Activities

1. A hike through the Petroglyphs is always a fun excursion.
2. A hotspot downtown is our new Library Bar & Grill.
3. A long day of Albuquerque adventure needs an evening of soothing massage at Casa Verde Spa/Salon.
4. A short drive south brings you to the Jerky Store and Gift Shop.
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Of course, Albuquerque, New Mexico may be known better than anything else for its balloons, and its major international balloon festival. A hot air balloon flight is an unforgettable experience, from the incredible sensation of the initial launch, floating into the sky, to the exhilarating feeling of gently drifting with the wind and the thrill of landing. The hot air ballooning capital, Albuquerque offers superb conditions and is the perfect place to embark on your very own hot air ballooning adventure.  read more »

Hey, lets go bowl! Albuquerque has a number of modern bowling alleys for the enthusiast. In fact, in June of 2008, it will host the Bowling Congress National Championship.

While many New Mexico casinos are rather small and specialized, Albuquerque has some of the largest, most complete casinos. A number of them are attached to resorts, and offer all the gaming fare one might find in a typical Las Vegas casino. Have fun and win some money!

Something for the young and young at heart. Want to play a little miniature golf, do a little go cart racing, or just idle the time away while dodging Godzilla in front of a giant video monitor? Game centers can be fun for the whole family!

In these rolling hills and lush river valleys with a scenic mountain backdrops, Albuquerque and the surrounding areas provide just about the perfect setting for grand, wondering golf courses. Therefore, Golf Digest and Golf Magazine have ranked several of Albuquerque's public courses among the best in the country for good reason. From desert links to parkland to mountain courses, Albuquerque offers arguably the most diverse golf experience available in one area.

Albuquerque is, of course, famous for its International Balloon Fiesta, but it hosts a number of other important annual events, including the New Mexico State Fair. In fact, the city seems to have a talent for creating international fun in the sun.

Take a walk about. Albuquerque is, of course, a historic city with much to see (and do). Not surprisingly, there are a number of different tours in and around the city, including neighborhood walks and even a Ghost Tour of Old Town. Get acquainted with old Albuquerque and enjoy some local flavor with organized, self guided tours and day trips.

The area around Albuquerque is well known for its wine. Indeed, nearly 150 years before the first wines were made in California, Spanish missionaries planted grapes in the Rio Grande Valley, making New Mexico the oldest wine making region in the United States. Here, grape growers take advantage of the high desert's warm, sunny days and cool, crisp nights, producing award winning wines.  read more »