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.
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.
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.
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 Railyard
During your visit to Santa Fe, you can do some window-shopping at Santa Fe Railyard. Experience the lively festivals and fascinating museums in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Santa Fe Self-Guided App-Based Walking Audio Tour
Meow Wolf's House of Eternal Return
Santa Fe: Meow Wolf The House of Eternal Return Ticket
Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery Tour and Tasting
Santa Fe Historic Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in Rancho Viejo
The Sage Hotel
"Good breakfast, nice bar, convenient location,"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
La Fonda on the Plaza
"Amazing property"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder
"The room was OK. The property was soaking only the stuff on the front desk. It was terrible"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Eldorado Hotel & Spa
"Hotel was absolutely beautiful and classy. Check in was actually the best of all time, just down to an art. Really sweet valet guys and helpful staff. We just loved everything about every moment and especially the Spanish guitar music playing everywhere, man. Wish I was back!!!"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Hotel Glorieta
"Everything about the property was great, besides the carpet in our room definitely had a very funky smell. And it felt like the wing we were on was a smoking wing so the entire area smelled like that not sure if it’s just because it’s an older hotel but everything else was absolutely beautiful.."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
El Rey Court
"A hailstorm just a day or two before we arrived may have contributed, but the hot tub looked like it was in serious need of cleaning so we passed on it. We arrived before published check in time and room was not yet ready. Front desk was very accommodating and offered a similar room that was ready ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 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.
Arroyo Chamisa
If you're spending some time in Arroyo Chamisa, Camel Rock Casino and Quail Run Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.
San Mateo
San Mateo might not have many top sights, but Santa Fe Plaza and Recursos de Santa Fe 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 Symphony Orchestra and Chorus and Santa Fe Climbing Gym are top sights worth seeing.
Southeast Santa Fe
If you're spending some time in Southeast Santa Fe, Museum of International Folk Art and Wheelwright Museum of the American Indian are top sights worth seeing.
