Welcome to Santa Fe: Private 2.5 hr Introductory Walking Tour
Overview
Enjoy a welcome introductory private walking tour of Santa Fe, the vibrant, multicultural, creative capital city of New Mexico situated in the spectacular Sangre de Cristo foothills. Founded as a Spanish colony in 1610, Santa Fe is famous for its historic architecture, dramatic landscape, quaint and crooked cobbled streets, delicious cuisine, and colourful art scene.
You’ll learn about the significant role Catholicism and devotees of Saint Francis have played in the formation of the city - and see America’s oldest church, San Miguel.
As well as the historic and cultural highlights of Santa Fe, your guide will show you the hidden spot along Palace Avenue that played a key role in the top-secret Manhattan Project during the Second World War.
Your tour ends near Santa Fe Plaza, surrounded by vibrant bars and restaurants - your guide will be only too happy to make recommendations for the rest of your stay!
You’ll learn about the significant role Catholicism and devotees of Saint Francis have played in the formation of the city - and see America’s oldest church, San Miguel.
As well as the historic and cultural highlights of Santa Fe, your guide will show you the hidden spot along Palace Avenue that played a key role in the top-secret Manhattan Project during the Second World War.
Your tour ends near Santa Fe Plaza, surrounded by vibrant bars and restaurants - your guide will be only too happy to make recommendations for the rest of your stay!
Inclusions
- A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Santa Fe Plaza, 100 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Explore the vibrant Santa Fe Plaza, a National Historic Landmark and the iconic cultural hub of the city - playing host to many markets, concerts, and community events. Learn about the history of New Mexico, its unique mountainous geography, and today’s confluence of Spanish, Native American, Mexican and American cultures reflected in its cuisine and creativity.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi, 131 Cathedral Pl, Santa Fe, NM 87501-2026
Visit the impressive Cathedral Basilica of St Francis of Assisi - dedicated to the city’s patron saint, it was built in the Romanesque Revival style in the 19th century, in sharp contrast to the local adobe, its rose window was imported from France in the 1800s.
Then, walk down De Vargas Street and see the city’s oldest two-roomed adobe house which is now a small but fascinating free museum. Also pass by San Miguel Mission - said to be the oldest church in the US dating back to 1610, it is dedicated to the Archangel Michael and is still in use today for mass and live music.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Santa Fe, Santa Fe, New Mexico
During your private your, walk down De Vargas Street and see the city’s oldest two-roomed adobe house which is now a small but fascinating free museum. You will also visit Palace Avenue - a little-known point of interest in Santa Fe that was the drop-off point for the onward journey to the hidden research facility in Los Alamos for spies and scientists involved in the Secret Manhattan Project, to create the atomic bomb.
Duration: 1 hour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Santa Fe Plaza, 100 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Explore the vibrant Santa Fe Plaza, a National Historic Landmark and the iconic cultural hub of the city - playing host to many markets, concerts, and community events. Learn about the history of New Mexico, its unique mountainous geography, and today’s confluence of Spanish, Native American, Mexican and American cultures reflected in its cuisine and creativity.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi, 131 Cathedral Pl, Santa Fe, NM 87501-2026
Visit the impressive Cathedral Basilica of St Francis of Assisi - dedicated to the city’s patron saint, it was built in the Romanesque Revival style in the 19th century, in sharp contrast to the local adobe, its rose window was imported from France in the 1800s.
Then, walk down De Vargas Street and see the city’s oldest two-roomed adobe house which is now a small but fascinating free museum. Also pass by San Miguel Mission - said to be the oldest church in the US dating back to 1610, it is dedicated to the Archangel Michael and is still in use today for mass and live music.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Santa Fe, Santa Fe, New Mexico
During your private your, walk down De Vargas Street and see the city’s oldest two-roomed adobe house which is now a small but fascinating free museum. You will also visit Palace Avenue - a little-known point of interest in Santa Fe that was the drop-off point for the onward journey to the hidden research facility in Los Alamos for spies and scientists involved in the Secret Manhattan Project, to create the atomic bomb.
Duration: 1 hour
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
chilo
June 2022
Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and very nice. I would recommend him to all that decide to take this private tour.
Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and very nice. I would recommend him to all that decide to take this private tour.Luis_L
July 2023
Nice and very informative. Sherry was very knowledgeable, very friendly. We loved the tour. Thank you Sherry to make our trip to Santa Fe a wonderful experience.
Nice and very informative. Sherry was very knowledgeable, very friendly. We loved the tour. Thank you Sherry to make our trip to Santa Fe a wonderful experience.SHARON_J
March 2023
Very knowledgeable guide Miguel took us to all the top history sites. We spent a very enjoyable morning.
Very knowledgeable guide Miguel took us to all the top history sites. We spent a very enjoyable morning.DennisKim_C
December 2022
Miguel gave us a very relaxed private tour. He is well knowledgeable in the history of Santa Fe. Definitely recommend him.
Miguel gave us a very relaxed private tour. He is well knowledgeable in the history of Santa Fe. Definitely recommend him.Jennifer_C
November 2022
Our tour guide, Miguel, was AMAZING! His knowledge on the history and culture of Santa Fe was incredible! We learned so much and had such a wonderful afternoon walking through town. It is a MUST-DO on your trip!
Our tour guide, Miguel, was AMAZING! His knowledge on the history and culture of Santa Fe was incredible! We learned so much and had such a wonderful afternoon walking through town. It is a MUST-DO on your trip!Scott_B
September 2022
Deep insight into the historical context of Santa Fe and great information about places to visit during our week long stay. Informative and fun!
Deep insight into the historical context of Santa Fe and great information about places to visit during our week long stay. Informative and fun!