Shaped by centuries of history, Albuquerque is a city that will suit anyone's taste and entertainment preferences. It is rich in museums, galleries, original shops and great opportunities for hiking, biking, golf, and so much more. This walking tour will guide you through some of the most popular tourist attractions in Albuquerque.
1) Explora Science Center and Children's Museum
Explora! Science Center and Children's Museum is a center of exploration and science that offers lots of hands-on interactive educational displays for guests of all ages. It provides over 200 hands-on scientific exhibits on light and optics, biological perception, and energy. The museum's main features are the technology used in the exhibits that is very accessible to the public and the displays that involve visitors in the creation of all kinds of art.
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2) New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science
The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science opened in 1986. Its purpose is to take visitors on a virtual journey through different geological eras, by exploring caves, walking through volcanoes, and discovering the Ice Age. Another important exhibit of the museum is the Startup, focused on the history of the microcomputer, on the software and hardware inventions that revolutionized the modern world.
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3) National Atomic Museum
This is the only congressionally certified museum in its domain. This museum is also a great place to learn about the history of the Atomic Age. National Atomic Museum will lead you on an imaginary trip from the gradual evolution of nuclear science through today’s peaceful uses of nuclear equipment.
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4) Albuquerque Museum
Albuquerque's heritage is the main theme of this museum, which features exhibits of the art, history and culture of the Southwest. At Albuquerque Museum you will find out everything about the city and its origins. Take a look here at Albuquerque's past.
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5) American International Rattlesnake Museum
American International Rattlesnake Museum was opened in 1990 by Bob Myers. It contains the largest collection of different species of rattlesnakes in the world. Every rattlesnake lives in the habitat characteristic for its species. Besides rattlesnake, you will find a large collection of artifacts and snake-related art.
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6) San Felipe de Neri Church
San Felipe de Neri Church was built in 1706 and then rebuilt in 1793. Since then it has been providing services. This is one of the most beautiful places in the city. Its architecture is lovely and the view that it offers to you is absolutely amazing.
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7) Old Town
Old Town is an active commercial, residential and community center, that was established in 1706. Buildings around the Old Town plaza are authentic adobes up to 300 years old. Many buildings are constructed in Albuquerque's distinctive "Territorial Style". The Old Town is also famous as a shopping center, with a huge number of boutiques, shops, restaurants and bars.
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