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 lively festivals and acclaimed art galleries in this family-friendly 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 State Capitol
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.
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.
Activities
Santa Fe: Meow Wolf The House of Eternal Return Ticket
Santa Fe Farmers Market & Railyard Food Tour
Santa Fe Self-Guided App-Based Walking Audio Tour
Explore Santa Fe's Old Town & the Museum of Art: Private Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown Santa Fe Hotel Deals
Hotel Santa Fe
Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025
El Sendero Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection
Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025
Inn and Spa at Loretto
Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025
Eldorado Hotel & Spa
Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025
Piñon Court By La Fonda
Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025
La Fonda on the Plaza
Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Santa Fe
Guadalupe District
If you're spending some time in Guadalupe District, Santa Fe Railyard and Santa Fe Farmers Market are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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 The Harrell House of Natural Oddities and Bug Museum.
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.
South Capitol
If you're spending some time in South Capitol, Center for Contemporary Arts and New Mexico Military Museum are top sights worth seeing.