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Santa Fe Revisited

Santa Fe Revisited

Activity duration is 2 hours and 15 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 153 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥12,761 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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New Mexican Flavors Food Tour of the Santa Fe Plaza

New Mexican Flavors Food Tour of the Santa Fe Plaza

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 130 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥29,753 per adult
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US Classic Southwest Adventure Self Guided Audio Tours

US Classic Southwest Adventure Self Guided Audio Tours

Activity duration is 15 days
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥14,354 per traveler*
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Make Your Own Stained Glass Honeycomb

Make Your Own Stained Glass Honeycomb

Activity duration is 1 hour
10.0 out of 10 with 9 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥15,951 per adult
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Santa Fe: Canyon Road Art & History Walking Tour

Santa Fe: Canyon Road Art & History Walking Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
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Price is ￥11,006 per adult
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What to do in Santa Fe

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Santa Fe Plaza

Santa Fe Plaza

Home to many landmarks in the heart of the city, this spacious square evokes echoes of the Spanish colonial era with its markets, bandstand and live music.

Santa Fe Plaza
Santa Fe Opera

Santa Fe Opera

Listen to the enchanting sounds of classic opera in an open-air theater with views of the Jemez Mountains, the sunset and the stars.

Santa Fe Opera
Loretto Chapel

Loretto Chapel

A mysterious spiral staircase with no known origin is the highlight of this former church that now acts as a wedding chapel and museum.

Loretto Chapel
Meow Wolf

Meow Wolf

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Meow Wolf during your travels in Santa Fe. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this walkable area.

Meow Wolf
Canyon Road

Canyon Road

This charming road was once lined with typical adobe residences. Now art galleries, studios, restaurants and boutiques make it the most exclusive part of town.

Canyon Road
Santa Fe Railyard

Santa Fe Railyard

During your visit to Santa Fe, you can do some window-shopping at Santa Fe Railyard. Experience the lively festivals and fascinating museums in this family-friendly area.

Santa Fe Railyard
View of Jemez Mountains from Santa Fe, NM

Ski Santa Fe

Hit the slopes at Ski Santa Fe during your trip to Santa Fe. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.

Ski Santa Fe
Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi

Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi

Take a tour of this 19th-century church in the center of Santa Fe to see its statues and brightly colored stained-glass windows.

Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi
Flags flying above the Palace of the Governors, Santa Fe Plaza, State Capital of New Mexico at sunset on a spring evening. Adobe structure and historical Spanish seat of government in the Southwest.

Palace of the Governors

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Palace of the Governors in Santa Fe. Experience the area's fascinating museums and entertainment choices.

Palace of the Governors

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Santa Fe

Downtown Santa Fe

Downtown Santa Fe

4.5/5(2,011 area reviews)

Visitors to Downtown Santa Fe rave about its fascinating museums, popular shops, and acclaimed art galleries. You might also want to make some time to see Lensic Performing Arts Center or Georgia O'Keefe Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Downtown Santa Fe
The Miraculous Staircase of The Loretto Chapel

Southside

4/5(1,521 area reviews)

Southside is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Meow Wolf and International Museum of Collage, Assemblage & Construction, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santa Fe.

Southside
San Esteban Del Rey Mission in Acoma Pueblo

Historic Eastside

4.5/5(54 area reviews)

While visiting Historic Eastside, you might make a stop by sights like Canyon Road and Nedra Matteucci Galleries.

Historic Eastside
Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi in Santa Fe, New Mexico

Northeast Santa Fe

4.5/5(115 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Northeast Santa Fe and surrounding area, you can visit New Mexico Museum of Art and Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi.

Northeast Santa Fe
Sunset on Bishops Lodge Road in Santa Fe, New Mexico with pink sunlight on green plants and road to Tesuque residential community

North Hills

While North Hills might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Randall Davey Audubon Center & Sanctuary and Canyon Road.

North Hills
Dramatic, beautiful sunset casts purple and orange colors and hues on clouds and mountains over a neighborhood in Tesuque, near Santa Fe, New Mexico

Tesuque

Tesuque is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shidoni Foundry and Glenn Green Galleries & Sculpture Garden.

Tesuque

Popular day trips from Santa Fe

Espanola

Espanola

Interior of Kiva at Native American Pecos Pueblo, Pecos National Historical Park, New Mexico, USA

Pecos

Miraculous Healing Church of Chimayo in New Mexico

Chimayo

Frequently asked questions

Is Santa Fe worth visiting?
Known for its family-friendly attractions and nature, finding awesome things to do in Santa Fe is simple. Remember to add Georgia O'Keefe Museum to your trip itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Santa Fe?
When you've checked off major attractions like Museum of Indian Arts and Culture and New Mexico History Museum, spend some time discovering Santa Fe's retail and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Santa Fe?
Don't go home without checking out Georgia O'Keefe Museum, rated the top tourist attraction in Santa Fe.
Is three days enough to stay in Santa Fe?
You can easily enjoy leading attractions like Georgia O'Keefe Museum, Lensic Performing Arts Center and Museum of International Folk Art with a three-day escape to Santa Fe. On average, most travelers book two days here. There's plenty to see and do nearby too, so stay a while longer and check out Pojoaque.
Is Santa Fe a walkable city?
Some top sights in Santa Fe, including Georgia O'Keefe Museum and Lensic Performing Arts Center, are within walking distance. You can also enjoy several of the city's popular neighborhoods on foot. Only 0.16 kilometers from central Santa Fe is Downtown Santa Fe and Historic Eastside is 2 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Santa Fe with kids?
If you're searching for attractions and activities for all of your group, check out these excellent ideas for what to do in Santa Fe with kids.
What to do in Santa Fe for adults?
There are lots of things to do in Santa Fe, with activities for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at Santa Fe National Cemetery or Art Vault.
Are there free things to do in Santa Fe?
One of the easiest ways to discover free things to do in Santa Fe is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on hip neighborhoods, parks and other highlights you can enjoy without reaching into your pocket. International Museum of Collage, Assemblage & Construction is one spot that doesn't have an entrance fee.