Meoweler
United States

Albuquerque / Balloons, Breaking Bad, and Bold Burritos

MeowScore 😸90/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😻
🚗 Traffic density 😸
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😻
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸
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Reasonable prices

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From a visiting cat's perspective, Albuquerque's economical and shopping situation is moderately priced. While there are a few higher-end stores and eateries, there are also many affordable options for those who like to keep their paws on their wallets.

Check out local markets and food trucks for delicious and budget-friendly options. Don't forget to haggle at street markets!

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

exploring local culture and cuisine

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

exploring local culture and cuisine

Albuquerque is a popular stop for road trips and weekend getaways.

Tipping

15-20%

Standard tipping culture in Albuquerque

Tipping

15-20%

Standard tipping culture in Albuquerque

Credit card and cash accepted. Splitting the bill is allowed. Servers are paid minimum wage.

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Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Decent infrastructure and some greenery

LGBTQ tolerated

Progressive city

With endless scratching posts (aka the Sandia Mountains) and open litter boxes (desert landscape), any cat will feel whiskers deep in excitement.

Complete your catventurous escapade by lazing under the intense sun and work on that gorgeous fur tan before prowling Albuquerque's vibrant food scene.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Petroglyph National Monument
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Albuquerque BioPark
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Sandia Peak Tramway
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Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
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Old Town

The mainstream

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Petroglyph National Monument

Unleash your inner wildcat and marvel at the ancient paw prints etched into the rocks. This park proves history never gets old.

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Albuquerque BioPark

A jungle of wild fun awaits: from the fantastic felines at the zoo to the underwater charm of the aquarium, this is a cat-tastic place to be.

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Sandia Peak Tramway

Get whisked away to the top of the Sandia Mountains. The panoramic sights from the pawsome tram ride are mewsic to a cat's ears.

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Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

Watch the sky flood with colorful paws. The world's largest hot air balloon festival is a catmospheric experience worth the purrs.

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Old Town

Cat-stroll around the historic center, claw through local stores and savor Southwest food. This landmark is a must-visit for any curious cat.

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Off the beaten path

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Petroglyph National Monument
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Apothecary Lounge
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Talin Market World Food Fare
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Albuquerque BioPark Botanic Garden
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The Beach Waterpark

Off the beaten path

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Petroglyph National Monument

A unique hiking trail with thousands of ancient petroglyphs scattered along the way. Perfect for cats who want to unleash their inner wildcat!

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Apothecary Lounge

Located on the rooftop of the Hotel Parq Central, this bar offers craft cocktails, stunning paws-spective of Albuquerque and the cat-tastic night sky. A purr-fect spot to catch the sunset!

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Talin Market World Food Fare

Meow-velous international food market that sells spices, produce, and snacks from all around the world. Definitely the place to be for adventurous cats!

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🌺
Albuquerque BioPark Botanic Garden

A beautiful garden with over 36 acres of plants and fountains to explore. Many squirrels to watch for curious cats!

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The Beach Waterpark

A hidden waterpark with slides, lazy river and beach volleyball courts. Perfect for cats who want to beat the heat!

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Decent infrastructure and some greenery

LGBTQ tolerated

Progressive city

Mindful meoweler tips

Discover the History of Albuquerque

Visit the Museum of Natural History and Science or take the ABQ Trolley Co. downtown tour to explore the culture, art and people of the city.

Chow Down on Local Cuisine

Sample classic New Mexican dishes like enchiladas, sopapillas and green chile at iconic restaurants like El Pinto and Sadie's or visit the farmers market for fresh produce.

Experience the Balloon Fiesta

Join hundreds of thousands of people from around the world for the annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in October, the largest hot air balloon festival in the world.

Useful external sites

www.visitalbuquerque.org

Visit Albuquerque↗

Official tourist guide for Albuquerque

www.cabq.gov/culturalservices/biopark

ABQ BioPark↗

Official website for Albuquerque's BioPark

balloonfiesta.com

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta↗

Official website for the annual balloon festival in Albuquerque

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