Downtown Santa Fe Travel Guide
Santa Fe
Visit Downtown 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.
Santa Fe Railyard
During your visit to Santa Fe, you can do some window-shopping at Santa Fe Railyard. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this family-friendly area.
Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi
Take a tour of this 19th-century church in the center of Santa Fe to see its statues and brightly colored stained-glass windows.
New Mexico State Capitol
After visiting New Mexico State Capitol, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Fe. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals.
Lensic Performing Arts Center
You can enjoy a show at Lensic Performing Arts Center during your trip to Santa Fe. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Santa Fe: Meow Wolf The House of Eternal Return Ticket
Santa Fe Self-Guided App-Based Walking Audio Tour
New Mexico Audio Tours Bundle: Self-Guided Drive and Walk
Top hotels in Downtown Santa Fe
La Fonda on the Plaza
Very nice hotel with a long history.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Inn and Spa at Loretto
Wonderful stay! Beautiful hotel with friendly helpful staff!
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel in Santa Fe
Great location. Incredibly friendly and helpful staff. Nice breakfast. Fun "kick back" happy hour with free drinks every evening. Very clean, polished, and professional. The only thing we didn't love was the mattress. It was super "bouncy". We had a king bed and felt every moment each other made ...
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
El Sendero Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel
The room was clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Eldorado Hotel & Spa
Cleanliness of rooms excellent staff
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Piñon Court By La Fonda
All was good. Breakfast, room, daily cleaning and particularly convenient location. Also nice other guests.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Santa Fe
Guadalupe District
If you're spending some time in Guadalupe District, Santa Fe Railyard and Santa Fe Farmers Market are top sights worth seeing.
West Manhattan
West Manhattan might not have many top sights, but Santa Fe Railyard and SITE Santa Fe are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 SITE Santa Fe while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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 Santa Fe Plaza and Harrell House of Natural Oddities and Bug Museum.
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.
South Capitol
If you're spending some time in South Capitol, New Mexico Military Museum and Center for Contemporary Arts are top sights worth seeing.
