San Mateo
Santa Fe
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 shops and stunning cathedral in this walkable area.
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.
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.
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 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.
Things to do
Santa Fe Self-Guided App-Based Walking Audio Tour
Santa Fe: Meow Wolf The House of Eternal Return Ticket
Santa Fe Botanical Garden General Admission Ticket
Small Group History Walking Tour Thru Santa Fe a City Different
Santa Fe Historic Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in San Mateo
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Fe
Great customer service rooms were beautiful and clean. Breakfast was wonderful.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
La Fonda on the Plaza
All the above plus the LOCATION!
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder
Room was excellent. Staff at restaurants were all fabulous
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Inn and Spa at Loretto
Fabulous in every way!
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel in Santa Fe
Staff was great, place was great . Our favorite place to stay.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
El Sendero Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Water was not warm due to plumbing issue but front desk staff was very good. Location is excellent.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around San Mateo
South Capitol
If you're spending some time in South Capitol, Center for Contemporary Arts and Santa Fe Children's Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Arroyo Chamisa
If you're spending some time in Arroyo Chamisa, Camel Rock Casino and Quail Run Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.
West Manhattan
West Manhattan might not have many top sights, but Santa Fe Plaza and Santa Fe Railyard are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Guadalupe District
If you're spending some time in Guadalupe District, Santa Fe Railyard and Santuario De Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe are top sights worth seeing.
