Friday, March 27, 2009

What to do in Albuquerque

For the out of town guests that have been so great to come to Albuquerque for the wedding, this might be your first time ever in New Mexico! So what is there to do in this city, anyway? Well hopefully this helps you get an idea of things to explore around town.

Old Town
Historic Old Town is the area of town that our wedding will be taking place. You'll find tons of yummy restaurants and several museums, shops, boutiques, and galleries all surrounding the central Spanish-influenced plaza.

Attractions
  • Albuquerque Aquarium/Rio Grande Botanic Garden
    903 Tenth St. S.W.
    Albuquerque, NM 87102
    Phone: (505) 768-2000
    Fax: (505) 764-6281
    www.cabq.gov/biopark

  • Rattlesnake Museum
    202 San Felipe St. N.W. Ste. A
    Albuquerque, NM 87104
    Phone: (505) 242-6569
    Fax: (505) 242-6569
    Days Open: Mon-Sun
    Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri: Noon-6, Sat: 10-6, Sun: 1-5
    www.rattlesnakes.com

  • New Mexico Museum of National History and Science
    1801 Mountain Rd. N.W .
    Albuquerque, NM 87104
    Phone: (505) 841-2804
    Toll Free: (866) NMD-INOS
    Fax: (505) 841-2866
    Days Open: Mon-Sun
    Hours of Operation: 9-5
    www.nmnaturalhistory.org

  • Turquoise Museum
    2107 Central Ave NW
    Albuquerque, NM 87104
    Phone: (505) 247-8650
    Fax: (505) 247-8765
    www.turquoisemuseum.com

Restaurants and Food
  • St. Clair Bistro
    A great place for the wine enthusiasts as St. Clair is the largest winery in New Mexico. Serving lunch and dinner, this place has indoor seating as well as patio room with live jazz and other entertainment on the weekends.
    901 Rio Grande Blvd NW
    Albuquerque, NM 87104
    Phone: (505) 243-9916
    www.stclairvineyards.com

  • Monica's El Portal
    If you want a taste of New Mexico, come here and try their homemade meals and chile! And my favorite part of the meal? The sopapillas of course! Soft fluffy clouds. Yum.
    321 Rio Grande NW
    Albuquerque, NM 87104
    Phone: (505) 247-9625

  • QBar
    Located in the hotel where we're getting married, QBar is a lovely, sophisticated, and stylish bar. With drinks, food, a relaxing ambiance, a billiard room, and live dance and jazz piano entertainment, it's a convenient place to hang out and chill. Open Monday-Sunday at 4:00pm
    800 Rio Grande Blvd. NW
    Albuquerque, NM 87104
    Phone: (505)222-8718
    www.QBarABQ.com

  • Seasons Rotisserie & Grill
    Seasons offers a fine dining option in Old Town with its upstairs patio and bar. Lunch M-F 11:30-2:30. Dinner at 5pm. Reservations recommended.
    2031 Mountain Rd NW
    Albuquerque, NM 87104
    Phone: (505) 766-5100
    www.seasonsonthenet.com

  • Church Street Café
    The Church Street Café was built in the historic Casa de Ruiz back in the 18th century. It offers New Mexican cuisine and good service. Sit on the patio and enjoy the surroundings.
    2111 Church St (Behind the Church)
    Phone: (505) 247-8522
    www.churchstreetcafe.com

  • La Crepe Michel
    Who knew you came all the way to New Mexico to get some great French food. Great wine, soups, quiches, and crepes. Lunch Tues-Sun 11:30-2:00. Dinner Tues-Sat 6-9pm. Closed Sun evening & Mon.
    400 San Felipe NW (Patio San Felipe Del Norte)
    Albuquerque, NM 87104
    Phone: (505) 242-1251
    www.lacrepemichel.com

  • Golden Crown Panaderia
    Apparently this bakery is amazing and has been featured on Food Network, Gourmet Magazine, and Southwest Airlines. Start your meal off with green chile bread, quench your thirst with drinks from their top-rated espresso bar, and top it all off with their bakery style pizza.
    1103 Mountain Rd NW
    Albuquerque, NM 87104
    Phone: (505) 243-2424
    www.goldencrown.biz

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