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Entertainment
Meow Wolf creates immersive and interactive experiences that transport audiences of all ages into fantastic realms of story and exploration. This includes art installations, video and music production, and extended reality content.
423 locals recommend
Meow Wolf
1352 Rufina CirMeow Wolf creates immersive and interactive experiences that transport audiences of all ages into fantastic realms of story and exploration. This includes art installations, video and music production, and extended reality content.
Explore the wonders of the opera world as you experience this season's productions of the Santa Fe Opera and enjoy the exciting combination of music, theater, writing, art and dance. Program lectures will inform you about the composer, music, singers and the story of each work you experience. The season begins at the end of June and continues through August annually.
109 locals recommend
Santa Fe Opera
301 Opera DrExplore the wonders of the opera world as you experience this season's productions of the Santa Fe Opera and enjoy the exciting combination of music, theater, writing, art and dance. Program lectures will inform you about the composer, music, singers and the story of each work you experience. The season begins at the end of June and continues through August annually.
Boutique bowling lounge with billiards, darts, shuffleboard, bocce, arcade, and an amazing restaurant, El Sabor at The Alley
8 locals recommend
The Alley
153 Paseo De PeraltaBoutique bowling lounge with billiards, darts, shuffleboard, bocce, arcade, and an amazing restaurant, El Sabor at The Alley
Outdoor Activities
There is tons of hiking in and around Santa Fe. Your best bet is to check out All Trails which rates over 80 hiking trails in the area from easy to extreme. Some of our favorites are the Dale Ball Trail System, Picacho Peak, Rio en Medio, Borrego-Bear Wallow, and Big Tesuque. www.alltrails.com/us/new-mexico/santa-fe
69 locals recommend
Dale Ball Trails
There is tons of hiking in and around Santa Fe. Your best bet is to check out All Trails which rates over 80 hiking trails in the area from easy to extreme. Some of our favorites are the Dale Ball Trail System, Picacho Peak, Rio en Medio, Borrego-Bear Wallow, and Big Tesuque. www.alltrails.com/us/new-mexico/santa-fe
Just 15 miles up the road is Ski Santa Fe. Ski Santa Fe offers ski and snowboard rentals, lessons, and has two on mountain restaurants. There is even a bus if you don’t want to drive - Check the RTD Mountain Trail Route for more details.
163 locals recommend
Ski Santa Fe
1477 NM-475Just 15 miles up the road is Ski Santa Fe. Ski Santa Fe offers ski and snowboard rentals, lessons, and has two on mountain restaurants. There is even a bus if you don’t want to drive - Check the RTD Mountain Trail Route for more details.
Two hours door to door, this world-class mountain is rated one of the toughest in North America (but don’t be scared, there are plenty of greens and blues).
240 locals recommend
Taos Ski Valley
116 Sutton PlaceTwo hours door to door, this world-class mountain is rated one of the toughest in North America (but don’t be scared, there are plenty of greens and blues).
Mellow Velo is your one stop shop. It is less than a block from 219 East Marcy and can outfit you with bikes, helmets, etc. as well as maps of where to go.
11 locals recommend
Mellow Velo
132 E Marcy StMellow Velo is your one stop shop. It is less than a block from 219 East Marcy and can outfit you with bikes, helmets, etc. as well as maps of where to go.
There are plenty of whitewater rafting outfitters in Northern New Mexico. Our favorite is Far Flung Adventures. Tours are typically in the Rio Grande Gorge - either the Racecourse (1/2 day adventure) or the Taos Box (full day adventure).
23 locals recommend
Far Flung Adventures
15 NM-522There are plenty of whitewater rafting outfitters in Northern New Mexico. Our favorite is Far Flung Adventures. Tours are typically in the Rio Grande Gorge - either the Racecourse (1/2 day adventure) or the Taos Box (full day adventure).
Stop by High Desert Anglers at 460 Cerrillos Road to check out the latest in fly fishing gear or to book a private guide to explore the private waters in the Pecos River Valley and beyond.
High Desert Angler
460 Cerrillos RdStop by High Desert Anglers at 460 Cerrillos Road to check out the latest in fly fishing gear or to book a private guide to explore the private waters in the Pecos River Valley and beyond.
Marty Sanchez Links de Santa Fe is the City of Santa Fe's finest municipal golf course, offering inspirational views and all season golfing.
7 locals recommend
Marty Sanchez Links de Santa Fe Golf Course
205 Caja Del Rio RdMarty Sanchez Links de Santa Fe is the City of Santa Fe's finest municipal golf course, offering inspirational views and all season golfing.
The Santa Fe Botanical Garden celebrates, cultivates and conserves the rich botanical heritage and biodiversity of our region. In partnership with nature, we demonstrate our commitment through education, community service, presentation of the arts, and the sustainable management of our nature preserve and public garden.
37 locals recommend
Santa Fe Botanical Garden
715 Camino LejoThe Santa Fe Botanical Garden celebrates, cultivates and conserves the rich botanical heritage and biodiversity of our region. In partnership with nature, we demonstrate our commitment through education, community service, presentation of the arts, and the sustainable management of our nature preserve and public garden.
Museums
From concerts and lectures to workshops and exhibition openings, there is always something happening at the New Mexico Museum of Art!
99 locals recommend
New Mexico History Museum
113 Lincoln AveFrom concerts and lectures to workshops and exhibition openings, there is always something happening at the New Mexico Museum of Art!
The New Mexico History Museum, located on the historic plaza in downtown Santa Fe, tell New Mexico's story from prehistoric times to the present.
99 locals recommend
New Mexico History Museum
113 Lincoln AveThe New Mexico History Museum, located on the historic plaza in downtown Santa Fe, tell New Mexico's story from prehistoric times to the present.
The mission of the Museum of International Folk Art is to foster understanding of the traditional arts to illuminate human creativity and shape a humane world.
155 locals recommend
Museum of International Folk Art
706 Camino LejoThe mission of the Museum of International Folk Art is to foster understanding of the traditional arts to illuminate human creativity and shape a humane world.
The mission of the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture/Laboratory of Anthropology is to serve as a center of stewardship, knowledge, and understanding of the artistic, cultural, and intellectual achievements of the diverse peoples of the Native Southwest.
Museum of Indian Arts & Culture
710 Camino LejoThe mission of the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture/Laboratory of Anthropology is to serve as a center of stewardship, knowledge, and understanding of the artistic, cultural, and intellectual achievements of the diverse peoples of the Native Southwest.
To inspire all current and future generations, the Museum preserves, presents, and advances the artistic legacy of Georgia O’Keeffe and Modernism through innovative public engagement, education, and research.
212 locals recommend
Georgia O'Keeffe Museum
217 Johnson StTo inspire all current and future generations, the Museum preserves, presents, and advances the artistic legacy of Georgia O’Keeffe and Modernism through innovative public engagement, education, and research.
SITE Santa Fe is a non-profit contemporary arts organization. Since its founding, SITE Santa Fe has gained worldwide recognition through a series of biennial exhibitions that have featured numerous famous artists.
56 locals recommend
SITE Santa Fe
1606 Paseo De PeraltaSITE Santa Fe is a non-profit contemporary arts organization. Since its founding, SITE Santa Fe has gained worldwide recognition through a series of biennial exhibitions that have featured numerous famous artists.
New Mexico Museum of Art-Vladem Contemporary
Food scene
Voted one of the “Top Ten Farmers’ Markets” by Sunset Magazine, the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market is one of the oldest, largest, and most successful growers’ markets in the country. Serving more than 150 farmers and producers in 15 Northern New Mexico counties, the Market brings fresh food, education, and fun to our community and promotes small farms and sustainable agriculture in Northern New Mexico.
179 locals recommend
Santa Fe Farmers Market
1607 Paseo De PeraltaVoted one of the “Top Ten Farmers’ Markets” by Sunset Magazine, the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market is one of the oldest, largest, and most successful growers’ markets in the country. Serving more than 150 farmers and producers in 15 Northern New Mexico counties, the Market brings fresh food, education, and fun to our community and promotes small farms and sustainable agriculture in Northern New Mexico.
Local ingredients & distinct New Mexican flavors shine at this rustic-yet-elegant adobe restaurant.
39 locals recommend
La Casa Sena
125 East Palace AvenueLocal ingredients & distinct New Mexican flavors shine at this rustic-yet-elegant adobe restaurant.
Elegant eatery featuring local cuisine with Southwestern flair, cocktails & a rooftop bar.
85 locals recommend
Coyote Cafe & Rooftop Cantina
132 W Water StElegant eatery featuring local cuisine with Southwestern flair, cocktails & a rooftop bar.
Refined New American dishes served in a contemporary space with a garden-lined patio.
27 locals recommend
Restaurant Martin
526 Galisteo StRefined New American dishes served in a contemporary space with a garden-lined patio.
Eclectic New American fare served amid elegant, minimalist decor in a circa-1756 adobe home.
110 locals recommend
Geronimo
724 Canyon RdEclectic New American fare served amid elegant, minimalist decor in a circa-1756 adobe home.
Romantic French eatery featuring seasonal fare, vast wine list & twinkling white lights.
9 locals recommend
315 Restaurant and Wine Bar
315 Old Santa Fe TrailRomantic French eatery featuring seasonal fare, vast wine list & twinkling white lights.
Spanish small plates are paired with Mediterranean & South American wines at this refined venue.
94 locals recommend
La Boca
72 W Marcy StSpanish small plates are paired with Mediterranean & South American wines at this refined venue.
Lively, laid-back eatery doling out traditional pizzas, pastas & salads, plus beer & wine. Great for families!
13 locals recommend
Il Vicino Wood Oven Pizza - Santa Fe
321 W San Francisco StLively, laid-back eatery doling out traditional pizzas, pastas & salads, plus beer & wine. Great for families!
No-frills, diner-style eatery serving regional favorites, breakfast specials & famously hot chile. Best New Mexican food in Santa Fe!
44 locals recommend
Tia Sophia's
210 W San Francisco StNo-frills, diner-style eatery serving regional favorites, breakfast specials & famously hot chile. Best New Mexican food in Santa Fe!
Local go-to for classic Southwestern fare housed in a circa-1692 hacienda with a cantina-style bar.
160 locals recommend
The Shed Restaurant
113 1/2 E Palace AveLocal go-to for classic Southwestern fare housed in a circa-1692 hacienda with a cantina-style bar.
Gourmet burger spot serving meat & veggie patties, plus draft beers in a comfy setting with a patio.
7 locals recommend
The Burger Stand @ Burro Alley
207 W San Francisco StGourmet burger spot serving meat & veggie patties, plus draft beers in a comfy setting with a patio.
La Mama
SANTA FE BEES RESTAURANT
Neighborhoods
Nestled into the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Canyon Road is a magical half-mile in the Historic District of Santa Fe. Stroll this picturesque trail to experience fine art, great shopping, and exquisite dining any day of the week or make plans to attend one of our very special annual events.
215 locals recommend
Canyon Road
Canyon RoadNestled into the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Canyon Road is a magical half-mile in the Historic District of Santa Fe. Stroll this picturesque trail to experience fine art, great shopping, and exquisite dining any day of the week or make plans to attend one of our very special annual events.
Grocery & Specialty Food Stores
The only shop in downtown Santa Fe that sells fine wines, premium spirits and beers.
La Casa Sena Wine Shop
125 E Palace AveThe only shop in downtown Santa Fe that sells fine wines, premium spirits and beers.
Kaune's Neighborhood Market
511 Old Santa Fe TrailSmall locally owned gourmet grocery store
Whole Foods Market
753 Cerrillos RdLa Montañita Co-op Food Market - Santa Fe
913 W Alameda St