Welcome to Santa Fe

UNCOVER THE UNIQUENESS OF THE CITY DIFFERENT

Dear Visitor,

Welcome to Santa Fe!

If you’re like most visitors to our historic city, you’ll find this resource of great help in planning your stay. But caution: You’ll quickly learn that one visit to Santa Fe is not enough!

Just what sets Santa Fe apart? It has a lot to do with our living history: We are the oldest state capital in the country, built on Native American Tewa land, still referred to as Ogha Po’oge (Tewa for White Shell Water Place) and officially founded by the Spanish in 1610. This heritage of cultures has helped shape our now diverse and modern multicultural city, influencing our singular cuisine, art, culture, architecture, and spirit. This all takes place in an enchanting setting: Our 7,000-foot elevation in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains offers countless options for outdoor recreation during our four distinct seasons. Nowhere is there a bluer or sunnier sky or a starrier night. Of course, Santa Fe is a worldclass arts capital, known for hosting the International Folk Art Market as well as Indian, Spanish, and Hispanic arts markets; more than 250 galleries and 20 museums; and vibrant performing arts seasons, including the summer Opera. The other events we host— celebrations of food and spirits, outdoor recreation, music, and more—offer something to entice every visitor. And our array of unique shops, hotels, spas, and restaurants creates an unmatched blend of charm and sophistication, as well as endless opportunities to get to know Santa Fe better.

Whatever you do to explore and enjoy Santa Fe, I can promise you a memorable experience—one you couldn’t have anywhere else. We are dedicated to helping you travel safely and have the time of your life in our remarkably hospitable city.

Again, welcome to Santa Fe!

Alan Webber | Mayor

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