r/NewMexico 2d ago

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Hi all, I plan on traveling here for the first time for my birthday. I’m wanting to travel to one new place a year. I did a randomizer and landed on New Mexico! I’m from Indiana and I’ve never been to the west coast so this will all be brand new to me. I know pretty much nothing about what to do in Albuquerque so any tips or information you all could give me would be amazing! I love museums, aquariums, etc. I want to also try food and different spots we don’t have in Indiana. Thanks in advance!

Edit: Thanks everyone for all the info and the advice! I’ll save this for when I go in July and i’ll be sure to post some pictures!

Edit 2: Haha sorry i’m a bit of an idiot 😂 New Mexico definitely isn’t the west coast. Thanks for all your help again everyone!!

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u/actual_fack 2d ago

I'd wait until October and see the balloon fiesta. Then head out to see Acoma, El Malpais, swing north to the Taos Gorge.

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u/LucyCat987 2d ago

Just make your reservations early enough. I went to the Balloon Fiesta last year & it was even better than I hoped.