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By Friends of History New Mexico

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Price is $40 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
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Overview

  • Discover 400 years of rich history and culture on the Historic Downtown Santa Fe Walking Tour. Guided by NM History museum-trained docents, this two-hour journey uncovers the captivating stories behind the city’s diverse architecture, from ancient Pueblos to the iconic state capitol building. Explore eighteen historic sites and gain insights into significant events, such as the Pueblo Revolt and the Manhattan Project. Engage with Santa Fe’s vibrant past in a small group setting that ensures a personalized experience, all while supporting the New Mexico History Museum.

    • Two-hour guided walking tour through Santa Fe’s historic downtown
    • Visit eighteen historic sites
    • Small group sizes led by knowledgeable, museum-trained docents
    • All proceeds support educational programs at the New Mexico History Museum
    • Private, custom tours are available

Activity location

  • The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi
    • 131 Cathedral Pl,
    • 87501-2026, Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • New Mexico History Museum
    • 113 Lincoln Avenue
    • 87501, Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States

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Historic Downtown Santa Fe Walking Tour

  • Earn $1.20
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

Duration: 2 hours: Tour starts at 10:15 AM, please arrive by 10:00 AM

Language options: English
Starting time: 10:15AM
Price details
$40.00 x 1 Adult$40.00
Total
Price is $40.00

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Personal audio receiver and headset, ensuring you can clearly hear the docent’s commentary
  • Inclusions
    Tour begins outside the front doors of the New Mexico History Museum.
  • Exclusions
    Pets and other animals are not allowed on this tour. Service animals are welcome.

Know before you book

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Tour does involve walking over uneven surfaces
    • Santa Fe is at 7000' elevation - bring water and a hat
    • To ensure the comfort and safety of all our guests, please leave pets and other animals at home. Service animals are welcome.

Activity itinerary

Palace of the Governors (Pass by)

Built in 1610, oldest government building in USA in continuous use

The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi

  • 10m
Built from 1869-1888, learn about Bishop Lamy (tour does not enter Cathedral)

109 East Palace

  • 5m
Santa Fe office for the Manhattan Project

Cathedral Park

  • 10m
Famous downtown Santa Fe park

Loretto Chapel

  • 5m
  • Admission ticket not included
Home of the Miraculous Staircase

San Miguel Chapel

  • 5m
  • Admission ticket not included
The oldest continuously used church in North America

New Mexico State Capitol (Roundhouse)

  • 5m
We'll discuss this unique state Capitol and the flag of New Mexico.

New Mexico Supreme Court Building

  • 5m
This unique building is on the National Register of Historic Buildings.

Burro Alley

  • 5m
Learn about Dona Tulles and burro firewood delivery in early New Mexico

Location

Activity location

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    The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi
    • 131 Cathedral Pl,
    • 87501-2026, Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    New Mexico History Museum
    • 113 Lincoln Avenue
    • 87501, Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States

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