Downtown Santa Fe Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
New Mexico Museum of Art showing a house and art

Popular places to visit

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Santa Fe Plaza

4.5/5(7 reviews)

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
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Loretto Chapel

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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
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Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi

4/5(1 review)

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
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New Mexico State Capitol

4.5/5(2 reviews)

After visiting New Mexico State Capitol, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Fe. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.

New Mexico State Capitol
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New Mexico Museum of Art

Admire the exceptional Pueblo design of the adobe structure that houses one of the oldest art galleries in New Mexico.

New Mexico Museum of Art
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Santa Fe Railyard

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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 romantic area.

Santa Fe Railyard

Activities

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New Mexican Flavors Food Tour of the Santa Fe Plaza

NZ$298
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
New Mexican Flavors Food Tour of the Santa Fe Plaza
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2-Hour Photography Class While Touring Downtown Santa Fe, Smart Phones Welcome!

NZ$154
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
2-Hour Photography Class While Touring Downtown Santa Fe, Smart Phones Welcome!
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Santa Fe: Canyon Road Arts District Walking Tour

NZ$112
Per adult
Santa Fe: Canyon Road Arts District Walking Tour
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Wander New Mexico Food Tour - Railyard Arts District

NZ$307
Per adult
Wander New Mexico Food Tour - Railyard Arts District
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Santa Fe Architectural Walking Tour

NZ$221
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Fe Architectural Walking Tour
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Ultimate Santa Fe History Walking Tour

NZ$211
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Ultimate Santa Fe History Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Downtown Santa Fe Hotel Deals

El Sendero Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection
El Sendero Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection
2.5 out of 5
311 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$285 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$285
per night
27 May - 28 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,107 reviews)
Highly recommended!
"Best value in an excellent location. Everything updated and clean. One caution….wet shower floor is extremely slippery. We put a towel on the shower floor to avoid slipping. We would absolutely go back. Thanks!"

Reviewed on 5 May 2024

El Sendero Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection
Inn and Spa at Loretto
Inn and Spa at Loretto
4 out of 5
211 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM
The price is NZ$442 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$442
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and onsite spa services. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (757 reviews)
"This was my second time staying there and it was just as great as the first time. The two valet guys who assisted us over the two days were so helpful and friendly. The woman who checked us in was so kind and helpful in dealing with Expedia. Even the guests were really friendly. We ate in the Living ..."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Inn and Spa at Loretto
Hotel St Francis
Hotel St Francis
4 out of 5
210 Don Gaspar Ave, Santa Fe, NM
The price is NZ$406 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$406
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Book a stay at this historic hotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"It’s an older hotel and the rooms are small and some things, like the flooring, could be updated (loose floorboards abounded in our tiny room). That said, the room was super clean and well apportioned. It had everything we needed including really great smelling body wash and lotion, shower cap, plenty ..."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Hotel St Francis
La Fonda on the Plaza
La Fonda on the Plaza
4 out of 5
100 E San Francisco St, Santa Fe, NM
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$387 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$387
per night
27 May - 28 May
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Wonderful, old hotel, immaculate, and uncomfortabl
"We have stayed at the Lafonda many times"

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

La Fonda on the Plaza
Eldorado Hotel & Spa
Eldorado Hotel & Spa
4 out of 5
309 W San Francisco Street, Santa Fe, NM
The price is NZ$442 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$442
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 spa tubs, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"It was close to the convention center and central to eateries."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Eldorado Hotel & Spa
Drury Plaza Hotel in Santa Fe
Drury Plaza Hotel in Santa Fe
3.5 out of 5
828 Paseo de Peralta, Santa Fe, NM
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$374 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$374
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,045 reviews)
Great stay and experience
"Great location, friendly staff, nice amenities. Beds could be a bit more comfortable, bit rooms are very clean."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Drury Plaza Hotel in Santa Fe
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Santa Fe

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West Manhattan

West Manhattan might not have many top sights, but Santa Fe Plaza and Santa Fe Railyard are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

West Manhattan
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Guadalupe District

If you're spending some time in Guadalupe District, Santa Fe Railyard and Railyard Arts District are top sights worth seeing.

Guadalupe District
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South Capitol

If you're spending some time in South Capitol, Railyard Arts District and Santa Fe Climbing Gym are top sights worth seeing.

South Capitol
Canyon Road featuring art and interior views

Historic Eastside

While visiting Historic Eastside, you might make a stop by sights like Canyon Road and Old Fort Marcy Park.

Historic Eastside
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Baca Street

While Baca Street isn't home to many top sights, Santa Fe Plaza and Santa Fe Railyard are some notable places to visit nearby.

Baca Street
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Casa Linda

Casa Linda might not have many top sights, but Santa Fe Plaza and Recursos de Santa Fe are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Casa Linda

Downtown Santa Fe Travel Guide

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