Things to do in Santa Fe

Things to do in Santa Fe

101 ranked activities1 in the 90+ Club

Santa Fe runs on culture: Canyon Road gallery walks, Georgia O'Keeffe country and Ghost Ranch tours, pueblo visits, green chile food tours and Bandelier hikes. Cultural access and guide expertise matter more than price here.

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What are the best things to do in Santa Fe?

Outty ranks 101 bookable experiences in Santa Fe, United States. The highest scoring is Santa Fe Revisited at 93 out of 100, followed by Santa Fe Ultimate History Walking Tour, The ORIGINAL Wander New Mexico "Sip & Savor" Plaza Tour, Historic Downtown Santa Fe Walking Tour. Prices start at $7 per person and 1 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club. April to June and September to October, with Indian Market in August.

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Top tour operators in Santa Fe

The companies behind the experiences, ranked by how much of Santa Fe they cover.

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Most Popular in Santa Fe

The experiences travelers book most right now.

Most Highly Reviewed in Santa Fe

Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.

Last Minute in Santa Fe

Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.

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Family Friendly in Santa Fe

Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

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Food & Drink in Santa Fe

Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.

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Culture & History in Santa Fe

Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

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Outdoors in Santa Fe

Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

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Nightlife in Santa Fe

After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

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What are the best things to do in Santa Fe?
Santa Fe Revisited is the highest ranked experience in Santa Fe, scoring 93 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 487 traveler reviews. Santa Fe Ultimate History Walking Tour, The ORIGINAL Wander New Mexico "Sip & Savor" Plaza Tour, Historic Downtown Santa Fe Walking Tour, Small-Group E-Bike Adventure Tour through Hidden Santa Fe round out the top five. Outty ranks 101 bookable experiences in Santa Fe, United States, and 1 of them score 90 or above.
How much do activities in Santa Fe cost?
The median price across everything we rank in Santa Fe is $135 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $7 on A Self Guided Audio Tour of Madrid New Mexico Ghost Town. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
Can I book something in Santa Fe for today?
Yes. 101 of the top 101 experiences we rank in Santa Fe currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
Is Santa Fe good for families?
Yes. 13 of the experiences we rank in Santa Fe are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
How many days do you need in Santa Fe?
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
When is the best time to visit Santa Fe?
April to June and September to October, with Indian Market in August. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
Can I cancel a booking in Santa Fe?
93 of the 101 experiences we rank in Santa Fe offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
How does the Outty Ranking work?
Every experience in Santa Fe gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Santa Fe so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.