New Mexico (NM) tours, things to do and tickets

“Mind Blowing”
“The absolute best tour we've ever taken and we travel the world”
“Great way to start the day and visit to Santa Fe”

This performance and experience NOT to be missed and
an absolute must do tour to not only get one of the most in-depth understanding of Santa Fe, the surrounding area, and the state of New Mexico at large.
Victor Romero has deep family roots to northern New Mexico dating back before the arrival the of Spanish over 400 years ago.
A truly outstanding New Mexican storyteller of his people, their culture and experience of New Mexico that will leave you in awe and laughing as you make your way through this historic and culturally packed city with a funny twist along the way.

Victor is a true gem and ambassador of the city of Santa Fe.
This tour is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

*A high paced tour as to help acclimate our guest to the 7,200 ft elevation. Drink plenty of WATER the week of travel to help.

Best parking is along Nausbaum Street

Join this fun food tour, with locally raised guides who have generations of knowledge! This tour is unique because you will enjoy a hand-picked New Mexican food experience. Experience New Mexican food and discover some of the best foodie spots near the Santa Fe Plaza. On the tour, you will also learn about the history of Santa Fe, the food, culture, and historical points of interest such as the Palace of the Governors, The San Miguel Mission (The oldest church structure in the USA), and The Loretto Chapel (Home to the Miraculous Staircase). This casual tour includes a full lunch, non-alcoholic drinks, alcohol pairings (Such as wine, margaritas, or local beers), as well as dessert. **NOTE** This tour features New Mexican-inspired foods and can be spicy for some guests. We don't recommend this tour for anyone with serious food restrictions and minimal walking ability.

Only historical tour of its kind by a true local and bona fide historian. Ana Pacheco's family settled in Santa Fe in 1692 and she was the City Historian of Santa Fe (2015 - 2017). Pacheco is the author of eight books: Legendary Locals of Santa Fe, The History of Spirituality in Santa Fe, Pueblos of New Mexico, Early New Mexico Death Rituals, Los Comidas Cookbook, Saints & Seasons, Early Santa Fe, J. Paul Taylor: The Man from Mesilla.

Information on the tour includes: Santa Fe Opera, Route 66, 109 E. Palace & the Manhattan Project, Pueblos of New Mexico History, Loretto Chapel, San Miguel Mission, Canyon Road & Santa Fe as an Art Mecca, Sunmount Sanatorium, Santuario de Guadalupe, Masonic Scottish Rite Temple, Spirituality in Santa Fe & Cross of the Martyrs, Japanese Internment Camp, History of the Civil War in New Mexico. Billy the Kid's story begins in Santa Fe.

This classic Santa Fe food and drink adventure is focused on Santa Fe's downtown Plaza neighborhood. You will explore Santa Fe by foot while sampling the best in local food and beverage. You will have a chance to sample classic New Mexican flavors, as well as get a taste of what’s new and exciting in Santa Fe’s food scene. Along the way, you’ll learn about the city’s long and fascinating history, with an emphasis on how Native, Hispanic, and Anglo cultures shaped – and were shaped by – the region’s unique (and delicious!) food culture.

This tour is designed with adventurous eaters in mind. Some food in New Mexico can be spicy, and while we can accommodate food allergies we are unable to provide "non-spicy" alternatives.

This tour includes a variety of restaurants, and is NOT focused exclusively on New Mexican food. We bring you the best of Santa Fe, which includes a diverse array of cuisines.

Explore the architecture of Santa Fe with your local guide on this 3-hour walking tour with up to 8 people. Spend your Thursday or Friday morning walking Santa Fe’s historic eastside neighborhood, exploring the distinctive architecture, and enjoying the warm interiors this region is known for. Discover three different style of architecture, including Pueblo, Spanish Territorial, and Northern New Mexico. Our walk is 2-2.5 miles in duration throughout historic Santa Fe. We end our tour at Gruet Tasting Room inside of Hotel St. Francis. 

The Taste of Santa Fe Tour is unique because it features 3 of our top spots in Santa Fe, highlights our favorite historical points of interest, and wraps up with our favorite hidden gem for dessert. This tour has a bit more of a upscale theme, is eclectic, and happens to be our top tour. We will provide information about the history of Santa Fe, our food, culture, and historical points of interests. This tour includes a full lunch, n/a drinks, alcohol pairings (Such as wine, margaritas, or local beers), as well as dessert. This tour meets at 10:45am near the plaza (Exact meeting instructions will be found on your ticket), starts at 10:55am and lasts 2.5-3 hours. **NOTE** This tour may feature New Mexican inspired foods and can be spicy for some guests. We don't recommend this tour for anyone with serious food restrictions and minimal walking ability.

This photo class, and tour, is a unique experience in and around Santa Fe. Professional photographer David has been a Santa Fe resident for more than 30 years. Bring your digital camera, smartphone, or both. This photo class/tour is a great place to start here in Santa Fe. You will learn composition, portraiture, landscape photography, lowlight, camera functions, and lots more. This 2- hour photo-class/tour will be a fun and insightful photographic learning experience for you while getting to know Santa Fe. Photo editing with Snapseed will be part of the instructions.
David knows all the best places to photograph in and around Santa Fe as well as being able to help travelers with questions regarding local restaurants, cultural activities, hiking, etc.

Embark on this unique 3 1/2 hour walking food tour of Santa Fe's Railyard Arts & Culture District. You'll learn about the arrival of the railroad in Santa Fe in the 1800s and the rapid change this brought to the surrounding area. Stop at 3 uniquely Santa Fe venues on this tour to eat, drink and regale in the rich culture of Santa Fe.
Included is a 2-course guided tasting, each with top shelf margaritas, at Santa Fe's most fabled New Mexican eatery, sharing stories with the 3rd generation owners.
The Railyard Arts District is Santa Fe's most vibrant, up-and-coming neighborhoods that's home to some of the best restaurants and food/beverage artisans in the city.

This tour is designed with adventurous eaters in mind. Some food in New Mexico can be spicy, and while we can accommodate food allergies we are not always able to provide "non-spicy" alternatives.

Dine in Santa Fe with a memorable meal at a specialized chef's brunch. Let Chef Carolina, trained at Le Cordon Bleu, prepare dishes that showcase the unique flavors of Santa Fe, a mix of Spanish, Mexican and Native American cuisines.

You'll be enjoying a three-course menu with hand-picked dishes, fresh flowers and tableware, creating an air of sophistication. Guests can choose to BYOB or purchase beverages. In winter months there is a communal table for up to 10 people; in summer months small tables await guests outside. Chef Carolina is joined by Manuel, an experienced sommelier and aesthete.

Your hosts can accommodate dietary restrictions if needed - please contact them about any concerns.

Walk around historic downtown Santa Fe and discover its 400-year-old history and the stories behind the sites. Go at your own pace and schedule with this self-guided smartphone walking tour.

Walk around historic downtown Santa Fe and discover it’s 400-year history and the stories behind the sites. Go at your own pace and schedule.

Advantages of this tour?
- Our app offers immersive location aware walking tours navigated by your smart phone. Go at your own pace, on your own schedule and on your own terms. It's like a real life tour guide.
- Best deal in town.
- Professional Narration, production and music to bring the history to life
- Walk at your own pace and hear the stories of what you see.
- Stop anytime.
- The tour never expires.
- Listen remotely after taking the in person tour.

On the tour you’ll learn about the times of the Spanish Conquistadores, the Crypto Jewish people, the Santa Fe Trail, the scientists of the Manhattan Project, the Pueblo Native People, the patron saint of animals, Artists, Georgia O’Keeffe, Billy the Kid, Zozobra, the oldest church in the US, how to make your food “Christmas Style”, and so much more. Not to be missed.

Feast your eyes on incredible art, run your hands over adobe walls, and discover some of the best galleries in Santa Fe. Home to over 80 art galleries, Canyon Road is a “must see” for any art lover visiting Santa Fe. Our Canyon Road Arts District walking tour brings a fresh perspective to this historic neighborhood. You'll delve into art, engage with the work on view, and chat with local gallerists and artists.In just two hours, you'll get to know Canyon Road and gain a new perspective on art.

Step into the vibrant and historic Santa Fe Plaza area, where something exciting awaits. Your host will curate a personalized experience for you on a Whats App thread. This is not your typical scavenger hunt; it's a creative and immersive departure from the ordinary.

Unleash your inner detective, artist, and storyteller as you delve into the heart of Santa Fe. Engage with friendly locals, discover intriguing tales of Santa Fe's history, and capture the essence of the city through photos, videos, and audio files.

Whether you're a couple or part of a massive group, this game is for everyone. Young or old, explorer or artist, it's designed to inspire and entertain all who love to discover and create.
This is a perfect chance to connect with your teammates in a fun and light-hearted way. Let your imagination run wild, as you team up to unravel the missions and solve clues .

The Best Cocktail and Ghost Stories Tour Ever. Sample great drinks served with incredible stories of Santa Fe's dark side as you walk through downtown Santa Fe. Lots of history and photo moments fills in the voids of ghost stories, which are chilling and rooted in reality, real people or actual events.

Tour guide is great for offering other great suggestions from dinner, day trips, in and outs of things to do in Santa Fe or the surrounding area, with a smile.

Start at La Fonda on the Plaza, where Santa Fe's soul comes to life in a historic hotel adorned with Southwestern art. Marvel at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi, a fusion of Romanesque and Pueblo styles. Stroll through Sena Plaza, a charming hacienda now bustling with boutiques and eateries. Experience the mystery of Loretto Chapel's unsupported spiral staircase. Wander the Barrio De Analco Historic District, steeped in centuries-old adobe architecture. Visit San Miguel Chapel, the oldest church in the U.S., and explore The Oldest House, a testament to ancient Pueblo life. Finish at the Roundhouse, New Mexico's capitol, renowned for its circular design and extensive art collection, encapsulating Santa Fe's unique blend of history and culture.

Enjoy this welcome tour of the historic centre of Santa Fe, taking in all the main highlights, including the Palace of the Governors, San Miguel Church (the oldest church in America and dedicated to the Archangel Michael), the Basilica Cathedral of St Francis, De Vargas Street and more.

You’ll soak up the vibrant atmosphere of this uniquely artsy city, and enjoy the banter of the market vendors selling beautiful jewellery, tapestries, weavings, paintings, folk art, and photography; combined with the city’s history and unique adobe architecture Santa Fe is truly a perfect destination for curious travellers and art enthusiasts.

Your tour ends outside the Georgia O’Keefe Museum, where your guide will hand you tickets and tell you all about the extraordinary life and legacy of the artists. The Museum houses over 3000 works by O’Keefe including 140 oil paintings, 700 drawings, and hundreds of other works until 1984 when the artist’s eyesight forced her to retire.

Hosted by tour company Vigilante Guides. As a 12th generation New Mexican we provide a fun and informational experience that is all inclusive. We talk about our unique culture and heritage, our amazing food and drink, art and outdoors and everything else in between. This is an experience unlike any other where you truly feel like a local. We have fun, interact, and enjoy each others company while we eat and drink some local delicacies.

All of our pottery experiences are one-time, two-hour sessions guided by local Santa Fe artists and geared toward travelers, newbies, and anyone looking for a fun introduction to pottery. At the end of class, students will recycle their pieces, but you need not walk away empty handed. Each student gets $15 off of a piece from our gallery, which is full of pottery handcrafted by our teachers.

In the wheel-throwing experience, students will dive into the most popular method of making ceramics. Working at the wheel is a meditative, yet challenging process. In this two-hour class, our potters will take you through the process of throwing a piece of pottery on the wheel.

In our hand-building experience, students will learn the ancient techniques of working with clay by hand through sculpting, coil-building, or slab-building. The slowness of these methods allow for deeper connection with the material and total freedom of expression through clay.

Stained glass is a rare art these days, and classes are even harder to find. This distinctive art and straightforward instruction with unique tools make for a fun combo! Plus, how often do you get to break glass and melt metal?

The Savor Santa Fe Tour is perfect for unique romantic experience with a loved one or private experience with family, friends, or co-workers. Savor Santa Fe is a more upscale tour that provides an eclectic progressive dinner, wine, and dessert! Along the way we will provide information about the history of Santa Fe, our food, culture, and historical points of interests. The tour includes a full dinner, n/a drinks, wine pairings, and dessert. The tour meets at 4:30pm at our first restaurant (Exact meeting instructions will be found on your ticket), starts at 4:45pm and lasts 2.5-3 hours. Tours will sell out. Note: We are the only food tour company in Santa Fe that are truly locally owned and operated.