Santa Fe Things to Do

A gambling den once occupied the space where the Palace restaurant now stands, and the owners have taken great pains to maintain its Old West look and feel. The menu features gourmet Italian dishes like Saltinbocca al Romana (s... more

"Riding the old Santa Fe" always referred to riding the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe railroad. Ironically, the main route of the AT&SF bypassed Santa Fe, which probably forestalled some development for the capital... more

The museum features artists who represent traditions from Hispano/Latino cultures. The Museum opened to the public in 1953 and is now home to the world's largest collection of folk art! The collection of more than 130,000 artif... more

Santa Fe's most extensive tour-booking agency accommodates almost all travelers' tastes, from bus and rail tours to river rafting, backpacking, and cross-country skiing. The agency can also facilitate hotel reservations,... more

This cemetery sits on a scenic hillside overlooking much of Santa Fe. The rows of white crosses climbing the perfectly manicured lawns are truly a sight to behold. This was originally the cemetery for Fort Marcy. The oldest gra... more

This wilderness area was designated in 1933 and has remained pristine, scenic and enchanting. Truchas Peak, the second highest mountain peak in New Mexico, is located in Pecos Wilderness and is a challenging climb. Along the Pe... more

This original neighborhood bar of the Canyon Road artists' quarter (its name means "the lantern") is the place to head for local ambience. Its low ceilings and dark-brown walls are home to Santa Fe's largest and most unu... more

This is an excellent example of Spanish Colonial architecture with adobe walls that measure three to five feet thick. Built in the late 1700s, the building has been restored to its original glory. Mass is still held here once a... more

During the 1680 Pueblo Revolt, 21 Franciscan Friars died in the fight between the natives and the Spanish. A single white cross sits on a terraced hill overlooking Santa Fe to honor those holy men. The path that leads up to the... more

Displayed throughout a graceful pueblo-style building, the works here are so fine you'll feel as though you're in a museum. You'll find 19th-, 20th-, and 21st-century American painting and sculpture, featuring the art of... more