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Santa Fe Travel Guide

Tours

Tours

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From the nearby rivers, to the surrounding mountains, and from the pueblos to the ancient heart of the city itself, Santa Fe offers literally hundreds of tour opportunities, here are just a few.

Santa Fe Plaza Tour the historic La Fonda Hotel, then explore the vibrant Santa Fe Plaza, where you'll find the massive St. Francis Cathedral. Across the street is the Institute of American Indian Arts Museum. Browse the artwork there, then dine at the Old House Restaurant.

New Mexico Museum of Art Located in the Santa Fe Plaza is the historic Palace of the Governors, which contains a musem. Beneath its portal, Native American artisans spread their handcrafts out for visitors to buy. Nearby is the New Mexico Museum of Art, which displays artifacts, paintings and photographs. Just outside the Plaza are many fabulous restaurants, such as the Palace Restaurant and Saloon and the Ore House on the Plaza.

Center for Contemporary Arts Santa Fe Downtown Santa Fe also offers many things to do. Catch a show at the Santa Fe Playhouse, browse the offerings at the Center for Contemporary Arts Santa Fe, then grab lunch at Cafe Dominic or indulge in something sweet at the French Pastry Shop. Nearby Site Santa Fe focuses on local art by up and coming artists.

Canyon Road Visit the many galleries along Canyon Road, such as Running Ridge Gallery, Thirteen Moons Gallery and Waxlander Gallery. Nearby is the city's oldest restaurant, El Farol and the James A Little Theater.

Traditional Spanish Market In the area around the Santa Fe Plaza, you'll find the Traditional Spanish Market and the Sanbusco Market Center, both of which feature handmade products from Native American merchants. The Georgia O'Keeffe Museum and the San Miguel Mission are also nearby. When you're through admiring the art and architecture, grab a bite at The Pink Adobe.

Self-guided tour opportunities abound in and around Santa Fe, but a number of reputable companies offer well-interpreted walking, or riding tours of the area.

Walking Tours Historic Walks of Santa Fe (+1 505 986 8388) Palace of the Governors Historical Walks (+1 505 827 7941 ) Desert Trail (+1 505 466 2310) Santa Fe Detours (+1 505 983 5637/ http://www.sfdetours.com/ )

Bus Tours Rojo Tours ( +1 505 474 8333/ http://www.rojotours.com ) Sandia Shuttle Express ( +1 505 474 5696/ http://www.sandiashuttle.com/ )

Adventure Tours Santa Fe Rafting Company & Outfitters ( +1 800 467 7238/ http://www.santaferafting.com/ ) Outback Tours & Charters ( +1 888 772 3274/ http://www.vacationhomesantafe.com/ )2008-08-02T07:29:22.000 411

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