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    Brad G.

    Prelude to my 350th (tree-fiddy) review. Someone else mentioned that this dinosaur owed her money. I have the same complaint. Oh, it must've been about seven or eight days ago. Me and the little lady were in her parent's car, you see, all alone in the middle of the day when all of a sudden this huge creature, this giant crustacean from the paleolithic era comes up to the highway. Kathy started yelling, "Lord have mercy." She jumped over in the seat with me and said, "Brad, what on earth is that creature?!" It stood above us looking down with those big eyes for quite some time. I yelled. I said, "What do you want from us Large Red Dinosaur?!"And the dinosaur bent down and said, "...Uh I need about tree-fiddy" To this day... he still owes me tree-fiddy. Watch out when driving by this thing. If you don't give him tree-fiddy, he has no problem taking it from you. You've been warned.

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    Daniel D.

    I can't be the only person thinking this but wasn't this guy green at one time? I lived on the westside for the better part of over a decade and I recall it being light green. Anyways I was on the westside and figure this place was on my list of oddities in Albuquerque to see and capture and I had the time so figured I'd come see it in it's grandness. I have to say seeing it up close it's quite lovely and larger than I had expected. I passed it all the time when I lived on the westside but I never took the time to actually stop and view it in its glory. It's a pretty neat spectacle. The dinosaur is very unique and strange especially since it's located right beside a storage business. I am not sure the story behind that but I am curious to find out. I enjoyed capturing it and adding it to my series of oddities in town and I can't wait to show my friends and family and sharing the experience. I am so glad I decided to start this project because I'm finding out about so many unique sites and seeing them in person just makes it so much more spectacular.

    Apparently, this is the museum of A-1 Self Storage now. Good luck stopping people from touching the red dinosaur.
    Frankie F.

    A former Sinclair dinosaur painted red and next to the on-ramp to Paseo east and the storage place that (I believe) owns it now. It's a modest, unofficial landmark and one of those things people in Albuquerque knows about. Whoever decided to repaint it red deserves an advertising award. Something as unassuming as a dinosaur statue generating even this much buzz is pretty noteworthy. But that's all it is. Bring your kids to tire them out then go home :)

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    Ha ha ha. This has been around since I was a kid. I am super amused that there is a review status available.

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    Very large and red like it says. Emily my grand daughter approves have to keep typing to be able to post a review

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    He owes me money. Take my advice, and if this guy invites you to go to Sandia, just say no.

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    The kids go crazy every tine we pass the big red dinosaur you enter Passeo del Norte off of Coors.

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    Nob Hill - Taste of Nob Hill May 2022

    Nob Hill

    (18 reviews)

    Nob Hill

    Keep Albuquerque Quirky! This is a weird arts district for ABQ. This is where the free thinkers,…read morethe forward looking populace expresses their local flavor, their nuances of culture that makes ABQ unique. There's all kinds of great murals, public works of art, and awesome shops to check out up in here. It's right down the way on Route 66 from University of New Mexico, so it's a younger, hip crowd that goes here for local grub, shopping, and events. You're sure to find all kinds of old Route 66 memorabilia, or stuff made by local artisans. It's all small local businesses, there are no chains around here as far as I know. You're sure to find some cool foreign grub, a nice tattoo parlor, or a kitschy gift shop that focuses on Abq pride. Parking can be challenging- keep an eye out for private lots or the back streets off of Central Ave.

    Nob Hill has always been one of my favorite neighborhoods in Albuquerque. It has a plethora of…read moreunique shops and fantastic restaurants - including a variety of sushi places. It tends to be a little more looked over by the tourists and is host to a lot of students which makes for a fun combination of cutting edge and culture. My favorite place to grab a bite to eat would have to be Sushi and Sake - you can't beat the all you can eat sushi - and the Olo Yogurt Studio has incredible locally made frozen yogurt! Boba Tea is a local hit for a reason and should not be overlooked. The AuxDog Theater has great shows and independent Guild Cinema is always a treat, showing hard to find films with really great popcorn! If you want that cool city vibe of walking the street and strolling into shops and checking out menus for the restaurants, Nob Hill is that place.

    Spaceship UFO House

    Spaceship UFO House

    (9 reviews)

    Nob Hill

    Simply stunning, just park on the road and wander around the outside. Unique, imaginative and…read morecool. The Spaceship Ufo House, is a distinctive landmark known for its futuristic design resembling a flying saucer. This privately owned residence stands out with its circular shape and unique decor that reflects a sci-fi theme. Constructed in the 1970s, it has become a popular point of interest for visitors intrigued by its unusual architecture. We need more of this and fortunately New Mexico can deliver.

    This is an odd and unique attraction. The house does resemble a spaceship or something futuristic…read more It is a peculiar site. It is a 2 bedroom, 3 bath, 3,686 square foot home that was built in 1984 It is an actual house that is currently being lived in, so you cannot go inside and should be respectable of the occupants. You can still get a decent view of the property from the sidewalk and you will find parking right in front of the house on the street. It was the home of artist Bart Prince, who designed it and the accompanying art and not only served as his residence, but his studio too. You will also find some eclectic sculptures scattered around the grounds. This neat little house was sold in 2022 and I have seen it posted as an Air B & B recently. That would be a cool place to stay in, but I am not sure ablout living here, with all of the attention and tourist coming through. This place is a Albuquerque landmark. The abstract metal sculptures that are out front and just behind the fence are as interesting as the house. You will even see a dinosaur. If you are a road tripper, this should definitely be on you to see list if you are in Albuquerque. Anyway, as with most attractions that I have visited and reviewed, this is not a long stop. I was there less than 5 minutes. So, you may want to consider planning out additional stops at many of the other attractions in the area, such as the Big Red Arrow, or making this stop part of a larger itinerary to maximize your time and trip.

    Giant Red Arrow

    Giant Red Arrow

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    Midtown/University

    The red arrow is in the parking lot across the road from Whole Foods. A great photo op while you…read morepick up your costume from Spirit Halloween. be nice if there was a little step so you could sit on the platform and hug the arrow. Another fun pop culture stop to mix in with your history and nature stops.

    You will find this gigantic red arrow, with its tip to the ground in a busy Whole Foods Parking…read morelot. It is an Albuquerque staple and a part of the city's culture. It could maybe use a fresh coat of paint, but it is still considerably in great shape since it has been there since 1961. Back then the shopping plaza was named Indiana Plaza. The arrow stands about 20 feet tall and looks like it was shoot into the stone base on which its sits. If the arrow does not already draw enough attention, it use to have neon lighting. However, it was too expensive to maintain so they scrapped it. Another interesting note is that in 1980, some of the plaza's tenants looked to add a few parking spots, which is premium in that location, by ripping out the arrow. The arrow was given landmark status though and it remains in it location today. There is an urban legend that the arrow ended up there by Lil' Beaver, the Indian sidekick of Red Ryder, the cowboy of TV, movie and comic strip fame, using a giant bow to shoot the arrow into an awaiting patch of soft concrete. I love the story and the hype, but I seriously doubt that it is true. I was able to pull into that same parking lot, park, get out and take a closer look. It was very easy. Anyway, as with most attractions that I have visited and reviewed, this is not a long stop. I was there less than 5 minutes. So, you may want to consider planning out additional stops at many of the other attractions in the area, such as the space ship house or making this stop part of a larger itinerary to maximize your time and trip.

    Large Red Dinosaur - landmarks - Updated May 2026

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