Downtown Santa Fe Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Downtown Santa Fe
New Mexico Museum of Art showing a house and art
Santa Fe Plaza which includes a house and street scenes
Downtown Santa Fe
Santa Fe Plaza showing a church or cathedral, religious aspects and street scenes

Popular places to visit

Santa Fe Plaza showing a church or cathedral, religious aspects and street scenes

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
Loretto Chapel featuring a church or cathedral

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
Santa Fe Railyard

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 family-friendly area.

Santa Fe Railyard
Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious aspects

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
New Mexico State Capitol

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 lively festivals and fascinating museums.

New Mexico State Capitol
Lensic Performing Arts Center

Lensic Performing Arts Center

You can enjoy a show at Lensic Performing Arts Center during your trip to Santa Fe. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Lensic Performing Arts Center

Activities

Santa Fe Scenic

Santa Fe Scenic

AU$153
per adult
Santa Fe Scenic
Santa Fe: Meow Wolf's House of Eternal Return Ticket

Santa Fe: Meow Wolf The House of Eternal Return Ticket

AU$71
per adult
Santa Fe: Meow Wolf The House of Eternal Return Ticket
New Mexico Tours Bundle: Self-Guided Drive and Walk

New Mexico Audio Tours Bundle: Self-Guided Drive and Walk

AU$40
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
New Mexico Audio Tours Bundle: Self-Guided Drive and Walk
Eating at local hidden gems while enjoying historical views!

New Mexican Flavors Food Tour of the Santa Fe Plaza

AU$289
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
New Mexican Flavors Food Tour of the Santa Fe Plaza
Welcome to Old Santa Fe

Santa Fe Ultimate History Walking Tour

AU$201
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Santa Fe Ultimate History Walking Tour
Santa Fe Farmers Market & Railyard Food Tour

Santa Fe Farmers Market & Railyard Food Tour

AU$329
per adult
Santa Fe Farmers Market & Railyard Food Tour
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Our pick of the best Downtown Santa Fe Hotel Deals

Eldorado Hotel & Spa
Eldorado Hotel & Spa
4 out of 5
309 W San Francisco Street, Santa Fe, NM
The price is AU$604 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$604
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 hot tubs, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel in a prime downtown location. Easily walkable to all of Santa Fe’s attractions. Comfortable beds and very attentive staff. Highly recommended!"

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Eldorado Hotel & Spa
Piñon Court By La Fonda
Piñon Court By La Fonda
3 out of 5
201 Montezuma Ave, Santa Fe, NM
The price is AU$320 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$320
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy free breakfast, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,017 reviews)
"Second time we have stayed, been happy with the accommodations both times."

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

Piñon Court By La Fonda
Hotel Santa Fe
Hotel Santa Fe
4 out of 5
1501 Paseo De Peralta, Santa Fe, NM
The price is AU$339 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$339
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
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 restaurant and the bar ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Stay here every time we are in Santa Fe Dog friendly and close to town"

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Hotel Santa Fe
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 AU$508 per night from 21 July to 22 July
AU$508
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this historic hotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice and beautiful hotel, you can tell that it is a 5 star hotel, will be back 😀."

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

La Fonda on the Plaza
Inn and Spa at Loretto
Inn and Spa at Loretto
4 out of 5
211 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$766 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$766
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
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 restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Amazing for families and dogs
"Family friendly, great food, incredibly convenient, super relaxing pool. This is our go to in Santa Fe"

Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025

Inn and Spa at Loretto
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 AU$303 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$303
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,274 reviews)
"Great experience. Friendly staff and a beautiful old building."

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

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

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Guadalupe District

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

Guadalupe District
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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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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 SITE Santa Fe while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Railyard Arts District
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West Guadaloupe

While West Guadaloupe may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Santa Fe Plaza and Georgia O'Keefe Museum.

West Guadaloupe
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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.

Don Diego
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South Capitol

If you're spending some time in South Capitol, New Mexico Military Museum and Center for Contemporary Arts are top sights worth seeing.

South Capitol

Downtown Santa Fe Travel Guide

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