Historic Albuquerque dates to 1706, when it was founded as a Spanish colony. Today, it is the largest city in New Mexico and the hot-air-ballooning capital of the world. Some of the city's top sights include the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science and Old Town, where you will find historic adobe homes, traditional eateries and the 18th-century San Felipe de Neri Church.
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This hotel close to downtown Albuquerque offers spacious guestrooms and easy access to top attractions like Old Town, ABQ BioPark, and the Albuquerque Convention Center.
San Felipe de Neri Church - Located in Old Town, this is one of the oldest surviving structures in Albuquerque, and also houses a museum.
New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science - Learn about billions of years of natural history at this top-rated interactive museum, which features an active volcano, Ice Age cave, and a plethora of dinosaurs.
ABQ BioPark - This aquarium, botanical garden and zoo is one of the city's favorite family destinations.
The best time to visit Albuquerque is during the fall months (September-November) when the high-desert climate is the most bearable. If visiting for the annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta plan your trip for October.
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