Historic Eastside
Santa Fe
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Popular places to visit
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 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.
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
Meow Wolf's House of Eternal Return
Santa Fe: Meow Wolf The House of Eternal Return Ticket
Santa Fe Self-Guided App-Based Walking Audio Tour
Santa Fe Historic Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in Historic Eastside
La Posada de Santa Fe, A Tribute Portfolio Resort & Spa by Marriott
"Upon check in the front desk said because I was a Marriott member they would upgrade our room. Room was not great, husband got a few spider bites, there was a trip hazard in the room that they addressed, missing light outside our room so hard to navigate getting back into room and blinds not working. ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Inn on the Alameda
"The property is beautiful, the staff very friendly and the rooms super comfortable. The location is great and only a ten minute walk to the plaza. We loved our stay."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
*Historic Adobe w Hot Tub & Bikes, Centrally located on Canyon Road*
"The perfect place for our anniversary getaway! Everything about the house was clean, comfortable, and relaxing."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
The Sage Hotel
"The entrance is awkward and you hope you don't get rear-ended. There’s only one way in and out located right at a traffic light. Eed a tear entrance. Room fit our needs to sleep and shower."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
La Fonda on the Plaza
"Staff was excellent. Nice to have a tub."
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
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Eastside
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.
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 Santa Fe Plaza or Lensic Performing Arts Center while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Guadalupe District
If you're spending some time in Guadalupe District, Santa Fe Railyard and Santa Fe Farmers Market are top sights worth seeing.
San Mateo
San Mateo might not have many top sights, but Santa Fe Plaza and Recursos de Santa Fe are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
