Discover Historic Old Town!
Don Francisco Cuervo y Valdez founded Albuquerque on February 7, 1706 with the name, "La Villa de San Francisco de Alburquerque". Old Town has continued to thrive for over three centuries on the banks of the Rio Grande River.
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Tours of Old Town specializes in informative and entertaining outdoor walking tours which share a wide variety of interesting trivia and historical facts in the heart of the Duke City. Step back in time with our History, Legends & Lore or venture into the paranormal with our Ghost Tours; or see the Plaza late night through the eyes of Constable Milton J. Yarberry, Albuquerque's first Town Marshal during our Magic Show. |
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Old Town's history is long and varied. The ancient Anasazi, The Tiwa and other Native American Pueblos settled in the Land of Enchantment. Sandia Man lived in this area 12,000 years ago. Spanish Conquistadors including Francisco Vasquez Coronado explored the area in 1540 in search of God, Gold (The legendary Seven Cities of Cibola) and Glory. Merchants traveled the nearby Santa Fe Trail and the El Camino Real in search of trade. Explorer Zebulon Pike stayed on the Plaza, held captive in the rectory of the San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church. Soldiers including General Stephen Watts Kearny as well as Confederate General Henry H. Sibley each occupied Old Albuquerque. Such Wild West legends as Wyatt Earp, Doc Holliday and Billy the Kid are each rumored to have passed through town. The coming of the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad caused a move to New Town in 1880. But later, the arrival of the Mother Road (Route 66) brought people back to Old Town in the 1930s.
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Visiting Old Town Albuquerque with us on foot is the best way to find the well-hidden original adobe buildings and hard-to-notice architectural details. Properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places and several hidden treasures are all highlighted by our story tellers during our memorable walks. |
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A visit to New Mexico is not complete without tasting our renowned chili (red or green). Many souvenirs for your friends back home can be purchased in Old Town including turquoise, Kachina Dolls, chili ristras and pottery. The cultural corridor includes museums and other attractions in close walking distance. If you're visiting in December, do not miss the Old Town Holiday Stroll and festive luminarias.
Tours of Old Town provides memorable experiences for both locals and visitors to the Land of Enchantment. We offer several tours daily and enjoy providing special group tours for schools, seniors, and convention visitors.
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2008 Tour line up
HISTORY, Legends & Lore Tour of Old Town - a 75 minute historical walking Tour through Old Town Albuquerque
PLAZA HIGHLIGHTS Tour of Old Town - a 30 minute historical walking Tour of the Old Town Plaza area
GHOST TOUR of Old Town - a 90 minute walking tour which shares the ghost stories and paranormal investigations of Old Town’s haunted locations
MAGIC SHOW and Ghost Tour - a 90 minute, themed character, walking Magic Show combined with the Ghost Tour
MOONLIGHT Ghost Tour - a 2 hour walking Ghost Tour, held at a special later time, which includes the history and superstitions surrounding the moon
GHOST HUNTING Tour - a 3 hour walking Ghost Tour and private Ghost Hunt. YOU become an actual Paranormal Investigator
Friday the 13th - June 2008 - SPECIAL EVENT - more information coming soon!
Saturday, October 18, 2008 - SPECIAL EVENT - more information coming soon!
General Tour information
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Tours are held daily, regardless of the weather - Umbrellas are available for use, free of charge, in case of rain or in conjunction with personal misters on hot summer days
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Tours are a leisurely one mile walk with frequent rest stops
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Tours meet at our Ticket Window in Plaza Don Luis
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Tours last from sixty minutes to three hours
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Minors must be accompanied by an adult
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Tickets must be purchased in advance
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Still photography is allowed however, NO video or audio recording allowed
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Prices & Tour times are subject to change without notice
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Holiday rates and times will vary
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We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone
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Tours are taken at your own risk
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Please visit our FAQ's for additional tour information
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Reservations can be easily made on line at www.ToursOfOldTown.com, in person at the Tours of Old Town ticket window, or by telephone by calling (505) 246-TOUR
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All major credit cards are accepted
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All Tours are wheelchair, electric scooter and stroller accessible
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Souvenir memorabilia with the adored “Ghostie Zia” or the "Wagon Wheel Cow Skull" are only available at Tours of Old Town.
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Private and Group Tours are available
Let us help you to discover the Land of Enchantment!
Contact information
- Phone: (505) 246-TOUR
- Address:
- 303 Romero St. NW
- Plaza Don Luis - Space # N-120
- Albuquerque, NM 87104
- Email:
- General Information:
Info@ToursOfOldTown.com
Webmaster: WebMaster@ToursOfOldTown.com
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