4 days in Albuquerque & San Diego Itinerary

Albuquerque remains one of the state's secret jewels, as its tourist attractions are often overshadowed by the more popular holiday destination of Santa Fe.

Start off your visit on the 5th (Mon): get curious at Explora Science Center and Children's Museum and then soar above the sights with a balloon tour.

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Farmington to Albuquerque is an approximately 3-hour car ride. Traveling from Farmington in April, plan for a bit warmer nights in Albuquerque, with lows around 43°F. On the 6th (Tue), you're off to San Diego.

Divided into neighborhoods with distinct characters and cultural heritages, San Diego sits just north of the Mexican border and offers visitors a blend of tourist attractions, including a lively nightlife, diverse cuisine, and a thriving musical scene.

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Tue): appreciate the history behind Cabrillo National Monument. On the 7th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: see the interesting displays at Maritime Museum of San Diego and then learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at San Diego Zoo.

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Traveling by flight from Albuquerque to San Diego takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Mountain Standard Time (MST) to Pacific Standard Time (PST) is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Albuquerque in April, San Diego is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 58°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 8th (Thu) to allow time for the car ride back home.