From our experience, Albuquerque turned out to be a perfect place for a cultural, culinary, and scenic weekend. The annual Route 66 Summerfest is reason alone to plan your visit around mid-July, but this city offers so much more—hot air balloons, petroglyph hikes, speakeasies, and indigenous cuisine. If you’re planning a short visit or a longer road trip, here are the best things to do in Albuquerque, including where to stay, what to eat, and what experiences not to miss, based on wha...