7255 |
7. The Turquoise Trail
www.turquoisetrail.org |
What is it? Travellers who abandon the highway and opt
for the scenic byways will be rewarded with The Turquoise Trail
state-designated scenic and historic route, which runs from
Albuquerque to Sante Fe through the majestic Sandia Mountains,
passing through the revived 'ghost' towns of New Mexico's mining
belt. The route begins on NM14 about 16 miles (26km) east of
central Albuquerque, covering about 61 miles (98km) before reaching
Sante Fe. En route is the Cibola National Forest, mining towns of
Madrid, Golden and Cerrillos filled with art and craft
practitioners, the Tinkertown Museum, Museum of Archaeology, Old
Coal Mine Museum and the Turquoise Mining
Museum.
Hours of Operation:
Phone: |
8. International UFO Museum
114 North Main Street, Roswell
www.iufomrc.com |
What is it? The town of Roswell in south-east New Mexico
has become the focus of UFO and alien hunters from all over the
world every since the 'Roswell Incident' in 1947, when an alien
craft purportedly crashed near the town leaving surviving
extra-terrestrials. Conspiracy theorists believe government
authorities deliberately covered up the crash. The incident, as
well as a large collection of UFO-related material, is highlighted
at the International UFO Museum and Research Center in Main Street,
Roswell. The museum also features a worldwide UFO sighting map and
a comprehensive library.
Hours of Operation: Daily 9am to 5pm
Phone:(505) 625 9495 |
Albuquerque Holidays guide
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Transport -A bus network operates around the city,
but is not comprehensive enough to link the major tourist sights,
and buses stop running at 9pm.
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