Albuquerque
Dubbed �The Duke City� after its founder, the Viceroy of New Spain, Albuquerque is home to clear skies, mild temperatures, and ample sunshine that lasts for nearly the entire year. Nature and outdoors enthusiasts can find sanctity in the climate and landscape of Albuquerque. There�s a reason why over half a million people call this place home, and it isn�t only because the weather is ethereal for over 300 days out of the year.
As soon as you land, let the good times roll with activities ranging from the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta to relaxing in the sunshine at Tingley Beach.
Albuquerque at a Glance
Albuquerque is most popular during June, July, and August. During the summer, tourists can experience near-perfect weather conditions and make the most of outdoor activities including live music festivals and hot air ballooning. The 32nd most populous city in the United States has no shortage in recognition of the wonders it has to offer tourists.
Albuquerque has a total area of 187.7 miles of land and lies within the northern, upper edges of the Chihuahuan Desert ecoregion. �The Duke City� is adjacent to the Colorado Plateau Semi-Desert, Arizona/New Mexico Mountains, and southwest plateaus.
This city also features one of the highest elevations in the United States ranging from 4,900 feet above sea level near the Rio Grande and 6,700 feet in the foothills of Sandia Peak.
Albuquerque has a population of 564,559 people and lies only an hour south of Santa Fe. Albuquerque International Sunport serves as one of the primary airports of New Mexico, accommodating over 5 million travelers per year. As the main airport in Albuquerque, it streamlines traveling processes with a simplified design and easy access to gates. Neighboring airports include Santa Fe Municipal Airport and the Double Eagle Ii Airport.
Albuquerque Attractions
Hispanic culture has a strong influence in Albuquerque, as Spanish and Native American roots alike run deep through the state of New Mexico. From Mexican cuisine to the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, travelers will have the pleasure of being immersed in the many cultures that played a part in the development of the United States.
The contributions of the Spanish and Native Americans of New Mexico to U.S. gentrification do not go uncelebrated. One prime example is Mexican cuisine. From Green Chile Cheeseburgers to Tewa Tacos that explode with savory goodness upon each bite, the roots of Spanish culture are never more noticeable than when biting into a green chile or a homemade tortilla. Some of the finest American restaurants of Hispanic heritage pepper the Albuquerque area, and are waiting for more 5-star reviews!
So, what�re you waiting for? Find out why millions of tourists flock to Albuquerque every year to take in diverse cultures while making the most of an exemplary climate.
Ojito Trail
Freds Run Ski Trail
Burn Ski Trail
Cañon De Perry
Oso Corredor Trail
Cañon De Torreon
Cañon De Troncon Negro
Spanish History Museum
Penasco Blanco Trail
Cañon De La Perra
Aspen Narrows Ski Trail
Sabino Canyon
Charlies Canyon
Exhibition Ski Trail
Crest Trail
Cañon Del Trigo
David Canyon
Meteorite Museum
Encino Canyon
Cañon De Rajadero De Los Negros
Race Hill Ski Trail
Vigil Trail
Boca Negra Canyon
Lukas Canyon
Palo Duroso Canyon
Lorenzo Canyon
San Lazarus Gulch
Cañon De Chilili
Piedra Lisa Canyon
Silver Arrow Ski Trail
Arroyo De Yrisarri
Cañon Del Ojo Del Venado
Navajo Draw
San Francisco Canyon
Lower Exhibition Ski Trail
Sandia Mountains
Ten K Trail
Cañon De La Gallina
Cañon De Los Alamitos
Suicide Ski Trail
Maxwell Museum Of Anthropology
Cañon Cueva Del Leon
Cañon Agua Sarca
Cañon De Novillo
Cañon De Las Palas
Lurance Canyon
Otero Canyon
Cañon Del Ojo Del Indio
Mosca Trail
Valle Grande Golf Course
Carolino Canyon
Speedway Park Stadium
Palomas Trail
Cañon De Savina
Armijo Trail
Embudito Trail
Sol Se Mete Canyon
Pino Trail
Juan Tomas Canyon
Cañon De Tajique
Primera Agua Canyon
Cañon De Los Moyos
Dipsey Ski Trail
Tejano Canyon
Valencia County Historical Society Museum
Cañon De Gallegos
Rio Grande Zoological Park
Barro Canyon
Cañon Cuervo
Embudo Trail
Oldtimer Canyon
Cañon Del Venado
Canon La Cueva
American International Rattlesnake Museum
Geology Museum
Cañon De La Vereda
Inhibition Ski Trail
Albuquerque Racecourse
Sandia Ski Trail
Canon De La Fuera
National Atomic Museum
Cañon Del Ojo Redondo
Do Drop In Ski Trail
Chamisoso Canyon
Juan Tabo Canyon
Cañon De Sanchez
Sandoval Canyon
Cañon Los Joyos
Cañon Osha
Cañon Media
Immaculate Conception Parish Museum
Cañon Madera
Diablo Ski Trail
Double Eagle Ii Ski Trail
Embudo Canyon
Race Arena Ski Trail
Embudito Canyon
Barts Trail
Albuquerque Museum
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