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.
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.
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.
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.
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 lively bars and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Things to do
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
Santa Fe Self-Guided App-Based Walking Audio Tour
Top hotels in Rancho Viejo
Inn of the Governors
This Inn is so warm, cozy, beautiful and very welcoming from the first greeting at the reception desk, to seeing your amazing room complete soft beds, a sparkling bathroom and even a fireplace with wood, to your delicious individually prepared breakfast, to an afternoon sherry hour and games in the ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
The Sage Hotel
I appreciated the location, breakfast and staff response. I found the bed to be too hard and pillows too thick & lumpy. Bed lights wouldn't turn off and had to be unplugged to be turned off and the shower fan didn't work, which I reported to the front desk and they gave me an amenities refund. I ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hotel Santa Fe
Eldorado Hotel & Spa
Great
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel in Santa Fe
Fantastic hotel in the heart of Santa Fe. Loved the breakfast and happy hours. The staff was extremely friendly and attentive. Would 100% recommend and looking forward to coming back.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder
Room
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rancho Viejo
Southside
Southside is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Meow Wolf and International Museum of Collage, Assemblage & Construction, 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 Theaterwork Studio.
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 Symphony Orchestra and Chorus 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 Museum of Indian Arts and Culture are top sights worth seeing.
