Rancho Viejo Travel Guide
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.
Santa Fe Opera
Listen to the enchanting sounds of classic opera in an open-air theater with views of the Jemez Mountains, the sunset and the stars.
Meow Wolf
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Meow Wolf during your trip to Santa Fe. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this walkable area.
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.
Canyon Road
This charming road was once lined with typical adobe residences. Now art galleries, studios, restaurants and boutiques make it the most exclusive part of town.
Ski Santa Fe
Hit the slopes at Ski Santa Fe during your trip to Santa Fe. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Things to do
Meow Wolf's House of Eternal Return
A Self Guided Audio Tour of Madrid New Mexico Ghost Town
Santa Fe Historic Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Santa Fe: Meow Wolf The House of Eternal Return Ticket
Santa Fe: Canyon Road Art & History Walking Tour
Top hotels in Rancho Viejo
The Sage Hotel
Bathroom in room was the cleanest.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
La Fonda on the Plaza
Classic property right off the plaza. A little confusing navigating given the renovations, but the atmosphere and history was comfortable. Our room was spacious and the fitness center, while a bit small for the size of the property, well outfitted including a rower. Can't beat the location for strolling ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Eldorado Hotel & Spa
Staff was very helpful, everything went smoothly. There was an additional daily charge that didn't show up until you checked in/out, $35/day. It covered parking your vehicle whether you used it or not. A "hotel" charge.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder
Clean rooms, friendly staff great food
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
El Sendero Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Close to the central plaza of old town. Walking distance to great restaurants, lovely shops, and 3 gorgeous and historical churches.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hotel Glorieta
From the pictures online one would assume this is an upscale hotel, but pictures can be deceiving. The rooms, including the ceilings, are painted a very dark forest green and the lighting is completely inadequate. That goes for the bathroom as well. I had to use my phone's flashlight to find things ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rancho Viejo
Southside
Southside is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Meow Wolf and Greer Garson Theater Center, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santa Fe.
West Alameda
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West Alameda and surrounding area, you can visit Meow Wolf and International Museum of Collage, Assemblage & Construction.
Arroyo Chamisa
If you're spending some time in Arroyo Chamisa, Camel Rock Casino and Quail Run Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.
San Mateo
San Mateo might not have many top sights, but Recursos de Santa Fe and Santa Fe Children's Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Southeast Santa Fe
If you're spending some time in Southeast Santa Fe, Museum of International Folk Art and Santa Fe Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.
