Things to do in Central New Mexico

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Central New Mexico Attractions

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Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

$209
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Rides at Sunrise

Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Rides at Sunrise

$199
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Rides at Sunrise
Private Hot Air Balloon Flights with Elevated New Mexico

Private Hot Air Balloon Flights with Elevated New Mexico

$699
per adult
Private Hot Air Balloon Flights with Elevated New Mexico
Albucreepy Haunted Trolley Tour

Albucreepy Haunted Trolley Tour

$50
per adult
Albucreepy Haunted Trolley Tour
Private Full Day Albuquerque Tour

Private Full Day Albuquerque Tour (with Hotel Pickup & Dropoff)

$399
per adult
Private Full Day Albuquerque Tour (with Hotel Pickup & Dropoff)
Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque - Daily

Daily Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque

$125
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Daily Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque
Breaking Bad RV Tour

Breaking Bad RV Tours

$125
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Breaking Bad RV Tours
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Santa Fe: Meow Wolf The House of Eternal Return Ticket

Santa Fe: Meow Wolf The House of Eternal Return Ticket

8.0 out of 10 with 28 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $51 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Private Full Day Albuquerque Tour (with Hotel Pickup & Dropoff)

Private Full Day Albuquerque Tour (with Hotel Pickup & Dropoff)

Activity duration is 8 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $399 per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Santa Fe Sweet & Spicy Food Tour: Churros, Biscochitos & More

Santa Fe Sweet & Spicy Food Tour: Churros, Biscochitos & More

Activity duration is 2 hours
8.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $70 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Make Your Own Stained Glass Honeycomb

Make Your Own Stained Glass Honeycomb

Activity duration is 1 hour
10.0 out of 10 with 18 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $100 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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

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

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $35 per adult
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What to do in Central New Mexico

Things to Do in Central New Mexico with Kids

Nothing tops hanging out as a family. Central New Mexico boasts a wonderful selection of family friendly experiences that the entire gang will be interested in:

 

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Santa Fe Plaza

9.4/10 (6,885 reviews)
Home to many landmarks in the heart of the city, this spacious square evokes echoes of the Spanish colonial era with its markets, bandstand and live music.
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Popular day trips from Central New Mexico

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Albuquerque

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Los Alamos

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Espanola

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Los Lunas

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Socorro

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Corrales

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Rio Rancho

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Pecos

Frequently asked questions

What to do in Central New Mexico on a sunny day?
A Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride and an All-Inclusive Luxury Group Tour of New Mexico are fun-filled outdoor experiences that'll get you out of your hotel room.
What should I not miss in Central New Mexico?
You'll want to put these attractions at the top of your must-do list to get the most out of your visit:

  • Santa Fe Opera
  • Old Town Plaza
  • ABQ BioPark Zoo
  • New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science

Are there cheap things to do in Central New Mexico?
Book an Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Albuquerque by Operation City Quest or a Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Santa Fe by Operation City Quest and experience this destination without handing over a fortune.
What can you do in Central New Mexico for free?
You'll hardly have time to pull your wallet out of your bag with so many terrific free attractions:

  • Old Town Plaza
  • San Miguel Mission
  • Santa Fe Plaza
  • Route 66 Casino

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