Sandia Ridge
Albuquerque
Visit Sandia Ridge
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 lively festivals.

Sandia Peak Tramway
You can take time to visit Sandia Peak Tramway during your travels to Albuquerque. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art galleries.

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 fascinating museums.
Things to do

Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

The Ghost Tour of Old Town Albuquerque - since 2001

Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour

Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque - Daily

Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Sandia Ridge

Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
Staff great
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport
All in excellent condition
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

The Querque Hotel
Such a nice clean hotel. Best hotel my whole trip.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque
Awesome! Stay! Clean bathrooms!! We were very please with our stay at Nativo Lodge and would plan to stay there again!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Albuquerque
This was a fantastic stay. Embassy Suites is consistently reliable for me, and this location delivered. Staff were very attentive and friendly, the restaurant/bar had good food and drinks, and we had a great view of downtown Albuquerque. Everything felt smooth and well run.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Isleta Resort and Casino
Nice casino but the Mexican restaurant was so so
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sandia Ridge

Uptown
Uptown is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Winrock Shopping Center and ABQ Uptown, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Albuquerque.

North Campus
While visiting North Campus, you might make a stop by sights like University of New Mexico Campus Observatory and UNM North Golf Course.

Nob Hill
Unique features of Nob Hill include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Aux Dog Theater or Mariposa Gallery while you're exploring the area.

International District
While visiting International District, you might make a stop by sights like The Downs Racetrack and Casino and Expo New Mexico.

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.

Clayton Heights-Lomas Del Cielo
While visiting Clayton Heights-Lomas Del Cielo, you might make a stop by sights like The Pit and Isotopes Park.

