San Mateo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Meow Wolf
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Meow Wolf during your trip to Santa Fe. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this walkable area.
Ski Santa Fe
Hit the slopes at Ski Santa Fe during your trip to Santa Fe. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
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.
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.
Activities
Meow Wolf's House of Eternal Return
Santa Fe Self-Guided App-Based Walking Audio Tour
Santa Fe: Meow Wolf The House of Eternal Return Ticket
Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery Tour and Tasting
Our pick of the best San Mateo Hotel Deals
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Fe
Staff were friendly and helpful! Room was clean and comfortable!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
La Fonda on the Plaza
Absolutely fabulous and Expedia saved a ton
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel in Santa Fe
Great place to stay
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Inn and Spa at Loretto
The Hotel was amazing - the rooms, staff and amenities were on point. Plenty of nice shops in the hotel and right next door to the Loretto Chapel.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
El Sendero Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel
It was ok, but the room had a certain smell to it - which gave me a headache
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
The Sage Hotel
Always a great place to stay- fantastic staff, nicely and thoughtfully designed rooms, great pricing. Thanks again!
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around San Mateo
South Capitol
If you're spending some time in South Capitol, Center for Contemporary Arts and Santa Fe Children's Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Don Diego
If you're spending some time in Don Diego, Santa Fe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus and Santa Fe Climbing Gym are top sights worth seeing.
Railyard Arts District
Art galleries, shopping and spas highlight some of the noteworthy features of Railyard Arts District. Make a stop by Santa Fe Railyard or Santa Fe Farmers Market while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Arroyo Chamisa
If you're spending some time in Arroyo Chamisa, Camel Rock Casino and Quail Run Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.
West Manhattan
West Manhattan might not have many top sights, but Santa Fe Railyard and Harrell House of Natural Oddities and Bug Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Guadalupe District
If you're spending some time in Guadalupe District, Santa Fe Railyard and Santuario De Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe are top sights worth seeing.
