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 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.
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
Top hotels in Downtown Santa Fe
Eldorado Hotel & Spa
The Poo/hot tubsl and the location were the two best features of the hotel.
Reviewed on 14 Apr, 2026
Inn of the Governors
We absolutely love this place! You will not be disappointed! Breakfast was right on point, whole property was beautiful!
Reviewed on 17 Apr, 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel in Santa Fe
Had everything I needed for a perfect stay.
Reviewed on 18 Apr, 2026
Hotel Santa Fe
Room was clean and quiet. The onsite restaurant and bar were relaxing and they had excellent enchiladas and coconut mojitos! Close to shopping with shuttle service available. Would definitely recommend.
Reviewed on 18 Apr, 2026
La Fonda on the Plaza
Didn’t dine in the restaurant
Reviewed on 16 Apr, 2026
Hotel Chimayo de Santa Fe
The location of this hotel is within walking distance of the downtown area. We parked our car in the underground garage and walked everywhere. Parking in a protected area was a plus for us since parking on the street can be risky. Our room was clean, comfortable, and so quiet. We enjoyed coffee and ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr, 2026
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 New Mexico State Capitol 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, Santa Fe Children's Museum and Center for Contemporary Arts are top sights worth seeing.
