Downtown Santa Fe Travel Guide
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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 family-friendly 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 State Capitol
After visiting New Mexico State Capitol, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Fe. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals.
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 Historic Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Santa Fe: Meow Wolf The House of Eternal Return Ticket
Santa Fe Ultimate History Walking Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Santa Fe
La Fonda on the Plaza
Clean, spacious and well decorated. We had a great experience!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Eldorado Hotel & Spa
Exceptional Customer Service. The room was spacious, clean and the king bed was comfortable. Dining options with room service, restaurant on site and next door restaurant in walking distance. It’s a luxury hotel downtown, great location to walk to the St. Francis Cathedral and shopping. They allowed ...
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Inn and Spa at Loretto
We had a couple of rooms and both were very good. One was looking at the Loretto Chapel
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel in Santa Fe
The staff was super friendly and helpful. Our room was very clean and the drinks at the bar on the first floor were fantastic!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
El Sendero Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Great
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Piñon Court By La Fonda
Exceeded expectations. Huge room with a kitchen sink, fridge, and microwave. Incredible breakfast with tons of options. Great location. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Santa Fe
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.
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 SITE Santa Fe while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
West Manhattan
West Manhattan might not have many top sights, but Santa Fe Railyard and SITE Santa Fe 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 Santuario De Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe.
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 New Mexico Military Museum are top sights worth seeing.
