South Capitol
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.
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.
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.
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
New Mexico Audio Tours Bundle: Self-Guided Drive and Walk
Santa Fe: Meow Wolf The House of Eternal Return Ticket
Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery Tour and Tasting
Top hotels in South Capitol
The Sage Hotel
"rude staff"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
La Fonda on the Plaza
"La Fonda's staff are very well trained and polite, including the house-keeping staff and cleaners/maids. All very polite and helpful. Service is first class. The room offers many amenities, treats and quality toileteries. It has many nice touches."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder
"Front desk staff was not very helpful on check in and to check out. No maps of property available and no map given with directions to Santa Fe downtown. I found a map on the on the free brochure section. I also can not believe that a resort this big has only one luggage cart at the front door."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Eldorado Hotel & Spa
"I’ve stayed at a lot of hotels, but this one genuinely stood out. The location is simply perfect everything you’d want to see and do is right at your doorstep, yet the property itself feels like its own peaceful escape. You get the best of both worlds: the energy of the surroundings without any of ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hotel Glorieta
"A wonderful place to stay, very beautiful place, I did not want to leave. felt like home. I would love to come back to this beautiful place. Thank you so very much. Very appreciated."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
El Rey Court
"Perfectly acceptable spot to stay, but had some unfortunate issues with people in the parking area that appeared mentally unwell, which is fairly unnerving considering its motor lodge. Had to make a call to the front desk to resolve, despite security being present in the parking area."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Capitol
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.
Railyard Arts District
Art galleries, shopping and spas highlight some of the noteworthy features of Railyard Arts District. Make a stop by Santa Fe Railyard or SITE Santa Fe while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
San Mateo
San Mateo might not have many top sights, but Recursos de Santa Fe and Santa Fe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Santa Fe
Visitors to Downtown Santa Fe rave about its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries. You might also want to make some time to see Lensic Performing Arts Center or Georgia O'Keefe Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
West Manhattan
West Manhattan might not have many top sights, but Santa Fe Railyard and SITE Santa Fe are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Historic Eastside
While visiting Historic Eastside, you might make a stop by sights like Canyon Road and Nedra Matteucci Galleries.
