Visitors explore the origins and geological history of the American Southwest through vivid displays including dinosaur models, ice-age cave replicas, a naturalist center and a walk-through volcano.

Park complex offering three main sections the whole family can enjoy: Albuquerque Aquarium, Rio Grande Botanic Garden and Rio Grande Zoo.

Owned and run by the 19 Indian Pueblos of New Mexico, this important center showcases the history of the Pueblo people through ancient artifacts, dance demonstrations and art exhibits.

The city's rich heritage is the focus at this museum, which features exhibits depicting the art, history and culture of the Southwest.

Stroll down narrow brick paths, past splendid examples of 18th century architecture, in this historic section of the city that also features the Rattlesnake Museum and quaint shops that sell southwestern goods.

This museum houses the world's largest collection of different species of live rattlesnakes and aims to correct common reptilian misconceptions.

Located at Old Town Albuquerque, this museum provides an interesting history of the Manhattan Project.

The exact spot where the first atomic bomb was detonated.

Up to 15,000 petroglyphs or prehistoric rock art images have been found on the West Mesa volcanic escarpment, located along a 17-mile canyon outside of Albuquerque.