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Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour

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Albuquerque, USA

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50 to 60 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

See Albuquerque’s historic spots and discover it’s history and legends, at your own pace, anytime, on this smart phone guided (GPS/APP) walking tour.

On the tour you will see the old patio market, the San Felipe de Neri Church, a hidden chapel, the old trading post, the candy shop that dishes out Heisenberg blue the prop used on Breaking Bad, the Old Town Square, the outdoor conquistador’s statures, the hidden courtyard, and so much more.

And I’ll share with you the history of Albuquerque, the native peoples, the legends and lore of rattle snakes and turquoise, the conquistadores, the settlers who founded the city, history of trade, and so much more.

Go at your own pace and schedule. Feel free to pause the tour anytime to explore. The tour never expires.

What's Included

  • See the historic sites of Old Town Albuquerque
  • The tour never expires
  • Go anytime, at your own pace 24/7/365
  • No Food, drinks or admission, the tour is all outside
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2111 Church Street Northwest
Albuquerque, NM 87104, USA

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Albuquerque
NM 87104, USA

The tour ends at La Jornada, the statue of the journey, and you'll hear the story of how New Mexico was settled by the Spanish.

What To Expect

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San Felipe de Neri Church

The tour stops outside of the the San Felipe de Neri Church, one of the most famous in the area and you'll learn it's historic past and see one of the most reconizable places in Albuquerque.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Church Street Cafe

The tour starts at the oldest building the church street cafe, originally built way back in 1706 this is one of the original structures here in town and it has deep roots. You'll hear about the founding of Albuquerque and the people the settled here.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Old Town Plaza

You'll stop in the historic plaza and hear about the beginning of the town to way back in 1706 when it was first imagined. You'll get a chance to step in the Gazebo and check out the shops.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Patio Market Old Town Albuquerque

The old Patio Market is an old trading area and offers a chance to shop or sit and hear the history of trading in Albuquerque going back to Spanish times. Feel free to shop as you hear the historic story.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chapel of Our Lady of Guadalupe

This hidden gem is missed by many tourists, this tiny chapel has an artistic history intertwined with Albuquerque. Here you'll hear the story of art here and how the chapel was created. Awesome picture spot.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Candy Lady

Fan of Breaking bad? looking to get the original prop for the breaking bad Heisenberg blue? Learn the story of how it was made and stop the tour and buy a sample.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

La Jornada

These statues tell the history of the Journey of the Spanish who originally settled here in the 1500's. This was New Spain at the time. And they came here exploring their territory and looking for riches. They also did horrific things to the native people. You'll learn that story here and why one of the statues was removed.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Santo Domingo Indian Trading

Native American's have a deep history here, it's their land!. Here you'll earn the history of the Native American's in New Mexico, their folklore and history. And get a chance to shop.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MDT). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • See the historic sites of Old Town Albuquerque
  • The tour never expires
  • Go anytime, at your own pace 24/7/365
  • Discover the history stories of Albuquerque
  • Smart Phone App Guided Walking tour on our Walking Tour app in Albuquerque
  • No Food, drinks or admission, the tour is all outside

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  • Service animals allowed
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