Top New Mexico Arts & Design

The original permanent Meow Wolf exhibition, House of Eternal Return is a monumental achievement in DIY world creation and collaboration, featuring over 70 rooms made by local and community artists. At House of Eternal Return, people of all ages are encouraged to explore a curious family home, a mysterious tragedy born out of scientific experimentation, and the spectacular dreamworlds that have emerged in its wake. Simultaneously an expression of punk subversion and magical humanness, Meow Wolf Santa Fe is an art experience that's boldly playful in its presentation and willingness to reveal the hands of its creators.

Explora is a place of lifelong learning where Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math come together with over 250 hands-on exhibits and activities in the heart of Old Town, Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Explore Santa Fe’s rich tapestry of art and history on this self-guided walk through the city’s iconic landmarks. Wander between adobe structures, vibrant plazas, and renowned galleries as you uncover tales of cultural exchange and conflict that have shaped this unique high desert capital. Discover the blending of Pueblo traditions, Spanish colonial influences, and modern artistic expressions along the way. With each stop, learn about significant events like the Pueblo Revolt and the city’s evolving identity, creating a deeper understanding of Santa Fe's distinct character and heritage. — Self-guided walk through Santa Fe’s historic and artistic sites — Discover the influence of Pueblo, Spanish, and Anglo cultures — Learn about the city’s history, including the Pueblo Revolt — Uncover stories that make Santa Fe a unique cultural destination

Explore acres of monumental works at the ancestral home to over seventy monumental works by Allan Houser spanning various forms of sculpture including unique stone and casted bronze depicting the love, culture, religion and shared plight of Native Americans. The Apache Ethnographic Exhibit at the Allan Houser Foundation showcases the intricacies of the ancient arts of quilled beading and embroidery featuring pieces curated from generations of family artifacts, baskets, bone jewelry, hand crafted musical instruments and traditional weaponry. The Allan Houser Gallery at Haozous Place offers an expansive selection of unique pieces for sale and casted editions of bronze sculpture, charcoal drawings, and an extremely rare collections of watercolor work from his earlier periods. Guests may visit the outdoor "Walkabout" exhibit featuring work by Bob Haozous including work dedicated to the ongoing pursuit of political progress and judicial equity for Native Americans.

Explore Albuquerque’s historic Old Town at your own pace with this GPS-enabled smartphone walking tour. Visit landmarks including San Felipe de Neri Church and Old Town Square, as well as hidden courtyards and the candy shop made famous by *Breaking Bad*. Along the way, gain insights into Indigenous cultures, conquistadors, settlers, and trade history—while enjoying total flexibility to pause, explore, and return anytime.

Santa Fe has architecture unlike nearly any city in the United States—it’s dominated by adobe buildings but has diverse Victorian and Mission Revival styles. This tours offers a chance to learn about the architecture while taking a guided walk through the city’s back roads, residential areas, and art districts. Finish with a champagne tasting at Gruet Tasting Room at Hotel St. Francis.

Discover what makes the city different in Santa Fe, and visit non-touristy sights you’d miss by exploring on your own. On this small-group walking tour of Santa Fe, you’ll learn about the unique history of Santa Fe with your local guide as you head to downtown highlights including the Plaza, Loretto Chapel, the oldest church, San Miguel, and Sena Plaza, one of the city’s oldest homes.

Learn all about turquoise during your time in the American Southwest with a visit to the Turquoise Museum in Albuquerque. Located in a modern 'castle' that is as interesting as the exhibits, the Turquoise Museum features a vast collection of turquoise jewelry and other pieces such as antique furniture. which you can explore on a self-guided tour.

If you’re drawn to Santa Fe for its arts scene, get a fantastic introduction on a private tour of Canyon Road, the city’s the most famous art district. With dozens of galleries to choose from, it can be intimidating to know where to start, but an artistic guide removes the guesswork and takes you to the most essential galleries. See the best pieces, and get tips on how to interpret both historic and contemporary art.

On this 2.5-hour walking tour, we’ll explore how author Willa Cather was inspired to write her "best book" (her words), "Death Comes for the Archbishop" by retracing her steps through Santa Fe in 1925 and 1926. Our walking route covers about 1.5 miles, mostly on sidewalks, but also climbs a hill to the Cross of the Martyrs with its outstanding view of the city below. During our time together, we'll explore aspects of the novel, such as Kit Carson, Padre Antonio José Martínez, and of course Archbishop Jean-Baptiste Lamy, New Mexico's first Catholic archbishop and the real-life inspiration for the fictional Bishop Latour in Cather's book. We will learn about Sister Blandina Segale who helped set up a hospital in Lamy's house, and visit the last remnant of Lamy's six-acre garden behind the St. Francis Cathedral in the peaceful Stations of the Cross Prayer Garden.

Enjoy all the beauty New Mexico has to offer on our Scenic Train ride! New Mexico is known around the world for its beautiful landscapes. So why not take in those gorgeous views from the comfort of our beautifully restored passenger cars. You and your family can enjoy first class service and amazing vistas while our train takes you out across the high desert to the views overlooking the Galisteo Basin. The Santa Fe Scenic Train departs and returns to the Santa Fe Depot. Each ticket includes a seat in our enclosed train cars, a complimentary champagne welcome as the adventure begins, and live entertainment! Additional snacks and drinks can be purchased. This train has no depot stop, you are onboard the duration of the ride. Outside food and drink are prohibited.

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Ride at an even pace through the historic streets of Taos, on an e-bike. Along the way, watch earth-toned adobe buildings reflect light differently at different hours. Visit an adobe home where one of the most famous figures of the American frontier once dwelled. At San Francisco de Assisi Church, experience the calm that has attracted visitors for generations. Why has this church been rebuilt multiple times using traditional methods? Near the Taos Art Museum, discover how artists once lived and worked in this area. How did Taos become a magnet for painters in the early 20th century? What role did local landscapes play in shaping American art movements? The tour connects these questions to what you see, making each stop meaningful from a visitor’s perspective. Please note: The availability and accessibility of attractions may vary based on time of day and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Walk through the vibrant city of Santa Fe while discovering its long, dramatic history against a backdrop of breathtaking natural beauty. Native tribes, Spanish colonists, and the young United States all vied for both territory and cultural supremacy here. This was a world of proud Indigenous peoples and zealous Catholic missionaries, of ancient stability and modern expansion. In its history, Santa Fe tells the story of America like few other cities can. On this tour, we’ll trace the city’s journey from Pueblo homeland to Spanish colony to the capital of the American Southwest. We’ll also meet the creative minds who made Santa Fe’s art scene one of the most distinctive on Earth. And we’ll explore the rich architectural gems of the city, from adobe homes and studios to a mysterious Gothic staircase and the oldest church in the continental U.S. NOTE: This is a self-guided outdoor walking tour. Your purchase does not include entrance to any attractions highlighted on the tour.