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Santa Fe downtown plaza with adobe buildings

Our Santa Fe local guide is full of our favorites: arts, outdoors, and day trips.

A curated guide to help you plan less and enjoy more during your time in Santa Fe.

Arts Experiences

Make something while you’re here
Artist shaping clay on pottery wheel in a studio

Paseo Pottery

A gallery, classes, and one‑time experiences including wheel throwing, painted pottery, and more.

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Molten glass heating in kiln at a glass studio

Liquid Light Glass

A gallery and events, with options to get hands‑on through private glass making classes.

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Glass blowing demonstration at glass studio

Prairie Dog Glass

Design your own glass blowing experience and learn to create bowls, vases, ornaments, and more.

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Iconic Santa Fe Picks

Don't-miss Santa Fe
Colorful immersive art hallway

Meow Wolf

An immersive, playful, and wildly creative art experience filled with hidden rooms, interactive installations, and unexpected moments that make it one of Santa Fe’s most talked-about attractions.

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Gallery wall

Canyon Road Galleries

A legendary stretch of adobe-lined streets featuring dozens of galleries, sculpture gardens, and studios, perfect for a relaxed afternoon of art browsing and Southwest charm.

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Driving through historic Santa Fe downtown streets

The Plaza + Railyard

The historic heart of Santa Fe, where you can explore local shops, restaurants, museums, and markets, then stroll to the Railyard for contemporary art and a lively community vibe.

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Did you know?

Santa Fe is "The Graceland" for Game of Thrones Fans
Santa Fe has been home to George RR Martin (the famous author of the Game of Thrones series) since 1979. In that time, he has put his own stamp on the city through multiple businesses and experiences, serving as one of the most influential champions of Santa Fe arts and culture.

Markets + Culture

Buy directly from makers
Turquoise jewelry display

Railyard Artisan Market

This year-round Sunday market is the perfect place to browse art, jewelry, home goods, and other handcrafted gifts from local artisans.

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Fresh farmers market produce

Railyard Farmers Market

A go-to spot for fresh produce, bread, honey, and other local agricultural products. Held year-round on Saturdays and seasonally on Tuesdays.

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Dream catchers displayed at artisan booth

SWAIA Santa Fe Indian Market

The world’s largest and most prestigious Indigenous art market, showcasing over 1,000 artists from more than 200 Tribal Nations. Held annually in August.

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Outdoors + Wellness

High desert air, mountain views, and hot water
Outdoor hot spring soaking pool

Hot Springs Picks

  • Ojo Caliente - Historic mineral springs known for their healing, sulfur-free waters.

  • 10,000 Waves - Japanese-style wooded escape featuring private hot tubs, spa, and onsite dining.

Ojo Caliente
10,000 Waves
Hiking trail near Taos, New Mexico with desert and mountain views

Hiking

Take advantage of this premier hiking destination with trails ranging from arid, lower-elevation foothills to dense aspen groves and alpine scenery.

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National Forest
Skier in Action

Skiing (Seasonal)

  • Ski Santa Fe - 1,725 vertical feet of terrain just 16 miles from the Santa Fe Plaza.

  • Taos Ski Valley - Ski in the heart of The Enchanted Circle.

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Taos Ski Valley

Bikes + Guided Rides

See "The City Different" on two wheels
Bicycle Repair Activity

Routes Bicycle Tours & Rentals

Rentals and guided tours in Santa Fe (plus repair support).

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Mountain biker overlooking the landscape

Santa Fe Mountain Bike Tours

Guided rides, coaching, and rentals (including River Trail/Rail Trail options).

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Family/Rainy-Day Ideas

Great when the weather turns
Children playing with puppets

Santa Fe Children’s Museum

Hands-on kids' museum features a climbing wall, a garden, puppet stage, and interactive classes.

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Indoor climbing wall

LiggettVille Indoor Ropes/Climbing

Indoor amusement center including a multilevel ropes course, zip rails, and climbing walls.

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Day Trips

Small towns with big character
Handcrafted turquoise jewelry

Madrid (Turquoise Trail)

A former mining town turned eclectic arts community, with galleries, cafes, and studios along the Turquoise Trail.

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El Santuario de Chimayó church on day trip from Santa Fe

Chimayó (High Road)

A historic mountain town known for traditional weaving and Spanish colonial heritage. Come for quiet, beauty, and deep roots.

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Historic Las Vegas, New Mexico

Las Vegas, NM (Santa Fe Trail)

A historic plaza town with beautifully preserved Victorian-era buildings, old hotels, and an easy downtown stroll that feels like stepping back in time.

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Scenic Taos, New Mexico vista with mountain and mesa views

Taos (Pueblo + Art Scene)

A high-desert arts hub with deep cultural roots. Visit Taos Pueblo, explore galleries and museums, and take in big mountain-and-mesa views.

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Ready to explore all Santa Fe has to offer?

Staying at Casa Calabaza means easy access to everything in our Santa Fe local guide.

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