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8309 Washington Place Northeast Albuquerque, NM 87113 United States +1 505 821 1000 / +1 888 422 7277 http://www.aibf.org/ |
Come join the fun in the "Duke City" for annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, an event lasting nine days through the first two weekends in October. Billed as the world's most photographed event, see why more than one million visitors flock to Albuquerque each fall to witness spectacular dawn skyscapes as 1,000 balloons color the sky during mass ascensions. The fiesta features special shape balloons with exclusive mass ascensions, flying competitions, and the popular nighttime "Glowdeo." Sample great local wines during the opening weekend of the event at "Fiesta del Vino," see website for details. Park and ride from the malls around town and avoid the traffic jams. Admission: USD6. Children 12 and under are free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The definitive rattlesnake museum and gift shop |
202 San Felipe Northwest Suite A Albuquerque, NM 87104 United States +1 505 242 6569 http://www.rattlesnakes.com |
When you walk through the doors of this Old Town museum and shop, you may find yourself warily glancing behind the door. But there are no snakes slithering about the store, their crawl space is in the back room where you will find the most complete collection of live rattlesnake species in the world. Once you have toured the museum, return to the gift shop where rattlesnake memorabilia is the hiss. Just try and get through the front door without buying a Rattlesnake Museum logo T-shirt. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Where Clinton golfed |
7001 Osuna Rd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 United States +1 505 884 7505 / +1 505 889 3699 |
President Clinton played this course in 1998. This is one of Golf Digests Top 50, 27-hole courses. You can play weekdays on a first-come-first-serve basis, or call for current tee status and fees. Weekend reservations are available for 18-hole play starting Wednesday mornings at 7a. This beautiful course features panoramic views of the Sandia Mountains. The full-service pro-shop is a Sports Illustrated, award winner. There is a restaurant where banquets, meeting facilities and catering can be arranged. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Local amusement park |
4800 Osuna Rd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 United States +1 505 881 9373 http://www.cliffs.net |
From April to October, this playground is open for the young and the young at heart. It offers more than 23 rides, games of skill, arcade and redemption deals and a variety of great food and gifts. Centrally located in Albuquerque for a convenient playful get away, this place is sure to put a smile on your face and a little extra spring in your step. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Picturesque and quiet place to relax |
1001 Yale NE Albuquerque, NM 87131 United States +1 505 277 0111 http://www.unm.edu |
If your looking for a peaceful place to sit or take a quiet stroll, go over to the University of New Mexico campus and enjoy the Duck Pond and bridge, surrounded by serene walking paths. The grassy hills and big boulders make for great rest areas along with several perfect niches to study, read, contemplate, or just kill time at. Ducks, chicks and swans float about this haven year round and are unafraid to waddle up to people for a prospective bread crumb. Through the years this oasis has become a choice spot for photographers to take pictures of weddings, models, families and high school seniors. Open dawn till dark seven days a week. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Great tasting vino |
8400 Pan American Freeway Northeast Albuquerque, NM 87113 United States +1 505 821 0055 / +1 888 857 9463 http://www.gruetwinery.com/ |
From the highly regarded house of Gruet in France to the high desert of New Mexico come some of the best sparkling wines in the country. The award-winning wines enjoy a stellar reputation and are served in dozens of restaurants around the world. Tours through this elegant facility are available. If you need a special place to host an anniversary celebration, wedding reception, birthday, office or Christmas party, give this winery a call and schedule the banquet facility that can hold up to 250 people. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Challenging hike to Sandia Crest |
2113 Osuna Road Northeast Suite A, Cibola National Forest Albuquerque, NM 87113 United States +1 505 346 3900 http://www.fs.fed.us/r3/cibola/ |
If you are up to the challenge of a hike through four life zones, that climbs from 7,080 feet to 10,280 in just under eight miles, La Luz Trail offers you an alpine escape from the concrete jungle. On weekends, the trail is crowded with day hikers, joggers and their pets. The trail switchbacks upward among granite spires, ponderosa pines, and quaking aspens. Near the top, the trail forks. The right fork takes you to Sandia Crest; the left fork terminates at the Sandia Peak Tramway. Take along plenty of water. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Visual and literary arts |
516 Central Avenue Southwest Albuquerque, NM 87102 United States +1 505 242 8244 http://www.magnifico.org/ |
This is a private, nonprofit organization that celebrates the performing, visual and literary arts through presentation and educational programs. An art exhibit at the Albuquerque Museum, Poetry Habitat and a citywide, month-long celebration of National Poetry are some of the events held here. Community Center Arts Workshops for children and a Holiday Concert Series at San Felipe de Neri Church are scheduled. The Summer Brown Bag Noontime Concert Series on Civic Plaza and various year-round art exhibits and events are also offered. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Local exhibits and a lecture series |
1111 University Blvd University of New Mexico Albuquerque, NM 87131 United States +1 505 277 4405 http://www.unm.edu/~maxwell/ |
With more than 10 million curated items, this museum, on the University of New Mexico Campus, offers one of the most complete records of human history and culture. The museum houses two permanent exhibits. "Ancestors" showcases the four million year history of the evolution of humankind. "People of the Southwest" is an in-depth record of 11,000 years of Southwestern culture. Other dynamic exhibits and a lecture series offer interpretations of man's history across the globe. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nuclear science and history |
1905 Mountain Road Northwest Albuquerque, NM 87115 United States +1 505 245 2137 http://www.atomicmuseum.com |
This place is known as America's official museum of nuclear science and history. A short movie shown every hour features Albert Einstein and the people involved with the development of nuclear science. The world's largest public collection of nuclear weapons is displayed here. Also on display are military aircrafts, robotics and nuclear medicine exhibits. Visitors can be shuttled by the courtesy van, every half-hour from the Gibson and Wyoming gates of the Air Force Base. A virtual tour is available through the Web site address provided. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Cultural extravaganza |
1701 Fourth Street SE Albuquerque, NM 87102 United States +1 505 766 9895 / +1 505 246 2261 http://www.hcfoundation.org/ |
National Hispanic Cultural Center of New Mexico, a state-of-the-art facility which is located in the Rio Grande valley. Hispano America is proudly represented with contributions to the arts, sciences and humanities. See the joy, passion, pain and perseverance of the local and national Hispanic community brought to light here. The stately architectural style of this site is reminiscent of the Incas and Mayans. The facilities include a 2,500-seat amphitheater, performing arts center, research and literary arts building, plus a 10,000-square-foot visual arts center. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Prehistoric and futuristic |
1801 Mountain Road NW Albuquerque, NM 87104 United States +1 505 841 2800 http://www.NMnaturalhistory.org |
Take a walk through time from the big bang through the ice ages in one of the premier natural history museums in the country. Also, discover a great collection of massive dinosaurs while you watch technicians work on actual fossils. You can also experience the Dynamax Theater with its multi-story screen and super sound system. Step into the Time Machine and stop by the Lode Star Center that includes a high-tech, 175-seat theater, telescope and planetarium. The STARTUP Gallery tells the story of Albuquerque's role in the development of the computer. The Nature Works store in the museum features a unique inventory of items related to dinosaurs, birds, and various species of animals and scientific gadgets. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic Old Town Plaza |
303 Romero NW Albuquerque, NM 87104 United States +1 505 243 3215 http://www.albuquerqueoldtown.com |
Take a walk through history around Albuquerque's original central plaza, the serene village that has been the focal point of community life since 1706. Quiet hidden patios, winding brick paths, gardens and balconies are waiting to be discovered. Wrought iron benches and adobe bancos (benches) beckon you to rest in the shade and watch people stroll. Unique items from around the world, as well as those distinctively Southwestern, can be found in more than 100 shops and boutiques. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Famous green chile cheese burgers |
800 Eubank Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87123 United States +1 505 291 4900 |
The original Owl Cafe was born 150 miles south of Albuquerque and grew in popularity among desert travelers and nuclear scientists on their way to, or through, White Sands Missile Range. The Albuquerque location was built in the early 1990s to resemble a 1950s-era diner. Although the atmosphere is decidedly different from the original cafe, the cheeseburgers are the same and they go for $4.50. Add the onion twirls and you will have more than a meal. Daily Blue Plate Specials sell for $6. Homemade cakes, cookies and pies are available, but few customers have room left. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 It's all happening at the zoo |
903-10th St SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 United States +1 505 764 6200 http://www.cabq.gov/biopark |
With everything from rare and exotic animals to comical and common species, the zoo offers award-winning natural habitat displays of white tigers, polar bears, big cats, great apes and just about everything else that came off Noah's Ark. Feeding times for the Sea Lion and Seals are 10:30am and 3:30pm daily. Do not miss it. Shop for hats, toys, film and gifts in the gift shop, open daily. Snack bars are open and an extensive menu is offered at the Cottonwood Cafe. Catering services are also available for group or corporate events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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America's historic mother road |
4508 17th CT Northwest New Mexico Route 66 Association Albuquerque, NM 87107 United States +1 505 344 9330 http://www.2006route66festival... |
Route 66 was commissioned in 1926 and was finished just before World War II. Only parts of the original highway still exist, but there is a great trend to restore and maintain sections of this historic road. In Albuquerque, remnants of an age gone by still cling to life on what is now Central Avenue. You will find the Route 66 Diner, the Duran Drugstore, and the newly restored KiMo Theater. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Worlds longest aerial tramway |
10 Tramway Loop Northeast Albuquerque, NM 87122 United States +1 505 856 7325 http://www.sandiapeak.com/tram... |
This tramway lifts you from the Sandia foothills through five natural life zones to the top of the Sandia Mountains, more than 10,000 feet above sea level. Time and terrain seem to move in harmony as passengers scout the rugged canyons and lush forests for bighorn sheep and deer. The tram docks alongside the High Finance Restaurant. This is a must see. With 2.7 miles of sky-view travel, be sure to visit this spot while in Albuquerque. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Albuquerque's fishing hole |
Tingley Road Southwest Albuquerque, NM 87102 United States +1 505 764 6200 http://www.cabq.gov/biopark/ti... |
Tingley Beach is currently closed for renovations until 2006. Once complete, the design and renovation of this well known weekend destination will involve an enchanting connection between Tingley Aquatic Park and the South Bio Park. A narrow-gauge railroad links these beautiful areas together, and runs along the Bosque and the legendary Rio Grande. Once known as Tingley Beach, this revamped, regional park will encompass wonderful walkways, piers and a quaint shoreline landscape. Pull out the fishing gear and have a go at the stocked fishing hole free of charge or take some bread crumbs and feed the friendly ducks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Soar above town in a hot air balloon |
4800 Eubank Blvd Northeast Albuquerque, NM 87111 United States +1 505 293 6800 / +1 800 351 9588 http://www.worldballoon.com |
Known for its perfect ballooning weather, Albuquerque offers no better way to see the city than from aloft. This is a thrilling experience you will remember all of your life, and the people at World Balloon work hard to make it enjoyable. The little extras, like picking you up from your motel, champagne lift off and a flight certificate, are only a part of the adventure. This company has been in operation since 1961, and has an impeccable safety record. Other services include the Sunrise Wedding Service, balloon sales and service and collectors memorabilia. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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