I booked a glass blowing class at Liquid Light Glass and it was the best decision I could've made!…read moreMy family and I are always looking for creative new projects and we got to create unique pieces with the help of our instructor, Al! Al is kind, thoughtful and knowledgeable. He was able to teach us the best practices for getting our glass just right! I'd recommend arriving early to have time to explore the plaza. It's filled with all sorts of great shops and other artisans. Overall, I'd recommend this spot!! Great value and great vibes!

My husband and I had a great time here. Our instructor was Cia and she was wonderful, very patient…read more I loved what we made, we use our glasses all the time when we have wine!! I made a bowl and wine glass, my husband made 2 drink glasses. It was so much fun, I didn't realize until I took the class how much work is involved in making glass items. We don't live in Santa Fe, but if we did, I would be there all the time making fun stuff.

Santa Fe Botanic Garden is truly my happy place in Santa Fe…read more This garden is such a gift to the community! It's beautifully designed, thoughtfully cared for, and filled with native New Mexico plants that really help you understand and appreciate the landscape we live in. Every visit feels zen and inspiring at the same time! Beyond the gardens themselves, this is a WONDERFUL place for community. They offer so many meaningful programs, lectures, and opportunities to learn and grow, whether you're a seasoned plant person or just starting to notice what's blooming around you. It's one of those places that makes you feel welcome, curious, and connected. The staff and volunteers are absolutely AMAZING. Kind, knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and clearly passionate about what they do. You can feel how much care goes into everything here. They're also breaking ground soon on a new children's garden area, which is so exciting and such a beautiful investment in our future. This place truly thinks long-term, about education, stewardship, and community. If you're a plant nerd, bug nerd, hummingbird nerd, or just someone who loves being outside and learning something new, this is the place for you. I can't recommend it highly enough!

Small but well done! We got some steps in and learned about the local vegetation! It was a…read morebeautiful day in May so that made it extra nice!

This place is like a HUGE 3-D game of Clue, designed by out-of-control artists. It's incredible, a…read moreplace where the more time you spend the more you discover! The people who work there are friendly and helpful.

A very engaging experience that can be enjoyed for up to ~2 hrs. Maybe more if you have drinks in…read morethe lobby beforehand ^-^ The experience is a trip all in itself. The mystery is left pretty open for you to come to your own conclusions

We spent a lovely couple of hours at the Gruet tasting room in Santa Fe…read more The service was friendly and informative, the surroundings were pleasant (we sat in the garden). Every wine we tried was good (we're Gruet fans), although we were surprised there was no St.Vincent on offer. In fact our servers had never even heard of it??? We went for the whole hog, joined their wine club and ended up buying a couple of cases of wine. I'm certain we will have many more shipped to us. A lovely way to wile away an afternoon in Santa Fe.

We were in town for a quick 3 days and luckily had time to stop here. I chose the build your own…read morechampagne flight and kakawa chocolate flights. We came in closer to closing and the vibe was really chill. It was a great place for us to relax and regroup after a long day of sightseeing and shopping. Our waitress was very helpful and knowledgeable about all the wines. I would definitely comeback any time I'm in Santa Fe!

I love that Santa Fe's Historical District restrictions allow the Plaza to retain its old world…read morecharm and wide accessibility for the community. The rest of metro Santa Fe might be their version of suburbia, but the heart that anchors Santa Fe is right here. Yes, the shopping on the adjacent streets is a bit high end, but the classy charm of the plaza and the Tribal merchants across the street at the Inn of the Governors grounds the experience. Besides the interesting mix of people at the Plaza, I note 2 interesting experiences: 1. The Classic Car show on Friday night that circled the entire Plaza on the outside, accented by "Low Riders" occasionally circling. Our friend Laurie even found the model of car that her family drove around during her childhood. 2. The Santa Fe Plaza Obelisk, historically known as the Soldiers' Monument, was toppled by protestors in 2020 and its pieces are slated for a museum. What will become of the Monument proper is in community committee hands, which will probably go round and round without much meaningful progress short term.

Founded in 1609 by the Spanish, this plaza is the main heart of Santa Fe with a lot of shops and…read morerestaurants accessible from here. This was where El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro, the royal road of the interior, ended, having begun in Mexico City. This is where the Santa Fe Trail ended its 900-mile-long journey from Independence, Missouri. There are markers in the plaza commemorating both. The best part of the plaza is the Native American street vendors that sell arts and crafts on the street. Many of them have their ID card and we loved meeting Paul and buying some of the hand painted see pots him and his wife made with hummingbirds on them. We asked him what the bird meant and he said "the beauty of life" and it made it a must buy. We saw other vendors selling jewlery, turquoise, paintings, and sandstone art but this was the tail end of our trip and we had no space anymore. This is an idea/tip but we asked around for fry bread or other Native American foods and nobody knew anywhere close by that served it. A nice Native American food truck or small stand would make a killing in this area!

Many small theatres and movies well spaced and they have an elevator for people like me who use a…read morecane '

If you're looking for a great movie experience in Santa Fe, this theater is a must-visit. It's…read morelocated right in the heart of the Railyard, with a large parking garage nearby if street parking is full. You can buy tickets online or at the easy-to-use self-service kiosks. There's a bar where you can grab a beer and some surprisingly tasty food. The theater has both upstairs and downstairs screening rooms, plus a lounge area where you can relax and enjoy your food before the show. It's a beautiful space, with plenty of legroom and comfortable seating--perfect for dining while you watch. I had a great time here and can't wait to go back!

Fantastic gem! We just wanted a late night light drink, a coffee or something. This place is so…read moreawesome: - DJ Spinning ethereal, non-lame music - Great coffee and tea drinks, tonics, mixes. They have non-alcoholic (NA) beers and elixirs too. - Genuinely some of the best onigiri I've ever had, period. These were vegan, it does not matter, anyone can enjoy since they were mushroom. - Games and nice seating and choose a record to request from their vast vinyl collection! Wonderful conversation spot, reasonably priced especially for what you get. Service is very attentive and gracious. Pictured here, Dark Side of the Moon and Eye of the Tiger

This place is a whole vibe. I've been looking for a cool spot in Santa Fe and this one really…read moredelivered. The music was great and they even had a DJ mixing it up. The food was yummy, the drinks were good, and the atmosphere was on point. Customer service was really solid and the inside has a nice setup. If you're looking for a place to hang out with friends or a chill date night spot, this is the move. Good vibes and good ramen. I'll definitely be back soon. Thanks for the awesome experience.

***An immensely fun, therapeutic or meditative outing** I highly recommend this experience and a…read morevisit to Que Sera's on-site boutique*** ***THINGS TO KNOW*** Que Sera is only opened on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 11am to 3pm (Our group of 4 was there on Saturday) I was smiling like a little kid during the 1hr visit. Just 20 minutes from the Santa Fe Plaza, Que Sera Alpacas Ranch is a fun/relaxing/educational stop during your Santa Fe or New Mexico adventure This working alpaca ranch is beautifully unique. Please don't forget to capture the magic of your exciting alpaca visit with plenty of photos. Then, put the camera down and enjoy the unforgettable moment. I would definitely visit again!

A real treasure to be sure. A wonderful tour and visit; we made new friends for life. Well worth…read morethe effort to visit, do call ahead to visit.

The farmers market was much bigger than we expected! I really liked how they split food and…read moreartistry across the train tracks. It helps so there isn't as much crowding while you're trying to go through. I have been to farmers markets in multiple states, but I have never seen one with a gift shop! That was very interesting to see. The market itself had a nice array of fresh produce, food, and artists' work. It was cool getting to see them roasting fresh chile and the band that played was soo much fun! The best booth for us was Dancing Turtle Studio. Absolutely stunning pieces of art and my guy bought me one of the hot air balloon pieces to commemorate our 1st anniversary. It honestly couldn't have been more perfect! The artist herself was incredibly sweet and wonderful to talk with. It was amazing getting to hear about her process as well!

Very great ambiance to walk around. Parking you'll have to find somewhere nearby and just walk to…read morethe farmers market. We had a bit of traffic getting closer & finding parking as it's pretty limited. Also be prepared to pay $1-3 for parking at the stall. There's outdoor and indoor vendors. Lots of farmers selling their fresh produce near the front! I tried a blue maize pupusa on the indoor vendor for $10 & it was pretty cool to try. I'd recommend to add some salsa or the cream since the pupusa is pretty dry. Bring cash as well where you can save 50 cents on some items Lots of galleries & artists & jewelers if you keep walking down as well.

If you like fossils, gems, or sculptures, this is a must-visit in Santa Fe. This was one of the…read morecoolest stores I've ever been in, and the man working there was lovely. He told us all about working there and how he prospects most of the fossils and minerals himself. Very cool guy, and also super reasonable pricing for the artifacts and artwork being sold! Definitely will be coming back next time I'm in Santa Fe :)

You have to love the name of this shop with a broad and beautiful selection of rocks, gems, fossils…read moreand artwork. The owner was very kind and encouraging of my young friend. Prices are a bit steep which is probably due to the high rent being right off the square.