Sawmill Area
Albuquerque
Visit Sawmill Area
Popular places to visit

Balloon Fiesta Park
After visiting Balloon Fiesta Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Albuquerque. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.

University of New Mexico
Enjoy the student vibe at University of New Mexico as part of your travels around Albuquerque. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.

ABQ BioPark Zoo
Enjoy a day filled with animal encounters as you watch exotic creatures from all over the world, including powerful and ferocious predators.

Old Town Plaza
You can find out about the history of Albuquerque with a visit to Old Town Plaza. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

ABQ BioPark Aquarium
Make time to visit the sea animals who live in ABQ BioPark Aquarium during your trip to Albuquerque. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art galleries.

Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
Learn about the 19 Pueblo tribes of New Mexico through exhibits, performances and craft demonstrations at this popular cultural attraction.
Things to do

Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

The Ghost Tour of Old Town Albuquerque - since 2001

Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - Albuquerque, NM

Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour

Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque - Daily
Top hotels in Sawmill Area

Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town
Its a very nice hotel, would stay again. My opinion is that the restruant could have been better staffed on Christmas and the next morning. Certainly not a deal breaker.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

Hotel Chaco
Yes
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
Room was clean, breakfast menu was great
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport
Someone brought us a pack 'n play crib right away for the baby. And later brought some regular bed sheets because all of the Crib sheets had been stolen by previous users. We wondered why the thiefs hadn't been charged for the appropriated sheets, since we had to give a $50 deposit for the crib. ...
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

The Querque Hotel
My first staying here and i gotta say, my experience was great. Staff was super nice. Definitely be staying again.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque
Stay at this Hyatt place several times wonderful hotel
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sawmill Area

Old Town Albuquerque
Unique features of Old Town Albuquerque include the historical sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Old Town Plaza or Albuquerque Museum while you're exploring the area.

Near North Valley
Near North Valley might not have many top sights, but Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and Rio Grande Trail are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

West Old Town
While visiting West Old Town, you might make a stop by sights like ABQ BioPark Aquarium and Old Town Plaza.

Downtown Albuquerque
Downtown Albuquerque is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to KiMo Theater and Sunshine Theater while you're in town.

Martineztown-Santa Barbara
Martineztown-Santa Barbara might not have many top sights, but Sunshine Theater and Maxwell Museum of Anthropology are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Barelas
While visiting Barelas, you might make a stop by sights like National Hispanic Cultural Center and ABQ BioPark Zoo.

