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.

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.

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
Front desk at check-in was very excellent. Our room was clean and towards the front, downstairs. Very helpful indeed. Breakfast was delicious!! Parking was great. No problems. Definitely staying here again!
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026

Eldorado Hotel & Spa
The Poo/hot tubsl and the location were the two best features of the hotel.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

Inn of the Governors
We absolutely love this place! You will not be disappointed! Breakfast was right on point, whole property was beautiful!
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026

Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder
The breakfast at the Iguana Cafe was amazing. Really recommend the breakfast burrito smothered in red chile sauce! Staff was great. Room was clean and had a nice balcony.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel in Santa Fe
Wonderful stay experience. Staff was very helpful and friendly. The facility and all of her amenities were great.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026

La Fonda on the Plaza
Didn’t dine in the restaurant
Reviewed on 16 Apr 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 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 Santa Fe Children's Museum and Recursos de Santa Fe are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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 Museum of Indian Arts and Culture are top sights worth seeing.

