Vista Encantada Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Vista Encantada
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.
Ski Santa Fe
Hit the slopes at Ski Santa Fe during your trip to Santa Fe. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Meow Wolf
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Meow Wolf during your trip to Santa Fe. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this walkable area.
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.
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: Meow Wolf The House of Eternal Return Ticket
Santa Fe Self-Guided App-Based Walking Audio Tour
Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery Tour and Tasting
Our pick of the best Vista Encantada Hotel Deals
Casa Encantado Sleeps 13
Beautiful property!! Appreciated that the host was accommodating to our group, allowing for early check-in!
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
The Sage Hotel
We had two rooms. One was missing a remote control. The other wasnt fully cleaned (we found a few things left from previous tenant). Overall, it served our needs of beds and showers during our Holiday travels. The women at the front desk were all verly kind.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
La Fonda on the Plaza
We enjoyed our stay at the La Fonda. The hotel is charming. The location is great! Loved walking out the door and being close to several shops and restaurants.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder
Nice and spacious room
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Eldorado Hotel & Spa
Great location and perfect pool for families
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Inn and Spa at Loretto
Location is great and the overall style and amenities of the hotel are great too. The lobby bar and lounge was good with great atmosphere. The hotel pool and spa were also excellent.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Vista Encantada
Northeast Santa Fe
While Northeast Santa Fe isn't home to many top sights, New Mexico Museum of Art and Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi are some notable places to visit nearby.
North Hills
While there might not be top attractions in North Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Randall Davey Audubon Center & Sanctuary and Canyon Road.
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 Harrell House of Natural Oddities and Bug Museum and Santuario De Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe.
Downtown Santa Fe
Visitors to Downtown Santa Fe rave about its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries. You might also want to make some time to see Santuario De Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe or Lensic Performing Arts Center while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Casa Solana
When in Casa Solana, you can plan a visit to Harrell House of Natural Oddities and Bug Museum and Santuario De Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
