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Private 2.5h Walking Tour to Discover Santa Fe

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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Get to know Santa Fe on this private introductory walking tour of New Mexico’s vibrant, multicultural capital. Begin at Santa Fe Plaza, the city’s historic heart, and explore landmarks like the Palace of the Governors, where the Pueblo Revolt began in 1680, and San Miguel Mission, the oldest church in the U.S. Discover the city's rich blend of Native American, Spanish, Mexican, and American cultures, reflected in its cuisine, crafts, and adobe architecture. Visit the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis and hear the story of the “miraculous staircase” at Loretto Chapel. Walk De Vargas Street to see Santa Fe’s oldest adobe house, and uncover a hidden link to the Manhattan Project along Palace Avenue. Along the way, enjoy the lively market atmosphere, stunning desert scenery, and colorful art scene that define Santa Fe. Your tour ends back near the Plaza, with plenty of recommendations from your guide for dining and further exploring.

What's Included

  • Entrance to Loretto Chapel
  • Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
  • A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group
  • Cost of transportation on the day (if required)
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Hotel pickup/drop-off
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Meeting Location

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54 Lincoln Avenue
Santa Fe, NM 87501, USA

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Santa Fe
NM, USA

Finish point will be close to public transport and taxi links in Santa Fe, and the guide will assist with advising you on your journey.

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Santa Fe Plaza

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.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi

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.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Santa Fe

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.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private 2.5h Walking Tour to Discover Santa Fe?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Entrance to Loretto Chapel
  • Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
  • A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group
  • Cost of transportation on the day (if required)
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Hotel pickup/drop-off
  • Food and drink

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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