Location: Albuquerque
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Things to do in Albuquerque, New Mexico (NM): The Best Gift & Specialty Shops
Whether you're into history, culture, outdoor adventures or just in need of some new and unique scenery, Albuquerque offers exciting attractions for all ages and interests, anytime of the year. In the historic section of Old Town, ancient Indian and Spanish cultures come to life through old churches, quaint shops and piazzas, winding brick paths and adobe benches. Browsers can spend a whole day making their way through the more than 100 stores, boutiques and galleries that sell Southwestern goods as well as unique products from around the world. During the winter holiday season, Old Town is adorned with small lit candles and thousands come to stroll through the streets, listen to live music and celebrate. It is truly a sight to see. But the history doesn't stop there. The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and the Petroglyph National Monument offer a glimpse of old Indian customs and art. Families will find plenty to do at the Albuquerque Biological Park, which features a zoo, aquarium and botanic garden. Outdoor types will find ample opportunities for hiking, biking and golf. After working up an appetite, head to any number of fine restaurants that serve up a choice of hot or even hotter New Mexican cuisine. To top it all off, take a ride on the Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway for spectacular views of all this vibrant city has to offer.
Restaurants in Albuquerque
1. Skip Maisel's
2. Grey Dog Trading
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Grey Dog Trading specializes in contemporary and vintage Native American fetish carvings, jewelry, weavings, katsina dolls, pottery and Hispanic devotional art. We feature the work of the finest Zuni fetish artists including Troy Sice, Ray Tsalate, Ricky Laahty, Gibbs Othole, Dee Edaakie and Loren Tsalabutie as well as deceased fetish masters. We proudly exhibit the sculpture and paintings of Navajo artist Sheldon Harvey who has won Best of Show at the prestigious Santa Fe Indian Market. We have a combined 55 years in the Native American arts business.
3. The Chile Addict
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
4. Eldora Chocolate
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
5. Metal The Brand
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
6. Wright's Indian Art
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5.0 based on 15 reviews
Wright's Indian Art brings handmade, one-of-a-kind Native American art straight from the artists to the public. The gallery is known for carrying the best of the best in quality and the artists we work with include a mix of veteran award winners and up and coming younger artists. With over 25 different tribal affiliations and over 15 forms of art represented, you will find no shortage of amazing pieces that you can connect with. Wright's is also home to the "Hangin'with the Masters" artist showcase series. This is a monthly event featuring Native American artists and their beautiful work. The artists sell their own work direct to the public during the event, and most events include a live demo, an educational lecture, a question and answer session, or other interactions that allow the public to get to know the artists in an intimate setting. Refreshments are provided and all shows are free to attend. We are the oldest continuously operating business in Albuquerque, open since 1907.
Reviewed By SantaFeNana - Albuquerque, United States
Tucked in an unassuming strip away from the tourist center of Albuquerque, this gallery - the direct descendant of a trading post, that has been in the same family for generations - has some of the best Native American art outside of a museum. The owners and employees are all knowledgeable and helpful, and also are respectful of your budget. They seem to be as interested in educating the public and in supporting the artisans whose works they display, as they are in making a sale. After you have gawked at the over-rated and sometimes over-priced galleries in Santa Fe, it is refreshing to visit Wright's in Albuquerque to find exactly the right pot, weaving, painting, piece of jewelry. or unique item for you. Whether this is your first authentic Indian art, or an addition to a collection, don't buy until you have checked out Wright's. As a former resident of Santa Fe, I can vouch for this hidden gem.
7. Genuine Southwest Art & Gifts
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
Whether you're a resident or a tourist, we have that perfect "slice of New Mexico" for you! Our store is artist owned by Charlene Kalbfell and Valerie Isenhower. We have a variety of original handmade artwork made by 33 artists who live in New Mexico. We have art and gifts in 25 different art mediums: tapestries, woodwork, pottery, punched tin, blown glass, copper work, stained glass, paintings, jewelry photography and more. In our store you'll find functional and decorative art with a southwestern flair.
Reviewed By TeamWard - Nottingham, United Kingdom
While wandering around Old Town this is the best gift shop, charming service, delightful items to find and plenty of choice, grab a holiday souvenir, well worth a shop.
8. New Mexico Pinon Coffee
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5.0 based on 38 reviews
Twenty years ago, New Mexico Pinon Coffee Company started with the original owner roasting coffee out of the back of his classic red pickup truck in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Today, New Mexico Pinon Coffee is one of the largest coffee roasters in the state of New Mexico, roasting over 1 million pounds of coffee since 2015. We offer over 25 different flavors, including our popular Traditional Piñon blend, and a gift shop filled with coffee gifts and essentials.
Reviewed By Lat911 - Raleigh, United States
My daughter wanted this brand of Pinon Coffee and some local Pinon incense and I was able to get them both in one stop! But I was unprepared for the easy grace of the shopkeeper and her willingness to go the extra mile to get my daughter's things shipped to the Northwest. I will go back just because they were so sweet.
9. Wild Moon Boutique
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
10. Camino 66
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By TeamWard - Nottingham, United Kingdom
On our way from the hotel into Old Town we visited Camino 66 and what a cool place to peruse lots of pottery, metal items and a variety of cool Mexican stuff to purchase, well worth a shop.
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