Getting to know a new city can be overwhelming at first, but Albuquerque is a place that welcomes newcomers with open arms. It's also a city that offers a wide variety of free and affordable attractions, which are great ways to get acquainted if you're here checking out Albuquerque homes for sale. 

From parks and museums to events and festivals, experiencing the best of what Albuquerque has to offer won't cost you a dime. Let our real estate agents be your guides to the best free attractions in Albuquerque!

• Petroglyph National Monument - Western Trail NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120
  Located just a few minutes west of Albuquerque, Petroglyph National Monument preserves a landscape of great cultural and historical significance, not to mention wild natural beauty. Here you can view hundreds of designs and symbols that were carved by Native Americans and Spanish settlers into the volcanic rocks 400 to 700 years ago. Several hiking trails are available, and the 2.2-mile Rinconada Loop alone provides access to an amazing 300 petroglyphs. There is no entrance fee to visit Petroglyph National Monument, but there is a small parking fee of $1 on weekdays and $2 on weekends. 
  
  
• University of New Mexico Museums - Albuquerque, NM 87131
  Anyone with an interest in art, history, culture, or science will find something interesting at the University of New Mexico Museums. This public college in Albuquerque includes four on-campus museums that are open free of charge for anyone who cares to visit. The University Art Museum is a perennial favorite, housing a collection of paintings, photographs, and sculptures primarily by American artists. The Geology Museum and Meteorite Museum are also fascinating, displaying hundreds of meteorites that were found all around the world.
  
  
• Yoga in the Park - 2100 Louisiana Blvd NE #51, Albuquerque, NM 87110
  Taking place every Saturday at 8 am from June through August, Yoga in the Park is a great opportunity to get some exercise and enjoy the fresh morning air in Albuquerque. Yoga in the Park is free of charge for anyone who wants to participate, and it takes place at the park in the heart of Winrock Town Center, a spacious open-air shopping center. Winrock Town Center Park also hosts a weekly farmers' and art market, which starts at 9 am immediately after Yoga in the Park. 
  
  
• Downtown Albuquerque Mural Mosey - Central Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
  Albuquerque has always been an art city, and in recent years it has become home to an incredible collection of urban art and murals. With more than 150 works of public art throughout the city, there's a lot to explore, and touring our murals is also a great way to get a feel for Albuquerque as a whole. Follow the route laid out on the Mural Mosey Map starting at Humble Coffee Downtown, or make your own self-guided tour. 
  
  
• Paseo del Bosque Trail - 48VG+P4 Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, New Mexico
  The premier multi-use trail in Albuquerque, the Paseo del Bosque Trail extends 16 miles north to south alongside the banks of the Rio Grande. This mostly flat, level, paved trail is open to bikes and foot travel, making it equally popular for cycling, jogging, hiking, and dog walking. Exploring the trail is a great way to experience different parts of the city, and it connects to numerous other pathways while passing through riverside parkland. The Paseo Bosque Trail is uninterrupted by roads throughout its entire length.

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