The dramatic landscape of Albuquerque NM, New Mexico is what pulls travellers in, but it’s the irresistibly romantic pink hued sunsets and relaxed desert lifestyle that makes them stay. Fit for avid explorers with hiking trails and mountains, but also suited for the laid-back city lover with its high-rise buildings and intriguing museums, Albuquerque NM has a little of everything within its borders.
Immerse yourself into Albuquerque aka ABQ and its intriguing cultural history at some of the city’s best kept museums. Drive down in your Albuquerque ABQ car rental to the Indian Pueblo Cultural Centre. Learn more about the city’s strong Indian influence from the museum’s fascinating displays of artifacts and art pieces. If you’re lucky, you might even catch a traditional performance at the Centre’s plaza. Afterwards, head over to the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science. Easily recognisable for its dinosaur statues outside its doors, kids will love the life-size replicas of these fantastic beasts inside the museum. Learn more about the lay of the land and how it affected the growth of the city here.
You can see Albuquerque NM’s natural beauty just by driving around in your car rental, but sometimes it might be good to get a bird’s eye view of the place as well. Also known as America’s ballooning capital, Albuquerque NM is the best place to take to the skies in a hot air balloon. Stop by for the International Balloon Festival, where you can see tons of colourful hot air balloons fill the sky all at once. But if you’re not ready to join in the festivities, don’t worry. The city’s mild weather and constant sunshine means that you can take a hot air balloon ride any day of the week. Climb aboard a balloon at Rainbow Ryders, a company that has become a household name for locals. If you’re up for a hiking adventure, take to the trails of the Sandia and Manzano Mountains. The view of the city from the mountains’ pinnacle is a magical sight to behold.
Jump into your ABQ car rental and head out to tackle Albuquerque’s shopping scene for some well-deserved retail therapy. Head down to Old Town, a historic street that features a multitude of museums and upscale galleries, as well as hip cafes and a plethora of boutiques and retailers to choose from. Get blinded by the neon glow of Nob Hill, a popular shopping district that retains the iconic 1960s style of the famous Route 66 it sits on.
Coming in via the Albuquerque ABQ Airport? You can pick up your car rental right from Albuquerque ABQ Airport’s doorstep. Just head over to the car rental counters at Albuquerque Airport’s arrival halls to pick up your vehicle. Remember to book your car hire 24 hours prior departure to avoid queues at the ABQ Airport.
