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7 Best and Fun Things To Do In Gallup, New Mexico


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Nestled among stunning red rock landscapes, Gallup is a breathtaking location that provides a variety of thrilling outdoor experiences.

It also has a rich cultural heritage rooted in Native American tradition, with the area being home to two large tribal settlements of Navajo and Zuni.

The town is also known for its thriving art scene, offering an amazing array of artworks and handcrafted goods made by local artisans.

You can find a great selection of these items at the Gallup 9th Street Flea Market, where you can easily spend an entire afternoon browsing for souvenirs and sampling local cuisine.

Another one of the area’s main attractions is the annual Red Rock Balloon Rally, which takes place every year in December.  

You can find out more about the above mentioned attractions and others from the list below should you wish to pay a visit to this fascinating desert town.

The 7 Most Popular Things To Do In Gallup, New Mexico

7. High Desert Trail

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

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Location: Gallup NM

6. Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial

4.3 ★★★★☆ (24 reviews)

Location: 206 W Coal Ave #6306 Gallup NM

Tel:  505 863 3896

Web Address:   http://gallupceremonial.com/

5. Rex Museum

4.2 ★★★★☆ (43 reviews)

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Location: 300 E Hwy 66 Gallup NM

Tel:  505 863 1363

4. Gallup Cultural Center

4.3 ★★★★☆ (120 reviews)

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Location: 201 E Hwy 66 Gallup NM

Tel:  505 728 8048

Web Address:   https://southwestindian.com/foundation/cultural-center/

3. Gallup Flea Market

4.3 ★★★★☆ (628 reviews)

Location: 340 N 9th Street Gallup NM

Tel:  505 399 2166

Web Address:   http://gallup9th.com/

2. Red Rock Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (978 reviews)

Location: 825 Outlaw Road Church Rock NM

Tel:  505 722 3839

Web Address:   http://gallupnm.gov/207/Red-Rock-Park-and-Museum

1. Fire Rock Casino

3.6 ★★★★☆ (2,683 reviews)

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Location: 249 U S Rt 66 Church Rock NM

Tel:  505 905 7100

Web Address:   http://firerockcasino.com/

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Gallup, New Mexico! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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