Visit Sandia Heights
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 collegiate vibe at University of New Mexico as part of your travels around Albuquerque. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and 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.
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 acclaimed theater scene.
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 acclaimed art scene.
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
Learn about the 19 Pueblo tribes of New Mexico through exhibits, performances and craft demonstrations at this popular cultural attraction.
Things to do
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - Albuquerque, NM
Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque - Daily
Private Full Day Albuquerque Tour (with Hotel Pickup & Dropoff)
Albuquerque Art Walk: Amazing Murals Abound!
Sandia Heights Hotel Deals
Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
Everything was nice
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025
The Querque Hotel
Lots of parking, security driving through regularly. Nice spot for the price and super pet friendly wing also. Pool was down during our stay but looks like a great pool in courtyard
Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025
Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport
Check-in was great. I was so tired. The receptionist was very hospitably kind and even opened the door for me while I was bringing in my luggage.
Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025
Sandia Resort And Casino
The staff was very accommodating.
Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025
Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque
Very comfortable
Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Albuquerque Airport
It was okay. Convenient access to the airport. Rooms were clean and staff was friendly. Was a bit noisy at times because the floors seem thin.. at times it sounded like someone was coming in our room but it was just the people upstairs (they weren’t being noisy, just walking and opening doors, etc, ...
Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Sandia Heights
North Albuquerque Acres
Though North Albuquerque Acres might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sandia Peak Tramway and Sandia Casino.
Northeast Heights
While visiting Northeast Heights, you might make a stop by sights like ABQ Uptown and Coronado Center.
Foothills South
If you're spending some time in Foothills South, Cibola National Forest and Beverly Mountain Guides are top sights worth seeing.
Balloon Fiesta Park - North I-25
If you're spending some time in Balloon Fiesta Park - North I-25, Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum and Gruet Winery are top sights worth seeing.
Uptown
Travelers to Uptown praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Winrock Shopping Center and ABQ Uptown.
Alamedan Valley
If you're spending some time in Alamedan Valley, Adobe Theater and Sandia Trails are top sights worth seeing.