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Tourists will fall in love as soon as they arrive in New Mexico, which is why it is referred to as the Land of Enchantment. The state is home to natural marvels, deserts, and unusual museums, like one that specializes in aliens. In New Mexico, they may go skiing, hiking, visiting a museum, or spending the day at a theme park with their family. They can discover the best Tex-Mex anyplace when traveling, along with traditional American fare that is packed with flavor. The beautiful capital of New Mexico, Santa Fe, is situated on a Rio Grande tributary on the western flanks of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, which are covered with snow. The blending of cultural elements from Mexican, Spanish, Native, and Anglo-American people gives this exciting and interesting city its unique feel. It has long been a popular tourist destination because of its charming alleys and lanes, low adobe dwellings, stunning Spanish colonial churches, and an abundance of Native American and modern arts. Visitors can schedule a whole 4 days to spend there and here are some ideas of what to do.

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Let’s Get Artistic On The First Day In Santa Fe

Visit The Unique Meow Wolf

The permanent exhibition House of Eternal Return produced by a group of young artists ingeniously combines interactive art installations with a fanciful fun house in the enigmatic universe of Meow Wolf. This crazy voyage starts in a Victorian castle with a mind-bending mystery and swiftly develops into ethereal regions of the tunnel and secret passageways. It is housed in a former bowling alley that has been transformed into a massive play park.

  • Opening Schedule: Sunday through Thursday, from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM; Friday and Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM.
  • Entrance fee: $52.5 per adult and $44 per military, senior, or child.

Discover Canyon Road Arts District

Canyon Road used to be a commerce route that goes to the Pecos neighborhood on the mountain's eastern side. Today, it houses over 100 art galleries, studios, and workshops, many of which are devoted to indigenous crafts and traditions. Along the route, there is a wide variety of art on display and for sale.

  • Most famous places: Blue Rain Gallery, Gerald Peters, and The Medicine Man Gallery.

Stop By Georgia O’Keeffe Museum

To learn more about one of the most famous artists in history, visit the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum. With over 3,000 pieces, the museum has the world's greatest permanent collection of O'Keeffe's art. Tourists will explore nine galleries that host various exhibitions throughout the year, some of which feature only O'Keeffe's artwork while others pair it with pieces by other talented American Modernists.

  • Opening schedule: Wednesday through Monday, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
  • Entrance fee: $18 per adult

Attend A Show At Santa Fe Opera House

The leading performing arts venue in the state, the Santa Fe Opera House, presents a wide spectrum of operatic works, from time-honored favorites to cutting-edge productions. One of Santa Fe's most endearing customs is tailgating, which is a very unusual sight as groups of dressed-up theatergoers interact in the parking lot while munching on posh finger foods. Additionally, The opera house offers year-round backstage tours.

  • Opening Schedule: Monday through Saturday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

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Go Back In Time On Your Second Day In Santa Fe

Explore The Museum Of International Folk Art

The Museum of International Folk Art boasts the largest collection of international folk art worldwide, including wood carving, textiles, costumes, pottery, and basketry. The museum is divided into collections based on geography.

  • Opening Schedule: Daily, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
  • Entrance fee: $12 per non-resident visitor above 16 years old, $7 per New Mexico resident.

Do Not Miss Passing By Liquid Light Glass

Liquid Light Glass is a go-to place for sculptures, decorations, and other glass-blown items. The workshop visitors can join up for a glassblowing session or witness the skilled owner and creator Elodie Holmes produce mesmerizing and vibrant glass art.

  • Opening Schedule: Monday through Friday, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM; on Saturday, it closes at 4:00 PM

Visit New Mexico History Museum

At the cutting-edge, interactive New Mexico History Museum, tourists will learn about the state's fascinating past. New Mexico's oldest museum, the 400-year-old Palace of the Governors, which is housed in the museum complex and is a National Historic Landmark, has exhibits and period chambers that span centuries of interesting New Mexico history.

  • Opening Schedule: Daily, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
  • Entrance fee: $12 per non-resident visitor, $7 per New Mexico resident.

Connect With The Nature On Your Third Day In Santa Fe

Hike In Randall Davey Audubon Center

On Upper Canyon Road in Santa Fe, the 135-acre (0.54 square kilometer) Randall Davey Audubon Center offers environmental hikes and bird-watching trips. The center has around 190 different kinds of birds due to its location in the splendid Santa Fe River Watershed and being surrounded by wonderful woodland.

  • Opening Schedule: Monday through Saturday, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Tour Santa Fe National Forest

Over 1.6 million acres (6475 square kilometers) of picturesque Santa Fe National Forest contain the sources of three rivers, as well as lakes and streams with excellent trout fishing. In the summer, tourists can go rafting on the Rio Grande, and in the winter, hit the ski slopes at Ski Santa Fe. Fall is also lovely, with golden aspens glistening in the sunlight. They may explore the wonderful forest on horseback or foot crossing the amazing hiking paths that lead into breathtaking natural areas.

Shop At Santa Fe Farmers Market

No matter why tourists are in Santa Fe, it is recommended to plan aside some time to visit the Santa Fe Farmers Market. Numerous vendors, many of whom are open all year, may be found selling everything from locally produced flowers, food, and cheeses to baked products, cider, and honey. A snack bar is also present, providing coffee and other regional delights. Craftspeople provide their handcrafted wares, including jewelry and pottery, at the neighboring Railyard Artisan Market.

  • Opening Schedule: Tuesday and Saturday, from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Discover Religious Sites On The Fourth Day In Santa Fe

Visit The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi

If tourists enjoy architecture, the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi is a must-see. This magnificent Romanesque cathedral stands out against the blue skyline. It was primarily built to aid in the spread of Catholicism in the Southwest beginning in 1869. The smallest adobe chapel has the country's oldest statue of the Virgin Mary.

  • Opening schedule: Tuesday through Friday, from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM; Saturday, from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM; Sunday, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

Stop Over Loretto Chapel

The chapel's buttresses, spires, and stained-glass windows, created by French architect Antoine Mouly, lift the soul. Another interesting feature of the chapel is a spiral staircase that is entirely built of wood and is supported by a concealed center column that gives the stairway the impression of floating in midair.

For a prestigious stay, tourists are recommended to stay at The Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi. It is a block away from Santa Fe's famed Plaza and the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi.

  • Price: Starting at $600 a night

If they are looking for a more intimate stay, they are advised to book at Inn of the Turquoise Bear.

  • Price: Starting at $259 a night