Sawmill Area
Albuquerque
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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 lively festivals.

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

Albuquerque Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Albuquerque Convention Center during your trip to Albuquerque. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals.

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 fascinating museums.

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.

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 lively festivals.
Things to do

Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Rides at Sunrise

Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - Albuquerque, NM

The Original 8pm 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
Top hotels in Sawmill Area

Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town
Great stay. Great location. Great mountain view from 9th floor room. Only inconvenience was one of two elevators was broken but elevator use wasn't real heavy.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Hotel Chaco
Room was beautiful, beds are very comfortable and staff was friendly, my husband and I would stay again in the future. Thanks Hotel Chaco.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
Very convenient shuttle to the airport. Only problem was being kept awake due to noise in the lobby throughout the night.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Sonesta ES Suites Albuquerque
Very nice and clean room with a full size refrigerator, pots and pans. Staff was amazing as usual. I love staying here and definitely will again. Easy to get to and from where I needed to be and go
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Isleta Resort and Casino
Clean room, as usual. Great atmosphere
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

The Querque Hotel
Room was clean. Staff was friendly.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 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 American International Rattlesnake Museum while you're exploring the area.

Wells Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wells Park and surrounding area, you can visit Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and Explora Science Center and Children's Museum.

Near North Valley
Near North Valley might not have many top sights, but Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and Albuquerque Museum 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.
