The 15 best things to do in Albuquerque (2026)

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   1. 8pm ORIGINAL Ghost Tour of Old Town Albuquerque - since 2001!

   Outty Ranking90

   New Mexico's oldest & most famous Ghost Walk since 2001! Locally Woman owned & operated. Featured on your favorite shows: Weird Travels, Dead Files, Coast to Coast Radio, The Travel Channel & more. Learn the spooky 300+. Exceptional at 90/100, 4.9/5 from 937 traveler reviews, 1h from $38, free cancellation.

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   2. Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Ride at Sunrise

   Outty Ranking88

   Float over the Rio Grande Valley during a sunrise hot-air balloon flight from Albuquerque, home of the largest hot-air balloon festival in the world. As the sun comes up over the Sandia Mountains, admire the dramatic red. Exceptional at 88/100, 4.9/5 from 1,423 traveler reviews, 4h from $189, free cancellation.

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   3. ABQ Trolley Co. | Best of ABQ City Tour

   Outty Ranking85

   Climb aboard the open-air Trolley for a rolling tribute to the most legendary highway in America. In 2026, Route 66 turns 100, and this centennial celebration puts the Mother Road front and center in a way you will not f. Exceptional at 85/100, 4.8/5 from 300 traveler reviews, 1.7h from $35, free cancellation.

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   4. High Noon History, Legends & Route 66 Lore - Tour of Old Town

   Outty Ranking83

   We KNOW Old Town! We know the sights, sounds, flavors, people, shops, products, places, photo opportunities and all of the unique things that give visitors the complete “Old Town Experience”. Whether you're visiting Old. Exceptional at 83/100, 4.9/5 from 290 traveler reviews, 1h from $38, free cancellation.

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   5. Breaking Bad RV Tours

   Outty Ranking83

   3 hour Film location tour in the Breaking Bad RV just like the one on the show. see the sights and sounds in our fully interactive,3 hour locations tour. Visiting your favorite Iconic Breaking Bad, El Camino, Better Call. Exceptional at 83/100, 4.8/5 from 510 traveler reviews, 3h from $125, free cancellation.

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   6. Daily Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque

   Outty Ranking78

   Imagine a city where gunslingers walked alongside artisans, farmers, traders, and royalty. Where a majestic river flowed so mightily, it flooded entire towns. Where Native, Hispanic and Anglo cultures melded together to. Strongly Recommended at 78/100, 5.0/5 from 112 traveler reviews, 2h from $125, free cancellation.

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   7. Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Rides at Sunrise

   Outty Ranking76

   Want a more intimate balloon flight? Worried about being in a basket with 14-16 other people? Four Corners Balloon Rides only allows 8-12 people per flight. Our passengers get to experience a more traditional balloon rid. Strongly Recommended at 76/100, 4.9/5 from 263 traveler reviews, 3h from $239, free cancellation.

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   8. Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour

   Outty Ranking74

   Step back in time and immerse yourself in the chilling tales of Albuquerque's haunted past as you embark on this thrilling walking ghost tour. From the eerie Old Town Visitor Center to the ghostly Church Street Cafe, eac. Strongly Recommended at 74/100, 4.7/5 from 88 traveler reviews, 1h from $26, free cancellation.

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   9. Private Hot Air Balloon Flights with Elevated New Mexico

   Outty Ranking69

   Our private hot air balloon flights offer a unique and memorable experience. Passengers can enjoy breathtaking views, tranquility, and a sense of adventure. Many hot air balloon companies offer semi-private or shared fli. Solid Choice at 69/100, 4.9/5 from 98 traveler reviews, 3h from $350, free cancellation.

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    10. Albucreepy Haunted Trolley Tour

    Outty Ranking69

    Dare to uncover the secrets lurking in Albuquerque’s shadows? Join Albucreepy for a spine-chilling journey through the city’s most haunted locales with author, historian and paranormal investigator, Cody Polston. As you. Solid Choice at 69/100, 4.8/5 from 16 traveler reviews, 2.5h from $50, free cancellation.

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    11. Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Ride at Sunset

    Outty Ranking67

    Soar over the Rio Grande Valley in a hot air balloon on a sunset flight from Albuquerque. As the sun goes down over the mesa, marvel at the dramatic oranges and reds that paint the sky, and see the Sandia Mountains loom. Solid Choice at 67/100, 4.8/5 from 57 traveler reviews, 3.5h from $225, free cancellation.

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    12. Duke City Pedaler: Beverage Tour to Old Town/Sawmill Albuquerque

    Outty Ranking67

    The Duke City Pedaler is a 14-passenger party bike that cruises the streets of ABQ making stops at local pubs, breweries, bars, and restaurants. It’s an eco-friendly, pedal-powered party on wheels! Take a cruise through. Solid Choice at 67/100, 5.0/5 from 9 traveler reviews, 2.5h from $35, free cancellation.

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    13. Rio Grande River Valley Flight

    Outty Ranking65

    Choosing our launch sights daily makes it a lot more likely your flight is successful. Ballooning is dependent upon the weather and having such a large radius we fly in gives us a much higher likelihood of having a slow. Solid Choice at 65/100, 4.5/5 from 161 traveler reviews, 3.5h from $199, free cancellation.

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    14. Route 66 Speakeasy Shared Tour

    Outty Ranking63

    Embark on a captivating journey with ABQ Trolley Co. as we cruise through the hidden world of Prohibition-era secrets with our exclusive Route 66 Speakeasy Tour. This immersive experience takes you back in time to the Ro. Solid Choice at 63/100, 5.0/5 from 6 traveler reviews, 3.5h from $75, free cancellation.

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    15. Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour

    Outty Ranking61

    See Albuquerque’s historic spots and discover it’s history and legends, at your own pace, anytime, on this smart phone guided (GPS/APP) walking tour. On the tour you will see the old patio market, the San Felipe de Ner. Solid Choice at 61/100, 4.2/5 from 32 traveler reviews, 0.8h from $8, free cancellation.

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