Vista Encantada 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.
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.
Meow Wolf
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Meow Wolf during your trip to Santa Fe. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral 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.
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.
Things to do
A Self Guided Audio Tour of Madrid New Mexico Ghost Town
Santa Fe Historic Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Meow Wolf's House of Eternal Return
Santa Fe: Meow Wolf The House of Eternal Return Ticket
Santa Fe: Canyon Road Art & History Walking Tour
Top hotels in Vista Encantada
La Fonda on the Plaza
My husband and I had a fantastic stay at La Fonda on the Plaza. The hotel is absolutely beautiful and full of character; it felt like we were staying in a living museum with all its unique art and ambiance. You can't beat the location; it's right in the historic plaza with easy walking access to ...
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
The Sage Hotel
Comfortable room, friendly staff, fantastic breakfast, reasonable price
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder
Our room had an old desk chair that looked like it had been there since the hotel opened. The shower had hair in the drain and there was hair on the shower door and on the shower wall-YUCK!!!
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Eldorado Hotel & Spa
What a beautiful property. Staff was very attentive and kind. Prime location.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Coyote South
I liked that the staff were friendly and the property felt safe and clean.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel in Santa Fe
Clean amenities
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Vista Encantada
Northeast Santa Fe
While Northeast Santa Fe isn't home to many top sights, New Mexico Museum of Art and Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi are some notable places to visit nearby.
North Hills
While there might not be top attractions in North Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Randall Davey Audubon Center & Sanctuary and Cross of the Martyrs.
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.
Downtown Santa Fe
Visitors to Downtown Santa Fe rave about its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries. You might also want to make some time to see Santuario De Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe or Lensic Performing Arts Center while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Casa Solana
When in Casa Solana, you can plan a visit to Harrell House of Natural Oddities and Bug Museum and Santuario De Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
