Albuquerque Tours, Tickets & Excursions

Albuquerque is world renowned for its hot air balloon festival. Most visitors only watch balloons from the ground but this tour offers the chance to soar into the air yourself. In a small group of no more than five people, watch the sun rise as you fly over the Sandia Mountains and toast the experience with a glass of bubbly.

Watch daylight appear above the Rio Grand Valley during a sunrise hot air balloon ride from Albuquerque, and see the first rays illuminate the rugged Sandia Mountains. Take in stunning aerial views and dip low enough to skim the Rio Grande, then rise back up above the desert landscape. Touch town after a 1-hour flight, and begin the day with sparkling wine and a light continental breakfast before returning to your launch site.

Albuquerque is famed for its hot air balloon festival, so there's no better place to take to the skies. Rather than crowding into a basket with strangers, enjoy a personalized experience with this private hot air balloon flight. You'll enjoy sunrise views as you float through the air and celebrate your experience with an included toast upon landing,

Take a haunted tour of Old Town Albuquerque and learn about the many ghosts who have made the square home. Legends, folklore, ghost stories, and history come to life as you depart on an intriguing excursion through 313 years of haunted history. Historic buildings and dark alleys conceal long-forgotten secrets of battles, murders, hangings, hidden cemeteries, and more.

See parts of Albuquerque that tour buses cannot reach, and cover more ground than is possible on foot. This bicycle tour introduces you to the nature and culture of Albuquerque. You'll explore some of the city’s best scenery, living cultures and unique eco-systems, and have a chance to dip your toes into the city's celebrated lifeline, the Rio Grande.

If you’re looking to explore the food of New Mexico while in Albuquerque, this Albuquerque Old Town Food Tour is a great pick. Book now and reserve your spot on this fun tour that passes San Felipe de Neri Church and Capilla de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe on the way to eateries. Enjoy food and alcoholic beverages as your guide tells you about the history, culture, and food of the area.

Rather than wandering around alone, explore Albuquerque's Old Town in the company of someone who knows it best and can provide context. This small-group walking tour introduces you to the legends, lore and colorful characters of this historically rich neighborhood while taking you to all the most important landmarks.

ABQ Trolley Co. operates the only open-air Trolley in Albuquerque! Our Best of ABQ City Tour is a fully-narrated journey through Albuquerque's past and present. Hop on-board to explore the sights, sounds, and stories that have made our city what it is today! There is a minimum attendance requirement of 6 guests per tour. Tours that do not meet our minimum attendance requirements (of 6 guests) are subject to cancellation or rescheduling.

Watch sunset ignite the Rio Grande Valley on a hot air balloon ride from Albuquerque, and see the evening light transform the Sandia Mountains and desert landscape. Enjoy commentary from your pilot throughout the flight, and spot the region’s landmarks as you soar above the rugged terrain; dip low to skim the Rio Grande and capture unforgettable, aerial images of New Mexico’s largest city. Touch back down after a 1-hour flight, then linger over an elegant picnic of sparkling wine and snacks before returning to your launch site.

Combine dinner with entertainment and enjoy an evening in Albuquerque unlike any other by attending America's largest interactive murder mystery comedy dinner show. While dining on a delicious four-course meal you'll play the part of a sleuth by attempting to solve a crime and rein in the prime suspects who are hiding in plain sight.

Not your Grandma's B&B, the story of the Painted Lady is one that is shrouded in mystery. Originally constructed in 1881, the property has quite the colorful past. Many a knife fight and shootout are just some of the echoes of its sordid past. New Mexico’s most famous sons, Billy the Kid and Pat Garrett, are purported to have once been patrons of this former saloon and brothel. Tales of buried money, hidden rooms, and restless spirits are all waiting for you. Tour guests will gain an insight into the mythos of this historic, fascinating, and haunted place (featured on Travel Channel's "Ghost Adventures," "Hotel Paranormal," and A&E's "Psychic Kids"). Your tour guide will provide a walking tour of the grounds and rooms (based on availability). Tour guests will also enjoy a multimedia experience featuring historic photos, firsthand accounts of paranormal activity, and a complimentary beer in the Painted Lady's vintage Trolley Car Tap Room, the Ghost Light Saloon.

Learn all about turquoise during your time in the American Southwest with a visit to The Turquoise Museum in Albuquerque. Located in a modern 'castle' that is as interesting as the exhibits, the Turquoise Museum features a vast collection of turquoise jewelry and other pieces such as antique furniture. Take a self-guided tour with your admission ticket, or upgrade to include a Turquoise 101 class or a guided tour.

Experience Albuquerque's oldest and most famous Ghost Walk, featured on the Travel Channel, Weird Travels, Breaking Bad, In Plain Sight, and The Dead Files. This fun and informative stroll takes you through Old Town's historic streets to hear the eyewitness accounts of hauntings and spirits. Our masterful storytellers give a family-friendly mix of chills and chuckles for an entertaining, thrilling, and memorable time in Albuquerque's historic center.

Follow your guide off the tourist trail, and visit several of Albuquerque’s top-rated craft breweries, on this small-group tour. Meet in the evening in central Albuquerque, and get ready to explore: at each brewery you visit, you’ll enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour, and will learn all about the brewing process. You’ll also taste a generous range of beer styles as you go, with snacks and water to accompany you.

Step into a thrilling scavenger hunt that sweeps you across the dynamic landscapes of Albuquerque, New Mexico. This city, where the Rio Grande's whispering waters meet the rugged Sandia Mountains, is a fusion of ancient traditions and modern vibrancy. Traverse the historic Old Town, where centuries-old adobe buildings stand in silent testament to times gone by. Feel the pulse of the city as you stroll past eclectic boutiques and buzzing cafes. Uncover stories of Native American legacies, Spanish explorers, and the iconic Route 66. Albuquerque is more than a city—it's an experience.

Join the only tour of Albuquerque's Old Town that highlights its intriguing history and unique art galleries. The area has plenty of both! Your local guide has extensive knowledge of the arts to provide an in-depth feel for the Albuquerque scene. You’ll also get a good dose of the area’s history and heritage. Meet local artists, visit the Albuquerque Museum, and enjoy a glass of local wine in the company of like-minded people.

Booking a tour with us will add just the right amount of spooky to your evening. Whether you are from out of town or the city is your hometown, you'll learn about stories that many keep to themselves. We offer 60-minute walking tours, Haunted Pub Crawls, and even ultimate tours that take you to more locations with even darker pasts.

See Albuquerque’s historic spots and discover it’s history and legends, at your own pace, anytime, on this smart phone guided (GPS/APP) walking tour. On the tour you will see the old patio market, the San Felipe de Neri Church, a hidden chapel, the old trading post, the candy shop that dishes out Heisenberg blue the prop used on Breaking Bad, the Old Town Square, the outdoor conquistador’s statures, the hidden courtyard, and so much more. And I’ll share with you the history of Albuquerque, the native peoples, the legends and lore of rattle snakes and turquoise, the conquistadores, the settlers who founded the city, history of trade, and so much more. Go at your own pace and schedule. Feel free to pause the tour anytime to explore. The tour never expires.

It isn't uncommon for people to fly just one time in a hot air balloon. Why not make it an exclusive experience for a memorable, peaceful and intimate flight? This makes a perfect gift for all sorts of celebrations and milestones such as anniversaries, birthdays and engagements. Expect a beautiful float along the Rio Grande river with views of wildlife and the Bosque (cottonwood forest) as well as a majestic sunrise over the Sandia Mountains.

If Your Flying Into or Out Of The City, Allow The Chiefton Group To Meet You There or Get You There… Get Curbside Pick Up / Drop Off Service. Enjoy The Scenic Ride From and/or The Scenic Ride Back to The Airport.

Albuquerque is a charming city where stunning natural spots, a wealth of historic landmarks, and unique traditions combine into one. With your loved one embark on a 2-hour walking tour that aims to bring the gems of Albuquerque closer to you. Start the journey from one of the most historic plazas in the USA, where centuries and centuries of history unfold before your eyes as if on a movie screen. Hear intriguing facts about the city's history and development over the centuries as you explore Old Town Albuquerque's landmarks. Relax in one of the most beautiful parks in New Mexico and let your mind wander as you witness striking exhibitions at Planetarium and Astronomy Center.

Explore the ancient landscape that Georgia O'Keeffe immortalized in her paintings. In addition to visiting Ghost Ranch, painting sites and the O'Keeffe Museum (requires separate ticket), we'll drive through the vast Piedra Lumbre Basin, known for rich paleontological beds and dramatic sandstone cliffs. Here in this land of rivers, cliffs and buttes, O'Keeffe focused on her art. In exploring this beating heart of Northern New Mexico, we can further understand her art, spirt and lasting love for this distinctive landscape.

Customize your private full-day tour of Santa Fe for a personalized experience of this popular destination. Stroll around historic Santa Fe Plaza, browse shops and art galleries, learn about New Mexico’s history and the Native American Southwest, and visit attractions such as Georgia O’Keefe Museum or Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi. Your private guide shares the best of Santa Fe, including tasty foods and a scenic walk.