Albuquerque International Sunport 17 min
Albuquerque Museum (18 min) Local history museum featuring maps, photos & crafts depicting the history of Albuquerque. ABQ BioPark (20 min) Over 250 species of animal life in a natural environment, including polar bears, monkeys & koalas. Tingley Beach (20 min) Tranquil park known for its waterfowl & walking paths, plus ponds for fishing & model boating. National Museum of Nuclear Science & History (5 min) Compact educational spot featuring exhibits chronicling the development of nuclear science. New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science (19 min) Expansive museum featuring stones & gems, dinosaur skeletons & a time travel simulation ride. Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (18 min) Expansive museum featuring pottery, arts & crafts, jewelry & more from local Native American tribes. Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum (24 min) Open & airy tri-level museum explores the history of ballooning & features a flight simulator. National Hispanic Cultural Center (17 min) 11,000-sq.-ft. gallery featuring classic & modern Hispanic art along with visual art presentations. Explora (19 min) All-ages science, tech & art museum with over 250 exploratory exhibits & separate toddler area. ABQ BioPark Aquarium (21 min) Spacious aquarium featuring tanks with hundreds of fish plus a theater showing educational films. Cliff's Amusement Park (19 min) Amusement park with seasonal hours featuring rides, roller coasters, games, a water park & more. Sandia Peak Tramway (27 min) 2.7-mi. aerial tram ride, with Albuquerque & mountain views, to a peak with trails, skiing & dining. ABQ BioPark - Botanic Garden (21 min) Sprawling collection of gardens with walking paths also features seasonal classes, tours & events. Rio Grande Nature Center State Park (22 min) Riverside area on 270 acres with trails, bird-watching, native plants, self-guided exhibits & store. Cibola National Forest (30 min) 1.6 million acres of trees, meadows & mountains, with campgrounds, climbing areas & scenic trails. |