This was another place in New Mexico I didn't know about. My hotel had a transportation service to nearby attractions and Old town was one of them. I had a coupon for an appetizer inside of Old Town. I can't remember the name of the restaurant other than it was Mexican food and it was awesome. the price was fantastic...
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Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Historic Sites
Activities: Shopping, City walk sightseeing
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Experience the grace & charm of Old Town Albuquerque! The focal point of community life, founded in 1706, by Governor Francisco Cuervo y Valdez. Old...
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Experience the grace & charm of Old Town Albuquerque! The focal point of community life, founded in 1706, by Governor Francisco Cuervo y Valdez. Old Town follows the traditional Spanish pattern of a central plaza and church surrounded by homes and businesses. Many of the historic homes are still standing and some have been renovated into today’s shops, galleries and restaurants.Stroll the Plaza, dine at our many restaurants, stay at our hotels and B&B’s, visit our museums, take a guided tour or shop at over 150 stores and galleries for unique gifts from the Southwest and around the world.Romantic hidden patios, winding brick paths, gardens and balconies await your discovery. Wrought iron benches and adobe bancos beckon you to stop, relax in the shade,watch the world go by and bask in New Mexico’s wonderful sunshine.Shopping in Old Town is a truly delightful experience. Unique items from around the world, as well as those that are distinctly Southwestern, can be found in more than 150 shops, boutiques, galleries and artist studios.When in New Mexico, eat like New Mexicans! Enjoy the spice & flair of our traditional cuisine. Savor delightful dishes prepared with CHILE. It comes in red or green and is made from recipes that have evolved from the local Native American & Spanish cultures. Enjoy one of the dozen restaurants, cafes & coffee shops featuring everything from the All-American hamburger to fine Continental cuisine.For over three centuries Old Town has been the crossroads of the Southwest. It is a Historical Zone of the City of Albuquerque and home for many families whose ancestors founded the town. Old Town is located just off I-40 (take the Rio Grande Blvd. Exit South) to the entrance at Mountain Road.Old Town. In 1937, Route 66 was changed from its original route to a straightened east-west road along Central Avenue. Route 66 meets the Camino Real (now Rio Grande Blvd.) at Old TownOn the plaza you will find replicas of two cannons which were buried in Old Town by retreating Confederate troops during a Civil War skirmish in Albuquerque (April 8-9, 1862). The original cannons are in the Albuquerque Museum. ENTERTAINMENT - Experience a series of weekly entertainment & cultural presentations that will delight the whole family. The series content and line-ups change from week to week throughout the summer & early fall. Don’t miss the Salsa Fiesta in August or the Holiday Stroll & Luminaria Tours in December.LUMINARIAS (Farolitos) - Thousands of visitors and residents come to Old Town on Christmas Eve and during the Holiday Stroll (first Friday in December) to see the spectacular display of luminarias. Candles are set in a bed of sand inside the bottom of a paper bag. When lit, theycreate a golden glow. Thousands of luminarias line the Church, Plaza, streets and walkways of Old Town!
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Having visited many "old towns", and all the touristy glitz, I was really impressed with Old Town Albuquerque. Many of the oldest buildings which have been renovated, have been true to the original structure and style. . The artists and galleries are under stated and not touristy at all. If you spend some time, you can find wonderful values. A...
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You have to LOVE Old Town, it's so New Mexican and so what you would expect to see here. There are plenty of places to sit down and many treats to eat as you go. I LOVE the Basket Shop it's a constant and I can bring my dog inside so she can shop too. Although, so far, she hasn't...
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I have visited Old Town before but never explored it much until this latest visit. We found a great little museum called "The Rattlesnake Museum" and it was a nice surprise. it's very well done and quite intriguing as well as informative. We also had a great lunch at Crepes Michel which is a nice little restaurant tucked away on...
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Lots of shops, with a few sights to see and restaurants. Try to stop in the information center for an overview and to plan your day. Great for walking, provided that it's not too hot.
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Old Town is worth walking around for half an hour or so, but basically it is a lot of little souvenir shops. They sell a lot of junk, and I didn't really see any high quality New Mexican arts and crafts. Of course, I didn't enter every shop.The one site of historical interest is the San Felipe de Neri Church,...
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It's a very touristy place, but for a reason. There are lots of little shops and restaurants. The people are friendly, the buildings have kept the pueblo style. I go there once every few weeks just to soak up the atmosphere. There are much better places to eat in town, most of the food here is average. But it is...
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I was in Albuquerque for a business trip and stayed at a hotel in Old Town. The area is convenient and easy to navigate with out a car.
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Chattanooga, Tennessee
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Nice and clean. Very quaint. Lots of neat shops. Beautiful church in the plaza.
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avoid this area, unless you like to window shop. an obvious tourist trap. you wont find locals here.
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