Rancho Viejo
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.
Meow Wolf
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Meow Wolf during your trip to Santa Fe. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this walkable area.
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.
Ski Santa Fe
Hit the slopes at Ski Santa Fe during your trip to Santa Fe. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
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.
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.
Things to do
Meow Wolf's House of Eternal Return
Santa Fe Self-Guided App-Based Walking Audio Tour
Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery Tour and Tasting
Santa Fe: Meow Wolf The House of Eternal Return Ticket
Top hotels in Rancho Viejo
La Fonda on the Plaza
Absolutely fabulous and Expedia saved a ton
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel in Santa Fe
Room was clean and perfect for our stay . The staff was amazing! From the valet to the front desk everyone was so friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Inn and Spa at Loretto
The Hotel was amazing - the rooms, staff and amenities were on point. Plenty of nice shops in the hotel and right next door to the Loretto Chapel.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
El Sendero Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel
The hotel was fine and the staff were friendly. The shower was not able to be operated for the majority of my visit. While I understand that there were exceptional circumstances, it is not unreasonable to expect a functioning shower at a hotel.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
The Sage Hotel
Good staff room and area
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Eldorado Hotel & Spa
Great hotel!
Reviewed on 19 Feb 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 Rockin' Rollers Event Arena and Meow Wolf.
Arroyo Chamisa
If you're spending some time in Arroyo Chamisa, Quail Run Golf Course and Camel Rock Casino are top sights worth seeing.
San Mateo
San Mateo might not have many top sights, but Recursos de Santa Fe and Center for Contemporary Arts are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
La Cienaga
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in La Cienaga. You might want to make time for a stop at El Rancho de las Golondrinas or Leonora Curtin Wetland Preserve.
Don Diego
If you're spending some time in Don Diego, Santa Fe Climbing Gym and Santa Fe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus are top sights worth seeing.
