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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this romantic area.

Santa Fe Railyard

Activities

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2-Hour Photography Class While Touring Downtown Santa Fe, Smart Phones Welcome!

NZ$138
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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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$193
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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Santa Fe Scavenger Hunt

NZ$71
Per adult
Santa Fe Scavenger Hunt
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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$241 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
NZ$241
per night
3 Jul - 4 Jul
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! (1,185 reviews)
"This is a nice, older motel in downtown. Short walk to town square. Clean, comfortable, and quiet."

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 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$330 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
NZ$330
per night
7 Jul - 8 Jul
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! (781 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay at inn and spa at Loretto. Newly remodeled pool is brilliant Staff is wonderful Only caveat- don’t get a room on top floor- a little hot"

Reviewed on 19 Jun. 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$544 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
NZ$544
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
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! (1,010 reviews)
La Fonda is so nice
"Had a wonderful time staying at the La Fonda!! drove up to a mariachi band escorting a wedding party from the square directly in to the hotel which was amazing. walked to the square in the evening and sat in the park. beautiful shops in the hotel with very comfortable rooms and breakfast was excellent ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2024

La Fonda on the Plaza
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$319 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
NZ$319
per night
2 Jul - 3 Jul
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! (1,027 reviews)
"The bed was wobbly and shaky which made it uncomfortable to sleep, and the pillows were tiny. The air conditioning was loud. It was an average nights sleep. The bar was open late which was nice."

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2024

Drury Plaza Hotel in Santa Fe
Eldorado Hotel & Spa
Eldorado Hotel & Spa
4 out of 5
309 W San Francisco Street, Santa Fe, NM
The price is NZ$273 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
NZ$273
per night
7 Jul - 8 Jul
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! (1,003 reviews)
Pleasant Stay!
"Quick overnight stay and it met all my expectations. It was a wonderful property for a step above."

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2024

Eldorado Hotel & Spa
Hotel Santa Fe
Hotel Santa Fe
4 out of 5
1501 Paseo De Peralta, Santa Fe, NM
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$307 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
NZ$307
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Beautiful weather this trip. Front desk friendly. Room ready. No door to sink area of bathroom so light somewhat disruptive to individual still sleeping. Dining area lovely."

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2024

Hotel 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, Santa Fe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus 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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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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Vista Encantada

While Vista Encantada isn't home to many top sights, Santa Fe Plaza and Old Fort Marcy Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Vista Encantada

Downtown Santa Fe Travel Guide

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