Downtown Santa Fe Travel Guide
Santa Fe
Visit Downtown Santa Fe
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 acclaimed art galleries 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 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.
Lensic Performing Arts Center
You can enjoy a show at Lensic Performing Arts Center during your trip to Santa Fe. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Meow Wolf's House of Eternal Return
Santa Fe: Meow Wolf The House of Eternal Return Ticket
Santa Fe Historic Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Santa Fe: Canyon Road Art & History Walking Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Santa Fe
La Fonda on the Plaza
hot tub was closed at 4pm didnt know about free breakfast, ate at french creperie
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Eldorado Hotel & Spa
Courteous staff and great hotel
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Inn and Spa at Loretto
Yes … staff was excellent Outstanding
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel in Santa Fe
Great location, amenities, and amazing staff!
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
El Sendero Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Room was spotless and very centralized. Coffee maker and refrigerator in room. I would recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Piñon Court By La Fonda
We enjoyed the large room, the fireplace and comfortable bed. The location was very good. The breakfast was one of the best hotel breakfast I have had in the US.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
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 Santuario De Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe 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 New Mexico Military Museum are top sights worth seeing.
