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At NewMexicoFun, our mission is to help people live healthier and more active lives.
We believe that everyone has the ability to improve their physical and mental well-being through exercise and healthy lifestyle choices. Our goal is to create the most extensive, curated list of things to do in New Mexico — from outdoor adventures to wellness activities — making it easier for individuals and families to explore all the state has to offer. The pictures and websites listed on this site are provided for informational purposes only, to inspire and guide our visitors in discovering fun, healthy ways to stay active in New Mexico.
Arts & Museums
National Museum of Nuclear Science
National Museum of Nuclear Science
National Museum of Nuclear Science
Located at 601 Eubank Blvd SE in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History is the nation’s only congressionally chartered museum dedicated to preserving and presenting the story of the Atomic Age. Established in 1969 and designated a Smithsonian Affiliate, the museum offers a dynamic exploration of nuclear
Located at 601 Eubank Blvd SE in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History is the nation’s only congressionally chartered museum dedicated to preserving and presenting the story of the Atomic Age. Established in 1969 and designated a Smithsonian Affiliate, the museum offers a dynamic exploration of nuclear science—from its early development and pivotal moments in history to its modern-day applications in medicine, energy, and technology.
Museum of Space History Alamogordo
National Museum of Nuclear Science
National Museum of Nuclear Science
The New Mexico Museum of Space History in Alamogordo is a Smithsonian-affiliated museum dedicated to space exploration, featuring artifacts like a moon rock and a Little Joe II rocket. It houses the International Space Hall of Fame, a planetarium, a large-format film theater, and exhibits on rockets, space flight, and the early use of pri
The New Mexico Museum of Space History in Alamogordo is a Smithsonian-affiliated museum dedicated to space exploration, featuring artifacts like a moon rock and a Little Joe II rocket. It houses the International Space Hall of Fame, a planetarium, a large-format film theater, and exhibits on rockets, space flight, and the early use of primates in space research. The museum offers hands-on exhibits and is suitable for all ages.
The Turquoise Museum
National Museum of Nuclear Science
The Turquoise Museum
Founded in 1993 the Turquoise Museum is home to the LARGEST collection of NATURAL turquoise in the WORLD! Curated to fascinate each visitor about The World's Most Colorful Gem. Learn about the science and grading of turquoise, the mining and history of the gem, and the imitations and how to shop. The Turquoise Museum is a family business,
Founded in 1993 the Turquoise Museum is home to the LARGEST collection of NATURAL turquoise in the WORLD! Curated to fascinate each visitor about The World's Most Colorful Gem. Learn about the science and grading of turquoise, the mining and history of the gem, and the imitations and how to shop. The Turquoise Museum is a family business, now in it's fifth generation. Come by and see our family history and the international turquoise story on display."
Parks & Gardens
Albuquerque Bio Zoo
ABQ BioPark Zoo, located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is a facility of the Albuquerque Biological Park. Founded in 1927, the 64-acre zoo was originally known as the Rio Grande Zoo. Sections of the zoo include an Africa exhibit area, an Australia exhibit area, the "Cat Walk" and a herpetology area.
Land Marks
Loretto Cathedral Santa Fe
Loretto Cathedral Santa Fe
Loretto Cathedral Santa Fe
Come visit one of the most special places in all of New Mexico! At the Loretto Chapel, we take pride in our unique history and the joy we have brought into the lives of many a bride and groom. There's something special about our little chapel, and we are passionate about truly touching the lives of those who visit.
Scottish Rite Temple
Loretto Cathedral Santa Fe
Loretto Cathedral Santa Fe
the historic Scottish Rite Temple, a Santa Fe landmark defined by stunning Moorish architecture and exceptional charm. From the intricate indoor details to the inviting outdoor spaces, the Temple offers a singular setting for weddings, concerts, and fundraisers. Host your next event here and discover why this is one of the city’s most unforgettable venues.
Places to Visit
McGinn's PistachioLand
McGinn's PistachioLand
McGinn's PistachioLand
McGinn's PistachioLand is the home to 90 acres of pistachio trees and 14 acres of grapes. We grow, harvest, process and create many delicious products from our pistachios and wine grapes. The World's Largest Pistachio has drawn attention to our little family farm and we have received many famous visitors
The Musical Highway
McGinn's PistachioLand
McGinn's PistachioLand
In October 2014, the village of Tijeras, New Mexico, installed a musical road on a two-lane stretch of U.S. Route 66 which plays "America the Beautiful", when a vehicle drives over it at 45 mph. This highway is labelled NM 333, between Miles 4 and 5, eastbound.
Recreation and Outdoors
Carlsbad Caves
The ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
The ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
Carlsbad Caverns National Park, located in southeastern New Mexico, protects a spectacular underground world of vast limestone caverns formed from dissolved calcium carbonate, featuring large rooms like the enormous Big Room chamber and intricate formations such as stalactites and stalagmites. Visitors can explore the caves via a challen
Carlsbad Caverns National Park, located in southeastern New Mexico, protects a spectacular underground world of vast limestone caverns formed from dissolved calcium carbonate, featuring large rooms like the enormous Big Room chamber and intricate formations such as stalactites and stalagmites. Visitors can explore the caves via a challenging natural entrance hike or an accessible elevator, and witness thousands of Brazilian free-tailed bats emerge at sunset from early spring through October
The ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
The ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
The ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
The ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is the world's largest hot air balloon festival. The 9-day event occurs annually in early October at Balloon Fiesta Park in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It features hundreds of colorful balloons, drone shows, evening balloon glows, and the iconic Mass Ascension
Hot Springs & Swimming
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Lakes & Fishing
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National & State Parks
Petroglyph National Monument
Petroglyph National Monument
Petroglyph National Monument
Petroglyph National Monument stretches 17 miles along Albuquerque, New Mexico's West Mesa, a volcanic basalt escarpment that dominates the city's western horizon. Authorized June 27, 1990, the 7,236 acres monument is cooperatively managed by the National Park Service and the City of Albuquerque
White Sands National Park
Petroglyph National Monument
Petroglyph National Monument
Rising from the heart of the Tularosa Basin is one of the world's great natural wonders - the glistening white sands of New Mexico. Great wave-like dunes of gypsum sand have engulfed 275 square miles of desert, creating the world's largest gypsum dunefield. White Sands National Park preserves a major portion of this unique dunefield, along with the plants and animals that live here.