Clearly, for at least a short time, the people running San Felipe de Neri church in Old Town had no…read moreidea what was gathering dust in the back parking lot. I originally found an online post about this wood carving back in, say, 2012, researching funky, unique landmarks in the 505, and the next day I went on a hunt to find it. Sure enough, tucked away in a corner of the asphalt, this gorgeous little work of art sat, unloved. Several years ago the church moved it to a prominent spot on the property. Go to the northwest corner of North Plaza st and San Felipe and you'll see a colorful, hand carved stump featuring Our Lady of Guadalupe, grab a selfie, it's a great backdrop. Word has it that in 1970, a parishioner carved this icon into the heart of the tree. I'm happy it's back, and glad disco remains buried.

Great! Highlight of our trip so far. Lots of great areas and very peaceful feel. There was an…read moreaquarium as well although we didn't go there. Beautiful and getting ready for their holiday exhibit. Highly recommended

A MUST visit. The facilities are well cared for and the grounds are beautiful…read more Pro-Tip: You can buy a beer at their drink park and walk around enjoying the refreshing drink as you tour vast facility.

So many cute shops, outdoor patio restaurants, hair salons, murals, all wrapped up in art deco…read morebuildings ! Def drive thru or walk thru Nob Hill. Very enjoyable area

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.

Microsoft is ranked No. 14 in the 2022 rankings of the largest United States corporations by total…read morerevenue according to NBC news. My first introduction to the computer world was at work. Fortunately I worked for government and we had Windows and great training programs. If we wanted to broaden our knowledge our government agency would approve adult education classes. I was very capable of creating PowerPoint presentations and more. Excel Spreadsheets helped me organize enormous amounts of work that's required from a government employee. Naturally when I purchased my personal computer I selected a laptop that used the same operating system. It was after I moved back to New York I needed a new laptop and I switched to all Apple Products. I'm not as comfortable with the enormous amount of options these days on my devices. I do have fond memories of enjoying Microsoft Word and the other features. Would I go back to Microsoft? No....I've put too much effort into learning the Apple Life at this point. It's your choice......

Today, Microsoft is known all around the world from their headquarters in Redmond Washington (near…read moreSeattle). But they weren't always a Pacific Northwest company. Microsoft's humble beginning was here in the Southwest. Albuquerque, New Mexico. And ironic since I was in Sonoma only two weeks ago, https://www.yelp.com/biz/bliss-hill-sonoma?hrid=iQmxwJBjOQ3z_14tad7WJg Microsoft was founded here in 1975 where they remained until 1979, Bill Gates and Paul G. Allen wrote a version of BASIC for the MITS Altair. There is no Microsoft here now other than what might exist on the desktop computers of the companies that operate out of this strip mall. But yet, it all began here and this plaque commemorates it. It reads, "Microsoft, Inc., founded at this site in 1975 - and headquartered in Albuquerque until 1979 - was established by Paul G. Allen and Bill Gates. The opportunity to write a version of BASIC for the MITS Altair drew them to the area and sparked their vision of "a computer on every desk and in every home." That passion for innovative technology led to the development of Microsoft's groundbreaking software. Paul Allen and Bill Gates would like to acknowledge the important role that the city of Albuquerque played in the company's early development, offering an environment that stimulated creativity and encouraged entrepreneurial spirit." [Review 21081 overall - 128 in New Mexico - 44 of 2024.]

Hey, we humans are a pretty diverse species, aren't we? Different colors, genders, sexual…read morepreferences, not to mention political persuasions, curiosities and turn-ons, tats and piercings, culinary interests... hey, we're all so unique, right? And we love to post those status updates letting everybody know just how special we truly are, ad nauseam. But when it comes to how we inhabit this world, I'd argue that we're all pretty damn homogenous. Albuquerque's ever-burgeoning über-suburb, Rio Rancho, is case-in-point: endless rows of neighborhoods that blend seamlessly together, no character to speak of, sprawling across the sands. Expressing our individualism in mall-selected fashion, choice of automobile, or Christmas lawn decoration, we generally prefer to hide within our swamp-cooled abodes and smoke up on Reality TV, or streaming movies, or whatever defines us. That's America, boys and girls. I Am What I Ingest. The Shoe Tree is just a telephone pole covered in shoes. That's all it is. You have to wonder how the artist pulled it off, he/she probably started at the top and worked down from there. It's in the middle of a pretty homogenous neighborhood near a country club. I didn't take pictures of the adjacent house for privacy reasons but it's totally worth a look. Know this: while you were watching the latest mini-series, somebody was outside crafting this, and the rest of the castle, which is indeed a feat. Two dogs live here, and they continually cross a bridge in the sky. If that isn't enough to pique your interest, just go home and watch whatever it is you consider "your show".

Well, I can't really say this was worth the effort to come and see…read more I searched a few sources looking for interesting things to see. I thought this was odd enough, so why not see it? This is located in a residential neighborhood. I have no idea what the rhyme or reason for this is or was. It just appears to be a utility pole with a bunch of shoes attached all over the surface. The creator of this odd art is Michael Veseart. The shoes are pretty weather worn now. If you have an appreciation for shoes on display, this might be right down your alley. There are pretty much only women's heels... in many colors. This could just be called a High Heel Tree. I guess you could spend as much time as you'd like since there is a bench there. It is facing the houses, not the Shoe Tree. We took a very quick look and left.

A good amount of gaming opportunities here at this casino/hotel. Rooms were clean. Beds were…read morecomfortable and staff were nice. Fairly reasonable price for rooms. We were pretty pooped so I went directly to bed. Plenty of parking

We've stayed at both the hotel and the RV park and have thoroughly enjoyed both of them! The hotel…read morestaff is super friendly from check in to check out. It seems that most of them enjoy their job and are happy to have you there. The rooms in the hotel are very clean and well appointed with perhaps some of the most comfortable beds in Albuquerque! The RV park is very nice with nice large spaces and is extremely well maintained. We've stayed a few times and there is always someone out cleaning, raking and tending to the sites. Highly recommend both of them! The casino itself is a bit odd, no drinking on the floor of the casino and very little staff to help out when needed. It was also very tight for us!

Albuquerque is such an unexpectedly cool city. The deep Native American roots, incredible cultural…read morediversity, thriving art scene, college energy, and sheer number of tribes and pueblos throughout New Mexico give this place a character that feels completely its own. The people are chill, the food scene is INCREDIBLE, and as a vegan, I was pleasantly surprised by how easy it is to eat well here. It's relatively affordable, there are plenty of attractions and outdoor adventures, and the freeways actually WORK. You can get pretty much anywhere in 20 minutes, which feels like a luxury in a growing city. Plus, you're perfectly positioned for iconic destinations like Taos Pueblo and so much more. Albuquerque has that rare combination of culture, creativity, accessibility, and laid back energy that makes you want to stay awhile.

By the time we arrived in Albuquerque, it was starting to get dark. We still had a few more hours…read moreof driving before quitting for the night. It is primarily a Native American community. It is the largest city in New Mexico. Albuquerque is known for its hot air balloon celebration happening in October. Reserve your tickets!

We did the High Noon History, Legends & Route 66 Lore - Tour of Old Town…read moreAlbuquerque, New Mexico in October 2026. Had we not booked this tour, we would've been walking around thinking what a lovely old area of Albuquerque. Misty was our tour guide and she was fabulous! It is amazing how much detail and knowledge she was able to give to everyone. She was a walking encyclopedia! Lol We saw things that in passing, we would've had no idea what the deep history was for that place or that thing. Misty really brought excitement and wonder alive for us which she packed in during our tour. What a wonderful memory she created for us during our visit to old town Albuquerque. We highly recommend this tour and if possible, you should try to get lucky and book it with Misty.

This tour was juvenile at the very best. It was not engaging and the fact that the "laptop"…read moreoperator could not get out of his own way to operate the computer to engage us further was the only frightening thing on the tour. Literally after 20 minutes I found I was tired and preferred to go back to the camp ground and forget this waste of my time So we sent an email explaining our sadness and Misty got back with an apology offering a no charge different tour - but we were already on a flight home. This was to be the ending of our time in NM. Then a VERY CURT and dismissive email was received from Julie making very offensive comments and suggestions to say the very least (yes I am playing it down!) Before you even contemplate this - keep your hard earned money go out for a dinner and a drink and enjoy rather than waste it here!!!

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.

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.