Downtown Santa Fe Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Santa Fe Plaza
You can learn more about the history of Santa Fe when you make a stop at a well-known site such as Santa Fe Plaza. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
Loretto Chapel
Find out about the history of Santa Fe when you take a trip to Loretto Chapel. Discover the area's entertainment choices and stunning cathedral.
Santa Fe Railyard
During your visit to Santa Fe, you can do some window-shopping at Santa Fe Railyard. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed art galleries in this family-friendly area.
Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi
You can find out about the history of Santa Fe with a trip to Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Palace of the Governors
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Palace of the Governors in Santa Fe. Experience the area's entertainment choices and lively festivals.
Lensic Performing Arts Center
Enjoy a stop at Lensic Performing Arts Center, an entertaining place to visit in Santa Fe. Experience the area's lively festivals and fascinating museums.
Top hotels in Downtown Santa Fe
La Fonda on the Plaza
"As always the hotel and restaurant did not disappoint us. We had a great stay a day will come to La Fonda again."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Eldorado Hotel & Spa
"Beautiful stay, everything was perfect!"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Piñon Court By La Fonda
"This was a great place to stay and within walking distance of the town plaza which is a must and doable but further walk to all the Canyon Road galleries etc. It’s only 2 stories but no elevator so if you overpacked you may want to request a ground floor plus no pool. The “included” breakfast was ..."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel in Santa Fe
"This hotel is in the perfect location for seeing Santa Fe. Also, the staff was incredibly welcoming, friendly, and helpful! Loved the breakfast, kickback event, and rooftop pool and hot tub."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
El Sendero Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel
"Comfortable motel. Bathroom is updated. Great location."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Inn and Spa at Loretto
"Very friendly staff. Great for dog as it is across from s green space. They gave the dog a toy and poop bags. Close walk to plaza. Lovely hotel."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Santa Fe
Historic Eastside
While visiting Historic Eastside, you might make a stop by sights like Canyon Road and Nedra Matteucci Galleries.
Southside
Southside is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Meow Wolf and Regal Santa Fe Place, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santa Fe.
Northeast Santa Fe
While Northeast Santa Fe isn't home to many top sights, Santa Fe Plaza and New Mexico Museum of Art are some notable places to visit nearby.
Tesuque
Tesuque is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shidoni Foundry and Glenn Green Galleries & Sculpture Garden.
North Hills
While there might not be top attractions in North Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Santa Fe Plaza and Canyon Road.
