Explore Santa Fe's Old Town & the Museum of Art: Private Tour
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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Explore Santa Fe's Old Town & the Museum of Art: Private Tour
What's included in Explore Santa Fe's Old Town & the Museum of Art: Private Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Santa Fe Plaza
Begin your private tour near Santa Fe Plaza, the historic gathering place and a National Historic Landmark.
Palace of the Governors
Admire 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
Visit the imposing Cathedral Basilica of St Francis of Assisi, a French Romanesque revival style building dedicated to the city’s patron saint.
Inclusions
- Entrance to Loretto Chapel
- A friendly, professional English-speaking tour guide for your own private group
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
- Entrance to the Museum of Art
- Gratuities
- Transportation
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
- Food and drink
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Your guide will meet you at the entrance to 'Five & Dime General Store' at 58 E San Francisco St, Santa Fe, NM 87501, United States.
End Points
- New Mexico Museum of Art. The guide will assist with advising you on your journey.
