The Courtyards

The Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway is a must-visit destination for anyone who wants to explore the breathtaking beauty of central New Mexico. This trail covers an area of 15,000 square miles and connects Albuquerque, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape from the top of Sandia Crest. For a truly immersive experience of the area's natural beauty, it is highly recommended that you take a detour from the freeway and travel through the byway. As you go along the route, you will come across the historic mining towns of Golden, Madrid, and Cerrillos - each of which has been revitalized with many arts and crafts, theaters, music, museums, and restaurants. This scenic and historically rich area encompasses a vast expanse in the heart of central New Mexico.

Come and join one of the biggest beer celebrations in New Mexico, the ABQ Blues & Brews festival. You can sample unlimited beer from your favorite local and regional breweries and discover new favorites. With sixty breweries showcasing their delicious brews, you'll find something you'll love. The combination of blues music and craft beer is a match made in heaven, and ABQ Blues & Brews brings you some of the best local blues musicians to enjoy while you drink. This festival is part of ABQ Beer Week, a ten-day series of events celebrating great beers and scenery. ABQ Beer Week offers something for everyone, whether you're a new beer lover, a seasoned connoisseur, a foodie, or just looking for a good time.

Welcome to Twin Peaks in Albuquerque, NM. They take pride in serving scratch-made food and providing sports entertainment on TVs from every angle, including frosty 29° draft beer and friendly Twin Peaks Girls. Their kitchen uses fresh ingredients to prepare hand-smashed burgers, beer-battered chicken tenders, hand-cut steaks, street tacos, and wings in 12 different sauces. They offer various beverages, including signature craft cocktails and rare tequilas. You can dine in, order online, or grab something to go. Rest assured, they've got you covered.

Step back to the golden age of the 1950s with a visit to the whimsical and retro 66 Diner. Here, you can indulge in traditional diner fare surrounded by vintage jukeboxes, soda fountains, and mid-century knick-knacks. Located in Albuquerque, 66 Diner is a local favorite renowned worldwide for its fantastic diner burgers, shakes, pies, and more. If you're traveling along Route 66, stop by and get a taste of the good old days. Whether you're stopping in for lunch or dinner, you'll love the ambiance and the chance to experience the internationally-known 66 Diner on Historic Route 66.