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Located between Mountain Road and the Old Route 66 (now Central Avenue), Albuquerque Old Town is a historic district in Albuquerque that is home to a variety of beautiful old architecture, shops, cafés, restaurants, hotels, and churches. Spanning ten blocks, which are grouped around a central Plaza, Old Town is home to some beautiful examples of adobe architecture. Many of these buildings have been converted into small galleries, shops, and restaurants, offering public services while retaining the cultural identity of the area. If you are wondering what to do in Albuquerque NM today, this is a great area to explore.

The exquisite old San Felipe de Neri church, built in 1793, lies on the north side of the Plaza, while the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, the Albuquerque Museum, and the iExplora! Science Center and Children’s Museum are located to the east of the Old Town. Guided walking tours of Old Town are available on request. A wonderful time to visit the area is around Christmas when thousands of ‘luminarias’ light the sidewalks and streets. If you are looking for romantic things to do in Albuquerque today, the Old Town offers plenty to see and do.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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