Albuquerque Old Town Art & History Tour
Experience the art and history of Old Town Albuquerque with a local art insider
AT A GLANCE
When
Public tour on Saturdays at 10 am
Private tours by request
Price
$60 plus tax, includes museum admission and parking
$85 plus tax, includes museum admission, parking, and a local wine flight
Duration & Walking Distance
2 Hours
0.5 miles
Ages
10 and up. Please contact us if you have younger children!
The Experience
With its historic charm and numerous artists studios and galleries, Old Town Albuquerque is a delight for those who love art and local history. On our Old Town walking tour, you’ll discover why this historic neighborhood is the heart of Albuquerque’s dynamic art scene.
Learn about the fascinating history of Old Town Albuquerque, visit the Albuquerque Museum, get tips for analyzing art, and meet local artists.
For an elevated experience, add on a wine tasting at a local winery’s Old Town tasting room. Sip New Mexico wines as you unwind and reflect on your tour—it's the perfect way to toast your Old Town adventure. Your guide will be on hand to answer questions and share insider tips on what else to see, eat, and explore in Albuquerque. The optional tasting room visit adds approximately 30 minutes the tour.
Visit Tucked-Away Artist Studios and Galleries
With so many shops and galleries in Old Town Albuquerque, it’s easy to miss some incredible art. We’ll take the guesswork out of the experience and ensure that you visit Old Town’s landmark art venues, like the Albuquerque Museum, as well as unexpected highlights that you may not find while wandering on your own.
Discover the History of Old Town Albuquerque
We’ll discuss the history of Old Town and how significant events shaped the area’s artistic heritage, as well as its evolution from dusty historic plaza to bustling arts district.
Be an Old Town Art Insider
Every tour with us feels like a behind-the-scenes experience. You’ll chat with local artists, wander tucked away corners of Old Town, and enjoy a glass of local wine served in a gorgeous gallery—a special experience just for our tour groups. You’ll feel welcomed and inspired to keep exploring on your own.
Decode the Language of Art
We don’t just tell you what you see—we teach you how to look. We’ll show you a technique for analyzing and interpreting art, so you’ll be able to decipher art in a matter of minutes and tap into the deeper experience that art can create.
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Our Old Town Albuquerque walking tour begins at the Albuquerque Museum, where you’ll learn some tips for analyzing and interpreting art while looking at artwork by local artists.
Then, venture into colorful and atmospheric Old Town where you’ll visit a tucked away chapel and several galleries and studios featuring Albuquerque artists. Along the way, you’ll learn about the history of the area.
If you opt to enhance your experience with the local wine flight add-on, you’ll toast to the experience at the Sheehan Winery Old Town Tasting Room.
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You’ll meet your guide in the lobby at the Albuquerque Museum. Further details will be emailed to you upon booking.
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Yes! The tour price includes free parking at the Albuquerque Museum. Details will be emailed to you upon booking.
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Public Tours
$60 plus tax per person
$85 plus tax per person if you opt for the tour with wine flight add-on
Private Tours
1 person | $210 plus tax
2 people | $105 plus tax per person
3+ people | $70 plus tax per personPrivate Tours with Wine Flight Add-On
1 person | $285 plus tax
2 people | $142.50 plus tax per person
3+ people | $95 plus tax per personYou can request a private tour by contacting us.
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Your tour includes admission to the Albuquerque Museum and free parking for three hours.
If you opt for the wine flight enhancement, then your tour will also include a flight of local wines at Sheehan Winery’s Old Town Tasting Room, along with extra time with your guide.
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Our public tours are limited to 10 participants, so book soon to snag your spot!
For private tours, we can accommodate up to 15 people. If you have a larger group, please contact us and we’ll discuss the possibilities!
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Yes! Please feel free to tip your guide if you had a great time. 10-20% is customary.
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We’ll be spending most of our time inside, but we will be outside, too, so dress for the weather.
This is a walking tour, so although there will be stops where you can stop and sit, we recommend wearing comfy shoes.
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Our total walking distance from our starting location to our ending point is less than 0.5 miles, and we make frequent stops along the way.
The route is mostly wheelchair accessible. If you have mobility concerns, please contact us about booking a private tour for your group so that we can plan a great experience for you.
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If someone in your group is visually impaired, please contact us to discuss booking a private tour.
Usually, we are able to incorporate some artwork that can be touched. Additionally, our guides are trained in museum education techniques that focus on detailed description of artworks. This means that they are comfortable describing all aspects of a work of art to visually impaired customers.
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