My friend Bob had never been to New Mexico before and wanted to see an "iconic" pueblo. Taos…read morePueblo immediately came to mind and a place that Gayle and I had not been for over 18 years. It was a bit of a drive up (via the High Road), but well worth the time and effort. These multi-story homes are more than a thousand years old. None of the homes in the Taos Pueblo are vacant - five or six families live on the Pueblo full time, while the others live in town (with running water and electricity) but stay in their ancestral home many weeks throughout the year for important celebrations. We about the history of the Taos (or Tewa) people from our guide, Riley. That started at the Saint Geronimo Chapel and onward to the old church grounds, that hold the crumbling ruins of the original San Geronimo Chapel. Built in 1619 by Spanish priests using forced Native labor, it was destroyed during the 1680 Pueblo Revolt and again in 1847 by the U.S. Army (with women and children inside). In between were information on Pueblo ovens, family ties, and the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) movement. There were also various shop sprinkled throughout, with a few pleasant surprises, like one run by an established Santa Fe painter, and some nicely done local jewelry and other art. There was a lot to see here and I appreciated the leisurely pace, while being respectful of restricted areas and honoring any cultural-related requests by our hosts.

've always wanted to visit Taos Pueblo, even though it's quite out of the way. From Santa Fe, it's…read moreabout a 70-mile drive through winding mountain roads and small towns, which made the trip feel longer than it actually was. When I arrived, a staff member stopped me at a stop sign before I reached the exact location on the map. He explained where to park--either in the main lot or the one just ahead--and pointed out that the admission office is directly across the street, which was helpful. Adult admission is $25. I had seen complaints about the price beforehand, but honestly, I didn't feel that way at all. This isn't a state park or a monument--people are still living here--so the experience feels very real and meaningful. I picked up a brochure at the admission office. The highlights for me were the church (no photography allowed inside) and the cemetery, as well as the famous North House and South House. The air was crisp, and there was the smell of burning wood everywhere, which added to the atmosphere. I also stopped by a small shop selling handcrafted jewelry and decorations. I bought a hummingbird for $20 and was glad I had cash, since the seller told me I'd need to step outside to use Venmo (not sure why--my reception was fine). If you're interested in Pueblo history, this is absolutely a must-visit. It may not appeal to everyone, but for those who appreciate culture and history, it's a very special place. This lady was selling bread across from the office where they charge admission. It's $5 each absolutely delicious and no additive! Horno style bread," or Pueblo oven bread, is a traditional, dense white bread with a crunchy crust, historically baked in a beehive-shaped, outdoor adobe oven called a horno in the American Southwest. The term "horno" comes from the Spanish word for "oven

I had not been here in ten years and wanted to come back to see what has changed. Unfortunately,…read morethe actual plaza was not open (it is being refurbished); however, it was not a high season so it was calm with very few people shopping. Came across a couple of gems but otherwise just a tourist trap with souvenir shops (you can find souvenirs cheaper at Walmart down the street). I am set for another 10 years lol! Sunday parking is also gratis! We easily found a parking spot.

Great plaza with many stores to shop from. Love the decor and design and how clean it was.read more

Absolutely loved being in this environment. So great to see a part of history. It does cost $12 for…read moreadults to get in. They give you a pamphlet to do a self guided tour and things are pretty straightforward. I loved it. Definitely a great activity for families or friends.

This is the real deal. Want to see how things were on the frontier? Check this place out. A family…read moreof merchant traders did well, and left a legacy for us all to see.

The Taos Art Museum and Fechin House are absolutely beautiful. The historic home was fascinating to…read moreexplore, and we really enjoyed our visit. Our visit did come with one disappointment that I hope the museum can help future visitors avoid..... A heads up for Mark Maggiori fans: * My husband and I drove two days from California hoping to see an original Mark Maggiori painting. * The Taos Art Museum is one of the first places that appears on Google when searching for where to view his work in Taos. * The museum's website and Google listing also suggested that his artwork was part of the collection. Unfortunately, after speaking with a docent, we learned that the museum hasn't displayed a Mark Maggiori painting in many years! They then referred us to try Parsons Gallery of the West, but they didn't have any of his work either. The gallery manager explained that Mark Maggiori is now representing himself and is no longer exhibiting locally. I completely understand that exhibitions change over time, but I would kindly encourage the museum to update its website and work with Google to correct this information. It would save other visitors from making a special trip expecting to see artwork that is no longer on display. In the end, I learned I probably should have called ahead, but I also trusted the museum's website and Google's information. Hopefully this review helps the next Mark Maggiori fan avoid the same disappointment. Despite that, the museum itself is well worth visiting. The Fechin House alone is an incredible piece of art and history!

This place blew me away. Their collection was not that extensive - go to the Millicent Rogers Home…read morefor that. It's the house and studio that will amaze you. All hand carved wood for everything. Incredible layout; spacious and cozy at the same time.

If you are in Taos, you must see this museum and learn all you can about Christopher "Kit" Carson…read more A highlight of our visit was definitely Dave, who greeted us and gave us instructions on how to best enjoy our visit. He is so passionate about the history of Kit Carson and his influence on the area and the expansion of the West. The tour starts with a short history channel video and then continues with a walk through the house. Painstaking renovations have been taking place and are still underway on the property. You will see many artifacts, photos, and wall signage explaining the history of what you are looking at along the way. Make this a stop on your visit to Taos!

Before heading back to Southern Colorado, I asked my fiancé if he was interested in visiting the…read moreKit Carson Home & Museum. It was a beautiful day on March 20, 2024, in downtown Taos, NM. Unbeknownst to me, he had been there as a young boy. Now that he's old - lol - he didn't remember the museum bring set up the way it was. We arrived at approximately 3:20PM which was forty minutes from closing time. Dave, the lone museum staff member, explained that he would stay as long as we needed, but not accept any new visitors after a certain time. Tickets to the non-profit museum were $10 per adult. Cash or card was accepted. Dave made our visit a 5-star experience. He loves history. He has read several of the books if not all of them from the gift shop. He recommended "Blood & Thunder" by Hampton Sides which was an historical account of Kit Carson's life, "yet reads like a novel." We first watched a 20-minute documentary in the theater across the courtyard highlighting Carson's key adventures. The women's restroom was nearby and reasonably clean. Then we trekked back over to the museum. If you're over 5'6" watch your head because the doorways are low. There were minimal artifacts scattered throughout, but we enjoyed it nonetheless. Parking was a bit of a hassle as there was no lot - only metered street parking a ways down. And in the last words of Kit Carson, "Goodbye, friends, adios amigos."

Although this is the actual house of Kit Carson, it is not worth the visit, nor the money. You can…read moresee more actual items owned by Carson in other museums. If you try to visit you will find only a few free parking spaces on the street which are taken. You will then need to secure parking around the Taos downtown. The parking machines won't work. The information screens won't advance. I finally started punching random buttons out of frustration and after changing lots. To my surprise the machine asked for my license plate number! So I was successful one time and I got one receipt for all of my attempts. But I was later charged FIVE times ! Two of the charges occured one week after leaving the state. The merchant number for parking charges goes unanswered. You will then have to contact city hall. I am still waiting to get the situation sorted out. Then, your visit will be shortened due to the time wasted on finding parking. I could not watch the short film on his life. And I would say a 5-6 dollar admission would be more befitting the site than 10 dollar.

Fantastic museum. Dave is a wonderful curator and guide, providing detailed insight into the House,…read moreKit's life, and so much more. A must-see while in Taos!

We came into the bar area to sit down and cool off from the heat. There was only one other couple…read moreseated in the main dining area besides us, and since it was around 2:00 p.m. on a Wednesday, the restaurant was not busy. We ordered drinks, an appetizer, and a bowl of green chile stew. My husband received his stew, but my appetizer--chips, salsa, guacamole, and queso--never arrived. Our waitress seemed overwhelmed, so I politely reminded her that we were still waiting for it. She rushed to the kitchen and assured us it would be right out. About 10 minutes later, another server finally brought the appetizer and apologized, saying, "I'm sorry, I forgot to bring this out." Unfortunately, the food was not worth the wait. The salsa tasted like it came straight from a can, the guacamole did not taste fresh, and the queso tasted like old refrigerated cheese that had been partially melted and served. It was honestly quite disappointing. Between the poor service and the low-quality food, the experience was not worth the price. It was especially disappointing because this was our first visit to Taos, and we had hoped for a much better dining experience.

Lively lobby in this Inn. The music was super. We dined at Doc Martin passing thru the Bar.read more

Cool stop right off the Taos Plaza. This former artist's residence was one of the birthplaces of…read morethe Taos community of artists. Doesn't take very long to walk through, but presents a nice collection of early southwestern art as well as a window into daily lives a century ago.

This museum and home was astonishing. Both Blumenschein and his wife were painters, really, really…read moretalented painters. The home itself was a work of art...the decorative details astounded. And, the book collection warmed this literature major's heart. An entire set of O. Henry's! A treasure.

At 10:30am on a Friday, I was in Taos. There is a parking lot with a kiosk (Ristras de Taos) next…read moreto public free parking lot on Paseo de Pueblo just as you enter town. I went to pay but no one was at the kiosk, There is a sign amongst twenty other not so friendly signs on the kiosk that says "if no one is here, pay when you leave." I left for less than a half hour and when I returned - to pay, there was an unfriendly sign taped to my vehicle that told me to pay. I walked over to the kiosk and asked how much for the short time I was there, assuming it was by the hour. The rude woman who either owns the kiosk or works there told me it was five dollars for the day, period. It wasn't the money. but her nasty attitude. I said, "ok" I'll leave my car here and shop longer." She yelled at me that I already paid and she would have my car towed if I left it on the lot, which didn't make any sense. Of course, I left. I have been a business owner and have never treated customers with disrespect like this woman did. Shame on her for not reflecting Taos' lovely charm.