Downtown Santa Fe Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Downtown Santa Fe
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.

Santa Fe Railyard
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.

Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi
Take a tour of this 19th-century church in the center of Santa Fe to see its statues and brightly colored stained-glass windows.

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.

Lensic Performing Arts Center
Enjoy a stop at Lensic Performing Arts Center, an entertaining place to visit in Santa Fe. Experience the area's lively festivals and fascinating museums.
Activities

Meow Wolf's House of Eternal Return

Santa Fe: Meow Wolf The House of Eternal Return Ticket

Santa Fe Self-Guided App-Based Walking Audio Tour

Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery Tour and Tasting

Santa Fe: Canyon Road Art & History Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown Santa Fe Hotel Deals

La Fonda on the Plaza
We had a lovely stay at La Fonda! The location was perfect and we enjoyed everything there was to do and see in the Plaza area. We loved our room with a beautiful view of the church and a very comfortable bed. The staff were welcoming and knowledgeable. Our quick trip to Santa Fe was just what we ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

Eldorado Hotel & Spa
Location was perfect! Pool was nice & our bed was very comfortable
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026

El Sendero Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel
The hotel is in a great location. Very clean rooms. Parking is at a reasonable price. The mattress is not good for people with back problems
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026

Inn and Spa at Loretto
Centrally located and historical provenance
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

Hotel Chimayo de Santa Fe
We always love the Chimayo as it has everything we need, location, parking provided, pleasant staff, great restaurant, wonderful quite amibiance.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel in Santa Fe
530 happy hour is great
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

