Sandia Park Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Ride the tram up to Sandia Park in Albuquerque, New Mexico to see some spectacular views. A major bonus if you do this around hot air balloon festival week and you will see balloons hovering over the city. However the line/queue to ride the tram from the base can be quite long.
Ride the tram up to Sandia Park in Albuquerque, New Mexico to see some spectacular views. A major bonus if you do this around hot air balloon festival week and you will see balloons hovering over the city. However the line/queue to ride the tram from the base can be quite long.
Sandia Park in Albuquerque, New Mexico
The view from Sandia Crest on a winter's morning is well worth the scenic drive from Albuquerque.
The view to the east from Sandia Crest.

Where to stay in Sandia Park

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Sandia Knolls

Though Sandia Knolls may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Paa-Ko Ridge Golf Club and Sandia Mountain Natural History Center.

Sandia Knolls
Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites

Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites

3.5 out of 5
2400 Yale Blvd Se Albuquerque NM
The price is 2.126.072 ₫ per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
2.126.072 ₫
2.458.312 ₫ total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,932 reviews)
The rooms were nice and staff very helpful!

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
Sonesta ES Suites Albuquerque

Sonesta ES Suites Albuquerque

3 out of 5
3300 Prospect Ave Ne Albuquerque NM
The price is 2.551.339 ₫ per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
2.551.339 ₫
2.950.026 ₫ total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,073 reviews)
The check-in process was great. Friendly staff. Great room. Clean room

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Sonesta ES Suites Albuquerque
The Querque Hotel

The Querque Hotel

3 out of 5
1760 Menaul Rd NE Albuquerque NM
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,023 reviews)
Great front desk personnel suffering the technology not cooperating. Hard working staff. Breakfast staff nice, courteous, friendly. There was a faucet issue at the bathroom sink Where was the hot water at the sink? The Bistro next door was a HUGE disappointment. Though recommended by staff at our ...

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

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3 Mi to Old Town, Fenced Yard: ABQ Abode!

3 Mi to Old Town, Fenced Yard: ABQ Abode!

3 out of 5
Albuquerque NM
Stay at this cottage in Albuquerque. Enjoy free parking, patios and air conditioning. Popular attractions Tingley Aquatic Park and ABQ BioPark Zoo are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Clean, property manager was very responsive to questions and quick to address our issues.

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

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Popular places to visit

An easy hike but not crowded due to having to take the tram to get there. It snowed in May so be prepared for the cold.

Sandia Peak Ski Area

Hit the slopes in Sandia Park with a visit to Sandia Peak Ski Area. Discover the top-notch restaurants and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

Sandia Peak Ski Area

Sandia Crest

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Sandia Crest, a lovely green space in Sandia Park. Discover the top-notch restaurants and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

Sandia Crest

Paa-Ko Ridge Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Paa-Ko Village at Paa-Ko Ridge Golf Club. Wander the gardens or discover the area's mountain views.

Paa-Ko Ridge Golf Club

San Pedro Mountains

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at San Pedro Mountains during your travels in Sandia Park. Take in the art scene and mountain views in the area.

San Pedro Mountains

Tinkertown Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Tinkertown Museum in Sandia Park. Take in the lively festivals while you're in the area.

Tinkertown Museum

Gallery of the Sandias

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Gallery of the Sandias in Sandia Park. While in this trendy area, you can enjoy the cafes.

Gallery of the Sandias

Cities near Sandia Park

Albuquerque which includes street scenes

Albuquerque

Summer hiking Tijeras NM

Tijeras

Snowy Mountains at Sunset

Placitas

Ride the tram up to Sandia Park in Albuquerque, New Mexico to see some spectacular views. A major bonus if you do this around hot air balloon festival week and you will see balloons hovering over the city. However the line/queue to ride the tram from the base can be quite long.

Cedar Crest

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