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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Meow Wolf's House of Eternal Return
Santa Fe Self-Guided App-Based Walking Audio Tour
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
Be aware that this place looks amazing but it’s nothing more than lipstick on a pig! Arrived expecting to pay cash as requested and they had charged my card before I got there. Went to room it was dirty. Got new room with 2 beds so couldn’t sleep together. Was told about the great happy hour by the ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Eldorado Hotel & Spa
I recently stayed at the Eldorado Hotel & Spa in Santa Fe with my children and extended family, and we had a really enjoyable experience overall. The location is a huge plus—being just steps from the Plaza made it easy for all of us, especially with kids, to walk around, explore, and grab food without ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
La Fonda on the Plaza
We had a lovely stay at La Fonda! The location was perfect and we enjoyed everything there was to do and see in the Plaza area. We loved our room with a beautiful view of the church and a very comfortable bed. The staff were welcoming and knowledgeable. Our quick trip to Santa Fe was just what we ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder
Great place to stay and right there with the casino
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
El Sendero Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel
The hotel is in a great location. Very clean rooms. Parking is at a reasonable price. The mattress is not good for people with back problems
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Hotel Glorieta
Most of the staff were extremely helpful and professional. The grounds/fitness/restaurant and walking trails were great- nice happy hour and wonderful clam chowder with green chili! I loved that they opened the pool even though I did not get a chance to use it.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rancho Viejo
Southside
Southside is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Meow Wolf and Greer Garson Theater Center, 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 Meow Wolf and International Museum of Collage, Assemblage & Construction.
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 Recursos de Santa Fe and Santa Fe Children's Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Southeast Santa Fe
If you're spending some time in Southeast Santa Fe, Museum of International Folk Art and Museum of Indian Arts and Culture are top sights worth seeing.
