Things to Do in Santa Fe
50 curated spots from Santa Fe itineraries
Activities & Attractions
30 curated experiences
Canyon Road Art Galleries
Private stroll with sommelier-led wine tasting at select galleries.
2h · $0 or Private $300+
Canyon Road Free Explore Time
Spend a couple of hours browsing whichever galleries, courtyards, and side streets appeal most.
2h · Free to browse
Canyon Road Gallery Stroll
Walk the adobe-lined street of galleries and sculpture gardens, popping into a few that catch your eye.
2h · Free to browse
Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi
Visit the Romanesque-style cathedral just off the plaza; step inside for the stained glass and quiet interior.
45m · Free
Georgia O'Keeffe Museum
Tour modernist masterpieces and her Abiquiu home via private guide.
1h 30m · $25 or Private Tour $500+
Gruet Winery Santa Fe Tasting Room (or similar in-town tasting room)
Sample New Mexico sparkling wines and other varietals in a relaxed tasting-room setting.
1h 15m · $18-30
Loretto Chapel
Small Gothic-style chapel known for its "miraculous" spiral staircase; compact but photogenic stop.
45m · $5-10
Loretto Chapel and San Miguel Chapel
Visit the famous Loretto Chapel with its 'miraculous' spiral staircase, then walk a few minutes to San Miguel, one of the oldest churches in the U.S.
1h 15m · $5-10 donation
Meow Wolf's House of Eternal Return
Interactive art wonderland with hidden rooms and narratives to explore together.
2h · $40 pp
Museum Hill Plaza & Overlook
Enjoy the broad plaza, sculpture garden, and city/mountain views even if you only pick one museum to enter.
2h · Free plaza; $12-15 per museum
New Mexico Museum of Art
Explore regional art in an early Pueblo Revival building with a peaceful courtyard.
1h 30m · $12-15New Mexico Museum of Art & Georgia O’Keeffe Museum (Exteriors and Nearby)
Explore the New Mexico Museum of Art’s iconic adobe building and, time permitting, visit the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum a short walk away.
2h 30m · $15-30 (combined, depending on tickets)Palace of the Governors & Portal Native Art Vendors
See the historic adobe building and browse jewelry and crafts sold directly by Native artisans along the shaded portal.
1h · Free to browse; purchases extra
Private Ten Thousand Waves Spa
VIP onsen soaking, couples massage, and sake tasting in Japanese baths.
3h · $500+ for couple
Randall Davey Audubon Center & Santa Fe Canyon Preserve
Walk easy nature trails among piñon-juniper woodland with views and birdlife just outside town.
2h · Donation or Free
Santa Fe Canyon Preserve & Dale Ball Trails (Hiking)
Short drive to easy-to-moderate trails through piñon-juniper forest and foothills overlooking Santa Fe; look for birds and desert wildlife.
2h 30m · Free
Santa Fe Farmers' Market & Artisan Vendors
Check the schedule and stroll through stalls of local produce, chile, baked goods, and crafts in and around the Farmers’ Market Pavilion.
1h 30m · Free to enter (shopping extra)
Santa Fe Opera
VIP box seats for open-air performance with pre-show dinner.
4h · $300+ pp
Santa Fe Plaza
Stroll the central square, browse shops around the plaza, and get your first feel for the city layout and architecture.
1h 30m · Free
Santa Fe Plaza & Palace of the Governors
Private historical tour, artisan shopping, and adobe architecture wander.
1h 30m · $0 or Private $400+Santa Fe Plaza & Palace of the Governors Area
Stroll the historic Plaza, admire surrounding adobe architecture, and browse the Native artisan jewelry vendors under the Palace of the Governors portal.
1h 30m · Free (shopping extra)
Santa Fe Plaza Nightlife Sampler
After dinner, check out a nearby bar or lounge for live music or a relaxed drink to toast the end of your trip.
1h 30m · $10-25 (drinks)Santa Fe Plaza Shopping & Free Explore
Use the afternoon to browse remaining shops, galleries, and crafts vendors around the Plaza and side streets for last-minute gifts.
2h · Free (shopping extra)
Santa Fe Railyard Evening Explore
Wander the redeveloped Railyard with its public art, benches, and occasional evening events, checking out galleries and shops if still open.
1h · Free (shopping extra)
Santa Fe Railyard Galleries & Free Explore Time
Wander nearby galleries, design shops, and public art, leaving time to browse whatever catches your eye.
1h 30m · Free (shopping extra)
Santa Fe Railyard Park & Plaza
Stroll the landscaped park, sit on benches, and explore the surrounding redeveloped warehouse district.
1h 30m · Free
Santa Fe School of Cooking (class)
Join a hands-on or demo-style class focused on New Mexican dishes like tamales and enchiladas.
2h 30m · $75-130
SITE Santa Fe
Contemporary art space with rotating exhibitions inside a striking modern building.
1h 15m · $10-15
Sunset Hot Air Balloon Ride
Private champagne flight over Sangre de Cristo Mountains.
1h · $800+ for couple
Wheelwright Museum of the American Indian (or Museum of Indian Arts & Culture)
Focus on Native art and culture in an architecturally interesting building overlooking the city.
1h 30m · $12-15Restaurants & Food
20 local favorites
Dolina Bakery & Café
Eastern European–influenced café serving excellent pastries, coffee, and hearty breakfasts.
1h 15m · $15-22 per person
The Shed
Classic New Mexican institution in an old adobe just off the Plaza; try the red chile enchiladas and a bowl of posole.
1h · $15-25 per person
Tune-Up Café
Cozy neighborhood spot with New Mexican and Latin-influenced dishes plus good coffee.
1h 15m · $15-22 per person
Cafe Pasqual's
Organic New Mexican spot with handmade tortillas, posole, and spicy margaritas.
1h 15m · $50-90 per person
Café Pasqual's
Cozy, colorful café just off the Plaza; order the smoked trout hash or a breakfast burrito with Christmas chile.
1h · $18-25 per person
Café Pasqual’s
Colorful café with creative, organic-leaning New Mexican and Mexican breakfasts and great coffee.
1h 15m · $18-25 per person
Clafoutis
French bakery-café offering pastries, quiches, and light breakfasts near central Santa Fe.
1h · $10-18 per person
Counter Culture Café
Casual, artsy café with large portions, sandwiches, salads, and baked goods.
1h · $12-18 per person
Coyote Cantina (Rooftop)
Casual rooftop cantina above Coyote Café with small plates, tacos, and cocktails overlooking downtown.
1h 30m · $18-28 per person
Del Charro
Casual saloon-style spot with a big covered patio; order the green chile cheeseburger and strong budget-friendly margaritas.
1h 30m · $15-22 per person (food)
Geronimo
Fine-but-comfortable Southwestern-influenced restaurant in a historic adobe house; reservations recommended.
2h · $40-55 per person
Iconik Coffee Roasters (Lena Street)
Industrial-chic roastery with quality coffee, breakfast burritos, and light pastries.
45m · $10-15 per person
La Boca
Spanish-style tapas bar with good wines and shareable plates, just a short walk from the plaza.
2h · $30-50 per person
La Casa Sena
Courtyard patio dining with live music, fresh local fare like lobster tamales and champagne brunch.
1h 30m · $80-150 per person
La Choza
Sister restaurant to The Shed with a more local feel; get carne adovada, chile rellenos, and sopaipillas.
1h 15m · $15-25 per person
La Plazuela at La Fonda
Dining in a glass-roofed courtyard inside a historic hotel; mix of New Mexican and Southwestern dishes.
1h 30m · $28-45 per person
Plaza Café Downtown
Classic diner-style spot on the Plaza serving New Mexican breakfasts and American staples.
1h · $10-18 per person
Santa Fe Farmers’ Market (food stalls and snacks)
Graze on tamales, pastries, coffee, and local produce from various vendors (best on market days like Saturday).
1h 30m · $10-20 per person
Santa Fe School of Cooking (tasting/lunch within class)
Enjoy the dishes prepared during class as your main mid-day meal.
30m · Included in class fee
Sazón
Award-winning modern Native American cuisine with red chile innovations and wine flights.
2h · $120-200 per person