Top New Mexico Walking Tours

The historic Turquoise Trail, a National Scenic Byway between Albuquerque and Santa Fe, is synonymous with Native American spirituality, Spanish explorers, adventurous mining, and brave pioneers. The blue-green turquoise, nationally recognized as a precious stone, was first mined by the early Pueblo people as early as 900 A.D. From the 1800s onward Spanish explorers, missionaries and prospectors followed the trail of the native American Indians already here. Today the National Scenic Byway is home to many modern day settlers and host to tens of thousands of visitors a year! The drive is approximately 50 miles along Highway 14. Enjoy breathtaking scenery while traveling back into history through the mining towns of Golden, Madrid, and Cerrillos. These small towns are now alive with art, crafts, museums and restaurants. Drive, gawk, walk, and eat on this trail of history!

Mezcla de Culturas means “the mix of cultures” and this immersive and enchanting two-hour walking tour celebrates the history and influence of Albuquerque’s 17th century Old Town’s history neighbored with the vision of New Urbanism’s mixed-use blend of shopping, arts, entertainment and residential. Your tour winds through the historic Old Town and Sawmill districts, where you’ll have the opportunity to see this mix of old and new influences currently shaping Albuquerque’s burgeoning business center.

If you’re drawn to Taos for its vibrant artist community, get a local perspective on the city’s rich and ever-changing arts scene. Go beyond just the big-name galleries to discover workshops and showrooms tucked into Taos’ quirky backstreets, and learn what has drawn creative types to New Mexico's high desert for centuries. Finish with a treat for your other senses at a small-batch chocolate boutique.

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.

Canyon Road is Santa Fe's most famous arts district thanks to its incredible art galleries and unique adobe architecture. This walking tour is the perfect introduction to Canyon Road. We'll visit "don't-miss" galleries, enjoy a variety of artwork, and discuss the history and architecture of Canyon Road. We'll also share some tips for interpreting art and visiting galleries. On our Canyon Road Art Tour, you’ll: Visit don’t-miss art venues on Canyon Road See a variety of artwork Discuss the history and evolution of Canyon Road Meet local artists and gallerists Engage more deeply with art Get tips for analyzing and interpreting art

Get a taste of Santa Fe, and explore the Railyard Arts District by foot, on this guided walking tour. Follow your local guide through the neighborhood, learning about how the arrival of the railroad helped Santa Fe evolve. Stop at four restaurants, and establishments to sample local food, and drinks (included).

Discover the hearty varietals that thrive in New Mexico's high desert on this wine tour from Taos. Visit three different wineries to learn about the winemaking process and taste some of the best pours in the American southwest, including a velvety chocolate wine. Relax and drink freely while a guide handles all the driving, and enjoy views of the expansive desert scenery in between estates.

Explore the historical aspects of downtown Taos on this 1-hour walking tour of the town. Stroll through the streets, as you walk about half a mile (0.8 km) and learn about the people of the past. Hear stories of Kit Carson, Padre Martinez, Don Juan de Onate, Long John Dunn, and Doc Martin.

Located in Northern New Mexico, Santa Fe is brimming with history and culture. On your private walking tour, your guide will explain the history of New Mexico and its enduring relationship with Mexico. Learn about the beautiful jewellery, tapestries, weavings, paintings, folk art, and photography - a mecca for art enthusiasts. Explore the history of the city, enjoy a bite of New Mexico's delightful cuisine at a local restaurant. Learn about the secrecy of the Second World War era's Manhattan Project, based in Santa Fe and the remnants of stories still told by locals. Finally, finish your tour at the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum, where your guide will part with you. Explore the museum at your leisure, while learning about this significant American modern artist. Please note: due to COVID-19 restrictions, the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum is operating with restricted time slots. Start times are subject to modification and we will work with you on other options should tickets not be available.

An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. Did you know that Santa Fe has Oldest Church in the United States? You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. Is it true that the State nickname is Land of Enchantment? What is the most famous historical couple of Santa Fe? This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. Did you know that Santa Fe has Oldest Church in the United States? Or is it true that the State nickname is Land of Enchantment? You will have a chance to explore the city, while hearing fascinating facts and legends. Summer in Santa Fe is art market season. You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings and corners of Santa Fe. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it!

Join this fun food tour, with locally raised guides who have generations of knowledge! This tour is unique because you will enjoy a hand picked New Mexican food experience. Experience New Mexican food and discover some of the best foodie spots near the Santa Fe Plaza. On the tour, you will alsolearn about the history of Santa Fe, the food, culture and historical points of interests such as the Palace of the Governors, The San Miguel Mission (Oldest church structure in the USA) and The Loretto Chapel (Home to the Miraculous Staircase). This casual tour includes a full lunch, non alcoholic drinks, alcohol pairings (Such as wine, margaritas or local beers), as well as dessert.

The Savor Santa Fe Tour is perfect for unique romantic experience with a loved one or private experience with family, friends, or co-workers. Savor Santa Fe is a more upscale tour that provides an eclectic progressive dinner, wine, and dessert! Along the way we will provide information about the history of Santa Fe, our food, culture, and historical points of interests. The tour includes a full dinner, n/a drinks, wine pairings, and dessert. The tour meets at 4:30pm at our first restaurant (Exact meeting instructions will be found on your ticket), starts at 4:45pm and lasts 2.5-3 hours. Tours will sell out. Note: We are the only food tour company in Santa Fe that are truly locally owned and operated.

The Taste of Santa Fe Tour is unique because it features some of our top restaurants in Santa Fe, highlights our favorite historical points of interest, and wraps up with our favorite hidden gem for dessert. This tour has a bit more of a upscale theme, is eclectic, and happens to be our top tour. We will provide information about the history of Santa Fe, our food, culture, and historical points of interests such as the Palace of the Governors, The St. Francis Basilica, The San Miguel Mission (Oldest church structure in the USA), and The Loretto Chapel (Home to the Miraculous Staircase). This tour includes a full lunch, n/a drinks, alcohol pairings (Such as wine, margaritas, or local beers), as well as dessert. This tour meets at 10:45am near the plaza (Exact meeting instructions will be found on your ticket), starts at 10:55am and lasts 2.5-3 hours.

Operation City Quest of Santa Fe is a great way to see the city in a fun way! You'll use an app on your phone to submit photos of items you find around the city. For every photo you submit, you'll get points. You'll be able to see your score on the rankings after compared to all who have played across the country. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Santa Fe.

Operation City Quest of Albuquerque allows your team to discover the city in a fun and different way. The game instructs you to find a variety of items that can be found in the downtown area. For every item you find, you'll get points. You'll also participate in exciting challenges for points as well. See how your points stack up to others on our app rankings. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Albuquerque

VIP Private History Tours: *Get up close and personal with Old Town *We'll customize the tour to suit your own interests *Take a more in-depth look at Old Town's historic properties, cultures and community *The casual atmosphere of a Private History Tour allows for more questions and detailed interaction with our guides *Enjoy the individual service and personal atmosphere of a private tour *Your knowledgeable Guide is ready to respond to (almost) your every need or request *Your private tour is really yours, because your questions and comments will shape the route, focus, the stories and even the locations that the tour explores We KNOW Old Town! We know the sights, sounds, flavors, people, shops, products, places, photo opportunities & all of the unique things that give visitors the complete “Old Town Experience”. Whether you're visiting Old Town for a few hours or for several days, we ensure you won't miss a thing! We will tell you Old Town's Secrets! Guide Gratuities appreciated!

We KNOW Old Town! We know the sights, sounds, flavors, people, shops, products, places, photo opportunities and all of the unique things that give visitors the complete “Old Town Experience”. Whether you're visiting Old Town for just a few hours or for several days, we ensure that you won't miss a thing! Our professional Guides will cater to your almost every need. We know the History, Legends & Lore. We know Shops, Merchants, Museums, Restaurants, Hidden Treasures and Special Gems that you would not find on your own. We will tell you Old Town's Secrets!

Take a haunted tour of Old Town Albuquerque and learn about the many ghosts who have made the square home. Legends, folklore, ghost stories, and history come to life as you depart on an intriguing excursion through 313 years of haunted history. Historic buildings and dark alleys conceal long-forgotten secrets of battles, murders, hangings, hidden cemeteries, and more.

Tour Madrid via app with your private party on this flexible excursion. After downloading, you can stop and start the tour whenever you like, allowing you to have lots of flexibility in how you explore. Hear Madrid's stories told by those who lived through the times of coal, the Bomb, Walt Disney, and other eras.

“Women of the West - Pioneering Women in New Mexico's History” focuses on telling the state's rich history through the eyes of important female historical figures such as Georgia O'Keeffe, Dona Tules, and the Sisters of Loretto to name just a few. Explore the downtown historic Plaza neighborhood by foot while learning about the lives of influential and fascinating women.

With the Beer and Art Tour we will start our day with our first New Mexico brewed beer at the Upper Crust Pizza and get to know each other. Then we will start the walking tour visiting the Oldest House, Oldest Church, State Capitol and Bataan Memorial Building to view over 300 works of art along with history of Santa Fe. Then the tour will conclude at Del Charro Saloon or Santa Fe Brewing Co. for our final local beer

This tour is a shorter, more casual version of our four hour “Sip and Savor” tour. We will explore the downtown Historic Plaza neighborhood by foot while sampling the best in local food and hidden gems that you’d only find with one of our food-obsessed guides. This tour focuses mostly on street food, and is best suited for adventurous eaters looking to experience authentic flavors. Along the way, you’ll learn about the city’s long and fascinating history, with an emphasis on how Native, Hispanic, and Anglo cultures shaped – and were shaped by – the region’s unique and delicious food culture. This is a walking tour. This total distance we will walk is 1.5 miles, so you MUST BE IN GOOD WALKING CONDITION TO FULLY ENJOY THE TOUR. What’s included: Food tastings Fun & informative tour guide Wander New Mexico’s Pocket Guide Gratuities at all tour stops

This is the classic Albuquerque food & drink adventure. We will explore the Historic Old Town neighborhood by foot while sampling the best in local food and wine. You will have a chance to sample classic New Mexican flavors, as well as get a taste of what’s new and exciting in Old Town’s food scene. Along the way, you’ll learn about the city’s long and fascinating history, with an emphasis on how Native, Hispanic, and Anglo cultures shaped – and were shaped by – the region’s unique (and delicious!) food culture.