Santa Fe Guides

Explore our curated Santa Fe guides -- the best places, tips, news, and stories that define life in your city.

A stone and wood sign reads "Welcome to City of Rocks State Park" against a backdrop of desert landscape and clear blue sky.
New Mexico State Parks: Complete Guide to Camping & Hiking
New Mexico's state park system is basically a choose-your-own-adventure book spread across 190,000 acres of desert, mountains, and everything in between. With 35 parks hosting about 4.5 million visitors annually,…
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New Mexico’s Best Dishes: From Green Chile to Carne Adovada
If you've ever wondered why New Mexicans get defensive when you confuse their food with Tex-Mex, prepare for enlightenment. This isn't just another regional cuisine – it's a 400-year-old culinary…
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New Mexico Seasonal Produce Guide: What’s Fresh Month by Month
New Mexico's agricultural calendar reads like a love letter to anyone who's ever stood in a grocery store produce section wondering why February tomatoes taste like disappointment. Here, seasons actually…
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Best New Mexico Hot Springs & Spas for Relaxing Weekend Escapes
New Mexico might be the only place where you can legally soak away your problems in 104-degree mineral water while contemplating whether aliens really did crash in Roswell. As someone…
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12 of Santa Fe’s Coolest Spots to Beat the Heat
When Santa Fe's high-altitude sun decides to crank up the heat like a traditional horno oven, even the most devoted outdoor enthusiasts start fantasizing about air conditioning. Fortunately, this artsy…
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Best Wildlife Viewing in New Mexico: Expert Tips & Sites
New Mexico's wildlife scene is basically nature's version of a greatest hits album, featuring everything from massive crane congregations to sneaky mountain lions. After spending way too many hours squinting…
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Where to Find Bib-Worthy BBQ in Santa Fe
Barbecue in Santa Fe means more than just smoky ribs and tangy sauce—here, it’s a blend of Southwestern tradition, bold flavors, and true local character. Whether you want sticky-sweet brisket,…
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Largest Companies in New Mexico: Beyond Oil & Gas Giants
New Mexico's economy isn't what you'd expect from all those Breaking Bad desert scenes. While everyone assumes oil rigs dominate the landscape, the state's biggest economic drivers are actually guys…
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12 Santa Fe Thrift Stores Perfect for Weekend Treasure Hunting
Santa Fe’s thrift stores aren’t just packed with great finds—they’re destinations for discovery, each with its own style and story. Whether you’re after vintage denim, home décor treasures, or the…
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A vibrant assortment of potted plants and flowers, including orchids, begonias, and ferns, is displayed in a garden shop with decorative pottery and a sun-shaped wall ornament.
Santa Fe’s Top Plant Nurseries: (More Than) Worth a Trip
Santa Fe’s unique mix of sun-soaked mesas and cool mountain air makes it a surprisingly rich destination for plant lovers of all stripes. Whether you’re a green-thumbed local or just…
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Baskets of colorful small heirloom tomatoes are displayed on a burlap-covered table at a market, with a sign indicating a price of $6 per pound, alongside flower bouquets priced at $10 each.
Everything You Need to Know About Santa Fe Farmers Markets
Santa Fe’s farmers markets are proof that high-desert living isn’t all adobe and art galleries—it’s also chile-roasted air, heirloom tomatoes, and “I-swear-this-is-the-last-kitchen-gadget” shopping sprees. Grab a wide-brimmed hat and your…
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15 Places to Catch Live Tunes in Santa Fe
In Santa Fe, a night out means more than turquoise jewelry and green chile stew—it’s a front-row seat to an eclectic live music scene that punches way above its population…
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A wooden flight board holds four glasses of beer in different colors—red, yellow, dark brown, and amber—on a wooden table in a warmly lit bar setting.
16 Santa Fe Breweries Worth Checking Out This Summer
Santa Fe’s brewery scene isn’t just about what’s in your glass—it’s a wild blend of mountain views, patio hangs, pups underfoot, and chile in places you never expected. Whether you’re…
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A juicy cheeseburger with lettuce, onion, and crispy bacon is served on a plate with fries, accompanied by a glass of cola, on a wooden table in a restaurant setting.
Where to Find the Best Burgers in Santa Fe
Santa Fe isn’t just about art galleries and turquoise jewelry—it’s also a burger lover’s paradise in disguise. If your idea of culture involves a juicy patty topped with green chile…
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Our Favorite Museums Around Santa Fe
Santa Fe is where dusty history, cutting-edge art, and a dash of the truly weird all collide—so why should its museums be anything less than awesome? Whether you crave hands-on…
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8 Exceptional Coffee Shops Around Santa Fe
Santa Fe’s coffee shop scene isn’t just about fueling up—it’s an excuse to indulge in flaky croissants, people-watch on a sun-drenched patio, or daydream in a book-laden nook with perfectly…
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The Best Credit Unions for Santa Fe Locals
Santa Fe isn’t just known for turquoise jewelry and spicy green chiles—it’s also home to some seriously stellar credit unions. Ditch the corporate blahs and discover local gems where your…
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A Deep Dive into Santa Fe’s Best Yoga Studios
Santa Fe might be best known for adobe sunsets and the lingering scent of green chile, but for yogis, it’s nothing short of a zen playground. Whether you’re a seasoned…
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Santa Fe Brunch Destinations That Never Disappoint
Brunch in Santa Fe is a full-contact sport—one where green chile replaces avocado, pastries flirt with Parisian attitude, and the coffee flows as strong as the local opinions on red…
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