ABQ Trolley Co. | Best of ABQ City Tour

4.8 (312 reviews) 1 h 40 min Free cancellation

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312 reviews

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Open-air Trolley! — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

ABQ Trolley Co. | Best of ABQ City Tour, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Climb aboard the open-air Trolley for a rolling tribute to the most legendary highway in America. In 2026, Route 66 turns 100, and this centennial celebration puts the Mother Road front and center in a way you will not find anywhere else in Albuquerque.

This fully narrated, multimedia experience is a love letter to Route 66. From glowing neon to vintage motor courts, you will trace the road that helped shape the Duke City and the American road trip. Cruise historic Central Avenue past icons like the KiMo Theatre, El Vado Motel, and 66 Diner.

Along the way you will explore Albuquerque’s culture, cuisine, and pop culture history, from red and green chile to filming locations from Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. Celebrate the Route 66 Centennial and experience Albuquerque the way it was meant to be seen: from the open road.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 40 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 33 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: TourABQ

Ages: Youth (0–12 years) · Adults (13–64 years) · Seniors (65–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Open-air

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Albuquerque Old Town

Passing by

Hop on board for a fully-narrated, multimedia, guided tour experience on the open-air Trolley. Riders will explore the many palate-pleasing uses of red and green chile, learn the thundering call of the University of New Mexico Lobo, discover film locations of major motion pictures and television (including Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul), and even see a beach in the desert, a castle and more! Featuring the Old Town Plaza, Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, Museum Row, Route 66, Nob Hill, UNM, Rail Yards, Sawmill Market, El Vado Motel, sports stadiums and more!
Stop 2

Passing by

You'll pass through historic locations throughout the Downtown Albuquerque area.
Stop 3

Passing by

Nob Hill is home to great food spots, and plenty of Albuquerque history.
University of New Mexico

Passing by

UNM can be called the heart of Albuquerque. Learn about the history of the University, and maybe even join in on an infamous Lobo musical number!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Travelers will check in inside Old Town Emporium for the Trolley tours. The Boarding area is just north of the store, in front of the Portal Vendors on San Felipe.

End point

Travelers will check in inside Old Town Emporium for the Trolley tours. The Boarding area is just north of the store, in front of the Portal Vendors on San Felipe.

Using your ticket

Your Viator ticket will be exchanged for a TourABQ e-ticket sent via text message. You may check in in advance (more than 30-minutes before tour time) at the TourABQ Box Office inside Old Town Emporium (204 San Felipe St NW 87104) OR directly at the Trolley boarding location (less than 30-minutes before tour time): directly east of the Old Town Plaza Gazebo.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.