Albuquerque Things to Do Tips by dacrites

Old Town is a charming Historic Village in the middle of a metropolitan area. Old Town Albuquerque is a must visit; 18th century architecture with narrow brick paths, world famous artwork, fine jewelry, delicious food and rare specialty shops in a mix of Spanish, Native American and Anglo heritages.
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With more than 150 shops & galleries, housed in historic adobe buildings, it's great stop for shopper's and photographer's! Old Town Albuquerque has lots of little nooks and crannies where you will find quaint shops in the true southwestern style....all located within a ten minute walk from each other. You can ride in a horse drawn carriage, there's museums to view, great restaurants to eat at, art galleries, jewelry & trading posts, specialty shops............if you're looking for something specific...Old Town is bound to have it!
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The website below has lots of information on Old Town, the various shops & restaurants, lodging, transportation, etc.

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Address: Right off of Rio Grande Blvd.
Directions: About 10-15 minutes from the airport; close to I-40...very easy to get to.
Website: http://www.albuquerqueoldtown.com

Consists of a Main Musuem, a mini-theater, the Pueblo House Children's Musuem, gift shops, the Pueblo Restaurant, and an exhibit gallery. You can learn of the various pueblos and their cultures here.
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At the website listed below, they have informational links to the various pueblos in New Mexico.

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Phone: 800-766-4405
Address: 2401 12th St. NW
Directions: Right off of I-40 heading west of ABQ.
Website: http://www.indianpueblo.org/ippc/

Features the most impressive collections of Indian and Hispanic petroglyphs dating from 1300 AD. More than 15,000 fascinating ancient Indian rock drawings can be seen on the 17-mile long West Mesa escarpment.

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Phone: 505-899-0205
Address: 6001 Unser Blvd. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120
Directions: Watch for signs off of I-40 heading west of ABQ, towards Gallup.
Website: http://www.nps.gov/petr/

The world's longest tramway, rising to the top of Sandia Peak. Great panaromic view, and opportunity for seeing wildlife. There's a gift shop and 2 restaurants located at the top, plus hiking trails into the Cibola National Forest. Skiing is also available.
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The tramway length is 2.7 miles; it rises 3,819 ft.; it's approximately a 15-20 minute ride from the base to the top of Sandia Peak, which is 10,378 feet.

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Phone: 505-856-7325
Address: 10 Tramway Loop NE, Albuquerque, NM 87122
Directions: From I-40: Exit 167, North on Tramway Blvd approx. 9 miles.
From I-25: Exit 234 Tramway Road East
Website: http://www.sandiapeak.com