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 lively festivals.

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 acclaimed art galleries in this family-friendly area.

Santa Fe Railyard

Activities

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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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Wander New Mexico Food Tour - Railyard Arts District

NZ$307
Per adult
Wander New Mexico Food Tour - Railyard Arts District
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Small-Group E-Bike Adventure Tour through Hidden Santa Fe

NZ$291
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small-Group E-Bike Adventure Tour through Hidden Santa Fe
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Best Ever Painting Class at Artful Soul Santa Fe

NZ$292
Per adult
Best Ever Painting Class at Artful Soul Santa Fe
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Railyard Sip, Savor, & History Walking Tour in Santa Fe

NZ$170
Per adult
Railyard Sip, Savor, & History Walking Tour in Santa Fe
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The Best of Santa Fe & The Georgia O'Keeffe Museum: Private Tour

NZ$341
Per adult
The Best of Santa Fe & The Georgia O'Keeffe Museum: Private 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
The price is NZ$243 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$243
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
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! (1,132 reviews)
Affordable motel very near Plaza
"Nice, affordable motel very near downtown Plaza area of Santa Fe. Clean, quiet, comfortable room. I’d stay again!"

Reviewed on 24 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$511 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$511
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! (767 reviews)
Room for Improvement
"Check in was amazing, one valet attendant came off hateful and a little rude, had issues with our TV not working properly and it took a tech almost all day to fix, bar staff was wonderful, help desk was not so informative, found out as we were going to bed on our last night, that there was a 4 floor ..."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Inn and Spa at Loretto
La Fonda on the Plaza
La Fonda on the Plaza
4 out of 5
100 E San Francisco St, Santa Fe, NM
The price is NZ$328 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$328
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
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)
"Enjoyed everything about our stay! The proximity to the plaza can’t be beat."

Reviewed on 21 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$445 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$445
per night
27 May - 28 May
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Nice staff and great experience overall."

Reviewed on 21 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
The price is NZ$339 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$339
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! (1,036 reviews)
Clean, classy hotel
"Rooftop is an amazing space during sunset!"

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Drury Plaza Hotel in Santa Fe
Hotel St Francis
Hotel St Francis
4 out of 5
210 Don Gaspar Ave, Santa Fe, NM
The price is NZ$457 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
NZ$457
per night
3 Jun - 4 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)
"Hotel staff were wonderful. Perfect location to walk around and shop or eat."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Hotel St Francis
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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

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