The Iconic Rattlesnake Sculpture: A Unique Attraction in Albuquerque

Getting There

• Public Transit

  From the Albuquerque city center, head to the nearest bus stop and take the ABQ RIDE bus route 66 (Central Ave). Ride the bus until you reach the stop at 'Sunport Blvd & Yale Blvd.' From there, transfer to bus route 50 (Isleta). Ride the bus for approximately 15 minutes until you reach the stop at 'Mesa del Sol.' After getting off, walk south along the main path for about 10 minutes until you reach the Rattlesnake sculpture located at 294G+8J, Albuquerque, NM 87105.

• Biking

  If you're comfortable biking, rent a bike from one of the local bike-sharing services available in Albuquerque. Start at the Albuquerque Convention Center and head south on 2nd Street SW. Continue biking until you reach Central Ave, then turn left. Follow Central Ave until you come to the intersection with Sunport Blvd, where you'll turn right. Continue straight until you reach the Mesa del Sol area, then follow the signs towards the Rattlesnake sculpture located at 294G+8J, Albuquerque, NM 87105. This ride should take about 30-40 minutes depending on your pace.

• Walking

  If you are already in the Mesa del Sol area, you can walk to the Rattlesnake sculpture. Start at the Mesa del Sol Community Center and head south on the main pathway. You will follow the path for about 15 minutes, keeping an eye out for signs directing you toward the sculpture. The Rattlesnake sculpture will be located at 294G+8J, Albuquerque, NM 87105, and should be visible from the pathway as you approach.