Downtown Santa Fe
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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 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.
Lensic Performing Arts Center
Enjoy a stop at Lensic Performing Arts Center, an entertaining place to visit in Santa Fe. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
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.
Things to do
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
New Mexico Audio Tours Bundle: Self-Guided Drive and Walk
Stained Glass Class - Hidden Santa Fe Gem
Top hotels in Downtown Santa Fe
La Fonda on the Plaza
Absolutely fabulous and Expedia saved a ton
Reviewed on 23 Feb, 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel in Santa Fe
Location within walking near St Francis Cathedral and plaza delighted. Generous food buffets with plenty of choices satisfied. In our five nights, the menu rotated and repeated so two nights were the same…this was minor, yet would be good to know up front. Staff everywhere always made us feel welcome…they ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar, 2026
Inn and Spa at Loretto
Great hotel, amazing location, comfortable and quiet room
Reviewed on 2 Mar, 2026
El Sendero Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel
The location was perfect to downtown and next to very historic building buildings
Reviewed on 3 Mar, 2026
Hotel Santa Fe
This hotel was wonderful! Friendly and accomodating staff. The restaurant was handy; and the food and service were great. Rooms were clean and beds were comfortable. And the location of the hotel was so convenient to sites and activities in Santa Fe. Highly recommend!!!
Reviewed on 2 Mar, 2026
Eldorado Hotel & Spa
Great amenities like the pool, hot tub and covered parking. Helpful and courteous staff. Good food and beverage plus service. Perfect location in Santa Fe, very walkable. Highly recommended by us, thanks.
Reviewed on 28 Feb, 2026
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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.
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 Manhattan
West Manhattan might not have many top sights, but Santa Fe Railyard and Harrell House of Natural Oddities and Bug Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Georgia O'Keefe 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 Santa Fe Children's Museum are top sights worth seeing.
