Explore Santa Fe's Old Town & the Museum of Art: Private Tour
Explore Santa Fe's Old Town & the Museum of Art: Private Tour
Explore Santa Fe's Old Town & the Museum of Art: Private Tour
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Discover Santa Fe’s rich blend of history, culture, and creativity on this private walking tour, including tickets to the renowned Museum of Art. Begin near Santa Fe Plaza, the city’s historic heart, and explore key landmarks like the Palace of the Governors, the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis, and San Miguel Mission—America’s oldest church. Walk through De Vargas Street, visit Loretto Chapel to hear the legend of its “miraculous staircase,” and learn about the city's ties to the secret Manhattan Project. Enjoy vibrant desert views, traditional adobe architecture, and the colorful energy of local markets. Your tour ends at the Museum of Art, where your guide will introduce its history and highlights before you explore independently. With works spanning styles and centuries, this tour offers a perfect introduction to Santa Fe’s unique character—ideal for art lovers and curious travelers alike.
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Santa Fe Plaza
15 minsAdmission Ticket FreeBegin your private tour near Santa Fe Plaza, the historic gathering place and a National Historic Landmark.Palace of the Governors
15 minsAdmission Ticket FreeAdmire the Palace of the Governors, the old capitol building built in 1610 with traditional adobe (mudbrick in Spanish).The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeVisit the imposing Cathedral Basilica of St Francis of Assisi, a French Romanesque revival style building dedicated to the city’s patron saint.East De Vargas Street
15 minsAdmission Ticket FreeStroll along De Vargas Street and see the city’s oldest house, turned small free museum.San Miguel Chapel
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeVisit the San Miguel Mission (If open at the time of the tour) - the oldest church in America dating back to 1610 dedicated to the Archangel Michael.East Palace Avenue
15 minsAdmission Ticket FreeDiscover a hidden gem on Palace Avenue and learn all about the top-secret Manhattan Project at the nearby research centre Los Alamos.Santa Fe
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeLearn about the history of New Mexico, and its amalgamation of Spanish, Native American, Mexican and American cultures that influenced its art, culture, and cuisine. Admire the desert views and mountain scenery, soak up the vibrant colours and atmosphere of the city, and end outside the Museum of Art where your guide will give you tickets and tell you all about this famous art gallery, so you can enjoy the museum at your own pace!
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