Visitor Info

The amazing and variable weather in Santa Fe and Northern New Mexico is a constant topic of conversation and fascination for us.  To help you get an idea of what to expect during your visit, click here for a live weather update, and an informative blog post on our weather trends year-round, with useful packing tips.

OPERATING DAILY: Groome Transportation trusted since 1934. Convenient shuttle services between Santa Fe hotels, specific community locations, and Albuquerque International Airport/Sunport.

16 Roundtrips daily to fit your schedule.

Walk-ons welcome at Water St and Sandoval, and at the Sunport Abq.

Reservations needed from all other locations.

See Santa Fe in a whole new way! Book a ride or a tour, or simply catch a ride with us at the Santa Fe Plaza.

Take in Santa Fe with all of your senses from one of our open air pedicabs. We’re experts at customizing tours of history, culture, art, or just getting you from A to B.

The Blue Bus provides fare free public transportation services throughout North Central New Mexico. Operated by the North Central Regional Transit District, the Blue Bus services over 10,000 square miles of North Central New Mexico including the counties of Santa Fe, Los Alamos, Rio Arriba, and Taos, the Eight Northern Pueblos and the Jicarilla Apache Nation.  

Ride the train from Albuquerque to Santa Fe, and back. The one-way ride can take a approximately 1.5 hours from Santa Fe to Albuquerque Downtown. You'll be going through 6 Zones, which means you will pay $10 one-way or get a day pass for $11 to include the return trip. Runs 7 days a week, except certain Holidays. Click "more" for link to schedule.

Fly Direct to Santa Fe and Connect to North Central New Mexico. Connect in Dallas, Denver, and Phoenix from/to thousands of locations throughout the world.

You will have easy access to some of the best outdoor activities and adventures in the Southwest, including Los Alamos, Bandelier, Taos, Angel Fire, Red River and more. 

You can fly into Santa Fe Airport or Albuquerque Sunport. There are a number of airlines to choose from and shuttles that run daily from each airport. There is also the option of renting a car, or private car service, or taking the RailRunner Train from Abq. Click "more" to see the list of helpful numbers and links to assist you in your plans. Should you have questions, click the "contact" button at the top of this page and send us your questions via email. See you in Santa Fe!!

ALTITUDE SICKNESS: While in Santa Fe, due to the adjustment to the high altitude of 7500 feet, experiencing signs of altitude sickness is a possibility for any age group of any physical condition. Drink lots of water! Take a day to adjust. Engage in low impact activities, light meals, and no alcohol for a day. Symptoms can vary and may include: Drowsiness, dizziness, fainting, prolonged headaches, extreme thirst, sleeplessness. Please keep our contact information handy should you need assistance: No waits. No lines, just immediate care for all your medical needs. From coughs and colds to stitches and broken bones, for all ages. Open 9-5, 7 days a week. click "more" for map and call info.

Here are a few hiking trails and walks close to town. If you brought your best quadruped friend with you, you might want to let them off leash to do some exploring of their own at the Frank S. Ortiz park, a.k.a "The Dog Park." Of course, there are many beautiful on leash spots at our State Parks to let them sniff Santa Fe, while you take in the amazing vistas. But here are a couple lesser-known ones complete with amazing vistas to get you started. PLEASE CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR DOG! THANKS! Have a great walkies...

The unique and varied terrain of Northern New Mexico makes Santa Fe an ideal mountain biking destination. The following list will help you find a few of the best trails for your ventures. Please be safe and always let someone know where you're going when heading out on a trail. 

Enjoy!

No GPS required. Download this color-coded map into your phone. It lists all the sights, points of interest, museums, and parking lots in Downtown Santa Fe. Walk or drive the Historic Downtown area. 

For the best free printed version of our Mini Guide with 3 maps, with top restaurants, shops, activities & more, contact us via phone (505)470-2991, or email your U.S. mailing address to: info@santafeselection.com and we will mail our Santa Fe Selection Mini Guide Map to you in advance of your arrival. 

No GPS required. This color coded map will help guide you to points of interest and Native American sites as you explore the Northern New Mexico region.

For the best free printed version of our Mini Guide with 3 maps, with top restaurants, shops, activities & more, contact us via phone (505)470-2991, or email your U.S. mailing address to: info@santafeselection.com and we will mail our Santa Fe Selection Mini Guide Map to you in advance of your arrival. 

NOTE: Some pueblos may be closed to visitors. Please call numbers provided on "more" page to check the status of their feast days and visitor access.

There are 19 Pueblos around Northern New Mexico and each observe sacred ceremonial Feast Days and Religious Events. The Native people generously allow respectful outsiders to attend some of these events throughout the year. Please be sure to observe all Pueblo Rules of Etiquette when visiting Native American villages. If you're not sure what the rules are, please inquire at the Tourism Offices for each Pueblo. Click "More" for Calendar of Events.

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