San Mateo Travel Guide
Santa Fe
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 San Mateo
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Fe
Staff were friendly and helpful! Room was clean and comfortable!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
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
Other neighbourhoods around San Mateo
South Capitol
If you're spending some time in South Capitol, Center for Contemporary Arts and Santa Fe Children's Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Railyard Arts District
Art galleries, shopping and spas highlight some of the noteworthy features of Railyard Arts District. Make a stop by Santa Fe Railyard or Santa Fe Farmers Market while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Arroyo Chamisa
If you're spending some time in Arroyo Chamisa, Camel Rock Casino and Quail Run Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.
West Manhattan
West Manhattan might not have many top sights, but Santa Fe Railyard and Harrell House of Natural Oddities and Bug Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Guadalupe District
If you're spending some time in Guadalupe District, Santa Fe Railyard and Santa Fe Farmers Market are top sights worth seeing.
