Albuquerque
Dubbed �The Duke City� after its founder, the Viceroy of New Spain, Albuquerque is home to clear skies, mild temperatures, and ample sunshine that lasts for nearly the entire year. Nature and outdoors enthusiasts can find sanctity in the climate and landscape of Albuquerque. There�s a reason why over half a million people call this place home, and it isn�t only because the weather is ethereal for over 300 days out of the year.
As soon as you land, let the good times roll with activities ranging from the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta to relaxing in the sunshine at Tingley Beach.
Albuquerque at a Glance
Albuquerque is most popular during June, July, and August. During the summer, tourists can experience near-perfect weather conditions and make the most of outdoor activities including live music festivals and hot air ballooning. The 32nd most populous city in the United States has no shortage in recognition of the wonders it has to offer tourists.
Albuquerque has a total area of 187.7 miles of land and lies within the northern, upper edges of the Chihuahuan Desert ecoregion. �The Duke City� is adjacent to the Colorado Plateau Semi-Desert, Arizona/New Mexico Mountains, and southwest plateaus.
This city also features one of the highest elevations in the United States ranging from 4,900 feet above sea level near the Rio Grande and 6,700 feet in the foothills of Sandia Peak.
Albuquerque has a population of 564,559 people and lies only an hour south of Santa Fe. Albuquerque International Sunport serves as one of the primary airports of New Mexico, accommodating over 5 million travelers per year. As the main airport in Albuquerque, it streamlines traveling processes with a simplified design and easy access to gates. Neighboring airports include Santa Fe Municipal Airport and the Double Eagle Ii Airport.
Albuquerque Attractions
Hispanic culture has a strong influence in Albuquerque, as Spanish and Native American roots alike run deep through the state of New Mexico. From Mexican cuisine to the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, travelers will have the pleasure of being immersed in the many cultures that played a part in the development of the United States.
The contributions of the Spanish and Native Americans of New Mexico to U.S. gentrification do not go uncelebrated. One prime example is Mexican cuisine. From Green Chile Cheeseburgers to Tewa Tacos that explode with savory goodness upon each bite, the roots of Spanish culture are never more noticeable than when biting into a green chile or a homemade tortilla. Some of the finest American restaurants of Hispanic heritage pepper the Albuquerque area, and are waiting for more 5-star reviews!
So, what�re you waiting for? Find out why millions of tourists flock to Albuquerque every year to take in diverse cultures while making the most of an exemplary climate.
Armijo Trail
Cañon De Los Alamitos
Albuquerque Museum
Osha Loop Trail
Charlies Canyon
Do Drop In Ski Trail
Cañon Media
Race Arena Ski Trail
Geology Museum
Carolino Canyon
Oldtimer Canyon
Cañon Del Trigo
Salado Canyon
Cañon De Las Palas
Cerro Blanco Trail
La Luz Trail
Embudo Trail
Apachitos Canyon
La Madera Ski Trail
Tejano Canyon
Las Huertas Canyon
Cañon Osha
Tecolote Trail
Cañon Monte Del Largo
Sandia Mountains
South Piedra Lisa
Cañoncito De Medio
Vigil Trail
Perdiz Canyon
Navajo Draw
Aspen Glade Ski Trail
Cienega Trail
Albuquerque Racecourse
Cañon De Sanchez
Cañon Agua Sarca
Diablo Ski Trail
Rio Grande Zoological Park
Palomas Trail
Lurance Canyon
Encino Canyon
Cañon Del Apache
Lujan Canyon
American International Rattlesnake Museum
Cañon De Troncon Negro
San Pedro Mountains
Arroyo De Yrisarri
Jaral Trail
Sedillo Canyon
Silver Arrow Ski Trail
Cañon Madera
Bonito Canyon
Foster Murphy Ski Trail
Manzano Mountains
Cañon Cuervo
Double Eagle Ii Ski Trail
Inhibition Ski Trail
Cedro Canyon
Cañon Tejon
National Atomic Museum
Cibola Ski Trail
Cañon De La Perra
Primera Agua Canyon
Cañoncito
Tijeras Canyon
Double Eagle Ski Trail
Mosca Trail
Lorenzo Canyon
Boca Negra Canyon
Chamisoso Canyon
Cañon Del Ojo Redondo
Canon De La Fuera
Valle Grande Golf Course
Cañon De Terrero
Canon De La Miga
Ojito Trail
Cañon Los Joyos
Otero Canyon
Gypsy Queen Canyon
Lower Exhibition Ski Trail
Freds Run Ski Trail
Lower Slalom Ski Trail
Canon La Cueva
Commanche Trail
Embudito Trail
Jaral Canyon
Bosque Trail
Maxwell Museum
Albuquerque Golf Course
Maxwell Museum Of Anthropology
Ten K Trail
Cañon De La Gallina
Cañon De Rajadero De Los Negros
Speedway Park Stadium
Cañon Cueva Del Leon
Canoncito Trail
Cañon De Chilili
Ojito Canyon
Hups Ski Trail
Tablazon Canyon
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