South Valley
Albuquerque
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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 lively festivals.
Albuquerque Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Albuquerque Convention Center during your trip to Albuquerque. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and lively festivals.
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 fascinating museums.
Sandia Peak Tramway
You can take time to visit Sandia Peak Tramway during your travels to Albuquerque. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.
Things to do
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
The Original 8pm Ghost Tour of Old Town Albuquerque - since 2001
Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Rides at Sunrise
Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque - Daily
Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour
Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour
Top hotels in South Valley
Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
Room was spotless, pool was nice, and service was amazing
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
Sonesta ES Suites Albuquerque
Hotel sonesta The only positive thing at this hotel is that one of the staff members, Elias, was super friendly and helpful. Another staff member was reluctant to give me extra towels unless I returned the ones we had used. There were several horrible things about the room! We were overrun with cockroaches-in ...
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
Isleta Resort and Casino
Beautiful, clean, welcoming. A lot to do. We will be back! Beautiful room.
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
The Querque Hotel
Room
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque
Clean room, very friendly staff
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Sandia Resort And Casino
Awesome room, spotless, beautiful views people were nice. It was a great stay.
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Valley
Sunport
If you're spending some time in Sunport, Paseo del Noreste and Championship Golf Course at the University of New Mexico are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Albuquerque
Downtown Albuquerque is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to KiMo Theater and Sunshine Theater while you're in town.
Old Town Albuquerque
Unique features of Old Town Albuquerque include the historic sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Old Town Plaza or American International Rattlesnake Museum while you're exploring the area.
West Old Town
While visiting West Old Town, you might make a stop by sights like ABQ BioPark Aquarium and Old Town Plaza.
Nob Hill
Unique features of Nob Hill include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Mariposa Gallery or Aux Dog Theater while you're exploring the area.
Martineztown-Santa Barbara
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Martineztown-Santa Barbara and surrounding area, you can visit Sunshine Theater and Maxwell Museum of Anthropology.
