Jason & Julia

June 29, 2024 • Albuquerque, NM

Jason & Julia

June 29, 2024 • Albuquerque, NM

Things to Do

Sandia Peak Tramway

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30 Tramway Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87122, USA
(505) 856-1532

The tram ride will take you directly to the top of the Sandia Mountain, with fantastic views of Albuquerque and surrounding areas. Tram tickets must be purchased online. Be sure to bring a jacket, as it is much cooler on top of the mountain!


Things to do at the top of Sandia Peak Tramway

-Kiwanis Cabin (2 miles round trip)

-Ten3 Restaurant (https://ten3tram.com/)

- Peak Nature Trail (0.3 miles round trip)

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El Pinto Restaurant

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10500 4th St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114, USA
(505) 898-1771

New Mexican food with great outdoor patio seating!

Casa Rondeña Winery

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733 Chavez Rd, Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, NM 87107, USA
(505) 344-5911

Winery that offers in house wine flights and outdoor seating.

Food and Drink

Golden Pride

-Drive-thru breakfast burrito's (multiple locations)

Dion's

-Local casual pizza/sub shop (multiple locations)

-Gotta try the green chile ranch!

Frontier Restaurant

-An Albuquerque favorite, offering breakfast and fast food options. Located across from the University of New Mexico. Open 5 am to 12 am.

Saw Mill Market

-Food Hall near Hotel Albuquerque

Sadie's

-Local casual New Mexican dining (multiple locations)

Cutbow Coffee

-Coffee shop near Hotel Albuquerque

Little Bear Coffee

-Local coffee shop

Flying Star

-Local coffee shop and bakery (multiple locations)

Farm and Table

-Upscale farm to table dining


Elena Gallegos Open Space

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7100 Tramway Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87122, USA
(505) 768-5353

Open space located in the Sandia mountain foothills, great for hikes/walks of various lengths.

La Luz Trailhead

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Forest Service 333 Rd, Albuquerque, NM 87122, USA
(505) 281-3304

This hike (7.5 miles one way) takes you from the base of the Sandia foothills to the top of mountain, with beautiful views throughout the hike. Plan for at least 4 hours of hiking, and be sure to bring plenty of water and snacks!

The La Luz trail finishes close to the top of the Sandia Peak Tram. Oftentimes, people will hike up the La Luz trail, and purchase a one-way ticket down the tram back into Albuquerque. Note, that if you do decide to do this, the base of the tram is not at the same place as the La Luz trailhead.

Piedra Lisa-South Trailhead

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State Rte 333 D, Sandia Pueblo, NM 87004, USA
(505) 346-3900

Hiking trail on the far Northeast side of Sandia foothills. Hike is mainly uphill, offers great views throughout!


Los Poblanos Historic Inn & Organic Farm

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4803 Rio Grande Blvd NW, Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, NM 87107, USA
(505) 985-5000

Lavender farm with restaurant, coffee and farm shop.

Sandia Golf Club

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30 Rainbow Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113, USA
(505) 798-3990

Golf on the Northeast side of Albuquerque.

The Grove Cafe & Market

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600 Central Ave SE STE A, Albuquerque, NM 87102, USA
(505) 248-9800

Artisan cafe, great brunch spot!

Rio Grande Nature Center State Park

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2901 Candelaria Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107, USA
(505) 344-7240

Tia B's La Waffleria

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3710 Campus Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106, USA
(505) 492-2007

Great brunch spot, with a shaded outdoor patio.

Bosque Brewing Heights Public House

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5210 Eubank Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111, USA
(505) 508-4185

Great spot for a local beer!

Multiple locations around Albuquerque/Bernalillo

National Museum of Nuclear Science & History

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601 Eubank Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87123, USA
(505) 245-2137

Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum

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9201 Balloon Museum Dr NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113, USA
(505) 768-6020