PLAZA TO PLAZA WALKing Guide

Welcome to Historic Albuquerque

Stroll from the modern energy of Downtown’s Civic Plaza to the historic charm of Old Town Plaza and discover the magic along the way. Downtown and Old Town are iconic Albuquerque neighborhoods, both offering exciting attractions and unforgettable experiences. Each neighborhood also has its own unique plaza, and both are vibrant public spaces waiting to be explored.

Plaza to Plaza Downtown to Old Town Walking Guide (PDF)

A lowrider cruises through the intersection of Central Ave. and 4th Street in Downtown Albuquerque. A view of the intersection at 5th St and Central in Albuquerque. The KiMo Theater is on the corner. Mexican Baile Folklorico dancers at the San Felipe de Neri Parish Festival in Old Town The exterior of the San Felipe de Neri church in Old Town Albuquerque A family walks by the Explora sign in front of the museum A volunteer points out something on a map to two visitors at the Visit Albuquerque Old Town Visitor Information Center.

Downtown

Civic Plaza

Civic Plaza is a bustling gathering space in the center of Downtown. Events and festivals take place here year-round.

Route 66 Crossroads

At the corner of Central Avenue and 4th Street, discover the only place in the country where Route 66 crosses itself.

Museums

Check out some of the unique museums Downtown, including the Telephone Museum, 516 Arts, the New Mexico Holocaust & Intolerance Museum, and the Turquoise Museum.

KiMo Theatre

Built in 1927, this Pueblo Deco theater hosts concerts, theater performances, movies and more.

Downtown Growers’ Market

On Saturdays from April to November, shop local produce, unique art and freshly cooked food at Robinson Park.

Old Town

Old Town Plaza

Historic Old Town Plaza is the heart of Old Town Albuquerque, and it’s a great starting point to explore nearby shops and restaurants.

San Felipe de Neri Church

Built in 1793 of adobe brick, San Felipe de Neri Church is one of the oldest buildings in the city and remains a functioning Catholic church today.

Cottonwood Madonna

Spot a carving of the Virgin of Guadalupe inside a cottonwood tree just off the plaza.

Tiguex Park

Explore this large outdoor park across the street from Old Town. Enjoy a walking trail, play area and basketball court.

Rattlesnake Museum

See the world’s largest collection of living rattlesnakes at this one-of-a-kind museum in Old Town.

Museum Row

Along Mountain Road near Old Town is a row of exciting museums, including Explora, the Albuquerque Museum, and the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science.

Visitor Information Center

Stop by for local tips and things to do!

TRANSPORTATION

Distance: 1.5 miles
Walk: 33 minutes
Bike: 9 minutes
Drive: 7 minutes
Bus via Albuquerque Rapid Transit (ART) on Central Ave./Route 66: 15 minutes

Find dining options along the way.

Discover guided walking tours.