Highest-rated things to do in New Mexico by visitors

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Indeed, even if you've lived in New Mexico your whole life, you might be surprised by just how many top-rated things you've yet to cross off your list. From architectural wonders and picturesque views to historical museums and other must-see sights, you'll find your appreciation for New Mexico reignited just by reading through this list of top-rated things to do.

compiled a list of the highest-rated things to do in New Mexico using data from . Tripadvisor ranks places using a combination of metrics, including overall rating, reviews, and number of page views. As a result, an activity with a 5 out of 5 overall rating might rank lower than one with a 4 out of 5. Data is as of Aug. 15, 2025.

Whether you're a family of five traveling in a recreational vehicle or a duo of friends looking for a quick getaway in New Mexico, read on for a list of sights you could easily plan a trip around.

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#30. Museum of Indian Arts & Culture

- Rating: 4.6/5 (905 reviews)
- City: Santa Fe New
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#29. ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden

- Rating: 4.6/5 (870 reviews)
- City: Albuquerque New
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#28. Chaco Culture National Historical Park

- Rating: 4.7/5 (778 reviews)
- City: Nageezi New
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#27. Riverbend Hot Springs

- Rating: 4.7/5 (565 reviews)
- City: Truth or Consequences Sierra County New
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#26. Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad

- Rating: 4.8/5 (1,020 reviews)
- City: Chama New
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#25. Turquoise Museum

- Rating: 4.6/5 (575 reviews)
- City: Albuquerque New
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#24. Santa Fe Opera House

- Rating: 4.8/5 (1,100 reviews)
- City: Santa Fe New
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#23. Museum of International Folk Art

- Rating: 4.7/5 (2,147 reviews)
- City: Santa Fe New
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#22. Indian Pueblo Cultural Center

- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,151 reviews)
- City: Albuquerque New
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#21. Ghost Ranch

- Rating: 4.5/5 (944 reviews)
- City: Abiquiu New
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#20. Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

- Rating: 4.7/5 (734 reviews)
- City: Albuquerque New
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#19. High Road to Taos

- Rating: 4.4/5 (1,309 reviews)
- City: Taos Taos County New
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#18. International UFO Museum And Research Center

- Rating: 3.8/5 (2,812 reviews)
- City: Roswell New
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#17. The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History

- Rating: 4.6/5 (1,381 reviews)
- City: Albuquerque New
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#16. Carlsbad Caverns National Park Visitor Center

- Rating: 4.8/5 (1,279 reviews)
- City: Carlsbad Caverns National Park New
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#15. Petroglyph National Monument

- Rating: 4.3/5 (2,022 reviews)
- City: Albuquerque New
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#14. McGinn's PistachioLand

- Rating: 4.6/5 (1,919 reviews)
- City: Alamogordo New
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#13. Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument

- Rating: 4.8/5 (1,571 reviews)
- City: Cochiti Pueblo New
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#12. Georgia O'Keeffe Museum

- Rating: 4.3/5 (5,260 reviews)
- City: Santa Fe New
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#11. Loretto Chapel

- Rating: 4.4/5 (5,251 reviews)
- City: Santa Fe New
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#10. Santa Fe Plaza

- Rating: 4.4/5 (3,272 reviews)
- City: Santa Fe New
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#9. Canyon Road

- Rating: 4.5/5 (4,084 reviews)
- City: Santa Fe New
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#8. Albuquerque Old Town

- Rating: 4.2/5 (5,407 reviews)
- City: Albuquerque New
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#7. Taos Pueblo

- Rating: 4.3/5 (3,196 reviews)
- City: Taos Taos County New
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#6. The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi

- Rating: 4.6/5 (4,020 reviews)
- City: Santa Fe New
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#5. Rio Grande Gorge Bridge

- Rating: 4.5/5 (3,725 reviews)
- City: Taos Taos County New
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#4. Meow Wolf Santa Fe

- Rating: 4.4/5 (3,134 reviews)
- City: Santa Fe New
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#3. Bandelier National Monument

- Rating: 4.8/5 (2,320 reviews)
- City: Los Alamos New
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#2. Sandia Peak Tramway

- Rating: 4.6/5 (7,239 reviews)
- City: Albuquerque New
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#1. White Sands National Park

- Rating: 4.8/5 (4,419 reviews)
- City: Alamogordo New
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This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 51 states.

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