Foothills South, NM
Albuquerque
Visit Foothills South
Popular places to visit
![Came across a large rock face being scaled by climbers on a Sandia foothills trail. Gorgeous hike and lots of fun watching these adventurers climb and rappel!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f94de540c1300c045adfea8e6aabee50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Sandia Foothills Open Space
Explore the great outdoors at Sandia Foothills Open Space, a lovely green space in Albuquerque.
![Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum featuring interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/170000/170098-Anderson-Abruzzo-Albuquerque-International-Balloon-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Balloon Fiesta Park
Explore the great outdoors at Balloon Fiesta Park, a lovely green space in Albuquerque. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art scene.
![I love this spot. Especially when it's around dusk. It is near the CERIA bldg.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f781c2fe9acb18ba8781ec6ecd8be4a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
University of New Mexico
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of New Mexico as part of your travels around Albuquerque. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene.
![ABQ BioPark Zoo which includes land animals and zoo animals](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/169000/169641-Albuquerque.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
ABQ BioPark Zoo
Why not meet the animals who call ABQ BioPark Zoo home during your travels in Albuquerque? Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art scene.
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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 lively festivals.
![I love this photo- this friendly guy looks suspended in time as if the moment I clicked the camera button I captured him perfectly... Of course that means that his release began the second my finger let go of the button!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2f3a161117ea475cac0a87bde2a5984e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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 fascinating museums.
Foothills South Hotel Deals
![Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10598/135503c0_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 February 2025
![The Querque Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69720000/69717000/69716984/003c98ff_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 10 February 2025
![Isleta Resort and Casino](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2219800/2219777/2ac9c21e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 February 2025
![Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20530000/20528500/20528491/6070a07e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 10 February 2025
![Sandia Resort And Casino](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1550000/1540100/1540099/5f37aa62_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 5 February 2025
![Embassy Suites by Hilton Albuquerque](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1140000/1139918/996a8fc9_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 10 February 2025
Other neighborhoods around Foothills South
![Autumn at the top of the Sandia Mountains in Albuquerque, NM is not to be missed if you happen to visit at just the right time. Hope you're not afraid of heights.
#CeliaLuzPhotography #autumn #Albuquerque #NewMexico #trees #landscape #nature #Hike #Sandias #fall #travel #places #seasons #BestHikesAroundtheWorld](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/fceaec7a0b2060e13b38431456daa81f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Northeast Heights
While visiting Northeast Heights, you might make a stop by sights like ABQ Uptown and Coronado Center.
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International District
While visiting International District, you might make a stop by sights like The Downs Racetrack and Casino and Expo New Mexico.
![Sandia peak looking east at a heavy storm rolling in.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ef657b50fbb461cafb8421157f5c49c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Just another nice sunset out west.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f0d63f33ec5a27f216ad05e6cfce2cb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum featuring interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/170000/170098-Anderson-Abruzzo-Albuquerque-International-Balloon-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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 Balloon Fiesta Park are top sights worth seeing.
![One of the best weekend vacations I've ever spent was in Albuquerque, New Mexico at the International Balloon Festival! You can walk among the balloons and watch them "wake" and rise. What a joy!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/baa8d9e95675aae71a87b523b1623d46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Nob Hill
Unique features of Nob Hill include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Aux Dog Theater or Mariposa Gallery while you're exploring the area.