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Old Town Albuquerque

303 Romero St NW · Albuquerque, NM

Why you should go…

Albuquerque grew up around this plaza after its founding in 1706, and the surrounding streets still hold the twin-towered San Felipe de Neri Church alongside galleries, curio shops, and Native American vendors under the portal. It's the most walkable pocket of historic Albuquerque.

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Good to know

General shopping guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Vendor hours are their own thing

    Market stalls and independent sellers keep shorter hours than the building around them, and quiet days end early.

  • Bring a tote and a little cash

    Smaller sellers do not all take cards, and bags are rarely free.

  • Weekdays browse, weekends buzz

    Pick the weekday for a proper look at the shelves and the weekend for the atmosphere.

  • Ask about shipping

    If something will not survive the suitcase, plenty of sellers will send it home for you.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Old Town Albuquerque, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Shopping
    Local Gem

    Warpath Traders

    Free

    A family-owned Old Town Albuquerque trading post selling Native American jewelry, pottery and crafts since 1974.

    Steps awayMore like this

  • Tours
    Quirky Fun

    Breaking Bad RV Tours

    $50+

    RV tour of Albuquerque filming locations from Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, and El Camino.

    Steps awaySwitch it up: Tours

  • Museums
    History Buff

    Indian Pueblo Cultural Center

    Under $25

    Museum created by New Mexico's 19 Pueblos showcasing Pueblo art, history, and living traditions.

    1.0 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums

  • Attractions
    Family Favorite

    ABQ BioPark

    Under $25

    A zoo, aquarium, and botanic garden along the Rio Grande, all under one combination ticket.

    1.0 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Shopping
    Iconic

    Santa Fe Indian Market

    Free

    The world's largest juried Native American art market, held annually on the Santa Fe Plaza.

    50 mi awayMore like this

  • Shopping
    Quirky Fun

    Casa Alpaca and Fiberworks

    Free

    A working alpaca ranch and fiber shop near Santa Fe offering family farm visits and handwoven wool goods.

    51 mi awayMore like this