Looking for the perfect experience gift in Santa Fe, New Mexico? Whether it's a birthday, anniversary, or just-because moment, nothing beats giving someone a real experience. We've curated the best local activities and adventures in Santa Fe — from adrenaline-pumping track days to relaxing food tours and everything in between. Every experience listed here can be booked directly through the original operator, so you're always getting the real deal.
Things to Do in Santa Fe
- Professional Photo Shoot 1-Hour Activity in Santa Fe - The tour is operated by a professional photographer who runs a Santa Fe tour company. Benefit from our extensive knowledge of both the history of the area and unique locations. (from $0.00)
- Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Santa Fe - ⭐ Top-Rated Vacation Photoshoots 2025 We’re not just photographers, we’re storytellers capturing your holiday exactly as it feels. With over six years of experience photographing travellers around th (from $0.00)
- A Sensory and Spiritual Plant Workshop in Santa Fe - Looking for something truly special to enhance your Santa Fe trip? This is it. You'll embark on a fascinating exploration of the healing and magical powers of the native plants of New Mexico. Your hos (from $0.00)
- Santa Fe Family Treasures Private Tour: A Historical Adventure - Skip the crowds—this is a private tour for your group only! Embark on a journey through the heart of Santa Fe with “Santa Fe Family Treasures: A Historical Adventure,” where you’re not just a visitor, (from $0.00)
- Santa Fe’s Romantic Whispers: A Love-Filled Private Journey - Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide! “Santa Fe’s Romantic Whispers: A Love-Filled Journey” invites you to become the hero of your own love story. This special tour leads couples (from $0.00)
- A Self Guided Audio Tour of Madrid New Mexico Ghost Town - Experience the haunted history of Madrid, New Mexico, on this self-guided audio tour. Once a thriving coal-mining town, Madrid is now an iconoclastic artistic village, but its past lingers in the form (from $0.00)
- Stained Glass Succulent Workshop - Become a Santa Fe artist in an afternoon! We limit the number of participants in this activity so it's a very intimate experience. (from $0.00)
- Private Rock Climbing in Northern New Mexico - We offer personalized climbing experiences and instruction to everyone from complete beginners to experienced climbers. We are passionate about helping you connect with the uniquely enchanting landsca (from $0.00)
- Private Santa Fe Christmas Stroll with Biscochitos - Skip the crowds on this private Santa Fe Christmas tour! Wander through the heart of the city with your own local guide, exploring historic landmarks like the Palace of the Governors and Santa Fe Plaz (from $0.00)
- Allan Houser Sculpture Garden and Studio Tour - Explore acres of monumental works at the ancestral home to over seventy monumental works by Allan Houser spanning various forms of sculpture including unique stone and casted bronze depicting the love (from $0.00)
- Learn the Art of Leather Tooling - Learn the art of leather saddle tooling from a second-generation leatherworker. Focusing on creative expression - I teach the process, then set you free to make your own patterns and designs. Students (from $0.00)
- Explore Exotic Santa Fe filled with History and Adventure - Join Christian for a fun and informative walk through thousands of years of history and adventure! Native culture, Spanish and Mexican influences, and the pioneering spirit all blend together in an in (from $0.00)
- Self Guided Art and History Walk in Santa Fe - Explore Santa Fe’s rich tapestry of art and history on this self-guided walk through the city’s iconic landmarks. Wander between adobe structures, vibrant plazas, and renowned galleries as you uncov (from $0.00)
- Route 66 Driving Tour, The Mother Road Revealed - Tour ran by 12th Generation New Mexican and tour company Vigilante Guides. Explore the heart of Route 66 on this immersive tour led by local experts Owner Jerard Vigil and lead guide Willie Lambert, (from $0.00)
- Magical Madrid Scavenger Hunt - Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your p (from $0.00)
- Awesome Bar Hunt: Santa Fe-eeling Good - Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led scavenger hunt company. Walk to all the best landmarks and hidden gems, answering trivia questions and solving challenges. Work with your team or compete against them, as (from $0.00)
- Participate in a Fun Scavenger Hunt in Santa Fe by Wacky Walks - Wacky Walks 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. (from $0.00)
- Santa Fe Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity - Discover Santa Fe's vibrant history and culture on an interactive scavenger hunt. This engaging adventure leads you through the city's highlights, from the oldest state capital in the U.S. to the pict (from $0.00)
- Santa Fe Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game - Dive into a spellbinding scavenger hunt and walking tour through the soulful streets of Santa Fe, New Mexico. As the heart of the Southwest, Santa Fe radiates with centuries-old tales of Spanish colon (from $0.00)
- Santa Fe City Scavenger Hunt by 3Quest Challenge - The Santa Fe 3Quest Challenge is a scavenger hunt done on an app where players will find objects (given in the form of riddles) and complete fun challenges for points. The items & challenges are separ (from $0.00)
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Santa Fe by Operation City Quest - Use our app to explore Santa Fe in this fun scavenger hunt! Use the app to find things around the city in any order you'd like, take photos, and collect points. You can also complete challenges for po (from $0.00)
- Get in the holiday spirit with a scavenger hunt by Holly Jolly Hunt in Santa Fe - Holly Jolly Hunt is a scavenger hunt that is played using an app on your smartphone, that brings your entire family and friends together for holiday cheer. During the adventure you’ll be seeking out a (from $0.00)
- Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Santa Fe NM - Step into the shoes of a newly-minted detective, tasked by Commander Mahoney to solve a gripping case... murder on the streets of Santa Fe, NM. Throughout this crime-solving audio adventure, visit ea (from $0.00)
- The Town Too High To Die: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in New Mexico - Madrid produced the coal that both built the Bomb and inspired Walt Disney. Abandoned as a ghost town for many years, it was reborn as a thriving artistic community. The Oral History Tour lets you hea (from $0.00)
- Astounding Scavenger Hunt: The Oldest Capital Comes Alive - Let’s Roam leads the way in app-led adventure hunts! Journey to top landmarks and uncover hidden gems while tackling trivia and challenges. Team up or compete for victory, discovering new facts and (from $0.00)
- Santa Fe Scavenger Hunt Adventure - Turn the Santa Fe into a giant game board with this fun scavenger hunt adventure! This challenge combines the excitement of the Amazing Race with a 3-hour city walking tour. Guided from any smart phon (from $0.00)
- Santa Fe Historic Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour - Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio walking tour of Santa Fe and uncover the hidden history of this desert city. Visit San Miguel Chapel, the oldest church in the U.S., see the famed “Miraculous S (from $0.00)
- Santa Fe Botanical Garden General Admission Ticket - Escape Santa Fe's crowded attractions and discover a peaceful 19-acre sanctuary where families can connect with the natural beauty of Northern New Mexico. Santa Fe Botanical Garden offers a serene alt (from $0.00)
- Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Santa Fe by Crazy Dash - With Crazy Dash, you'll use an app to exploreSanta Fein this exciting scavenger hunt! Use an app to find things around the city in any order you want, take photos, and collect points. At the end, take (from $0.00)
- Santa Fe Historic Downtown Smart Phone Audio App Self Guided GPS Walking Tour - Walk around historic downtown Santa Fe and discover it’s 400-year history and the stories behind the sites. Go at your own pace and schedule. Advantages of this tour? - Our app offers immersive loca (from $0.00)
- Santa Fe Scenic - Enjoy all the beauty New Mexico has to offer on our Scenic Train ride! New Mexico is known around the world for its beautiful landscapes. So why not take in those gorgeous views from the comfort of ou (from $0.00)
- Meow Wolf's House of Eternal Return - The original permanent Meow Wolf exhibition, House of Eternal Return is a monumental achievement in DIY world creation and collaboration, featuring over 70 rooms made by local and community artists. (from $0.00)
- Santa Fe Deep Dive History Walking Tour - Meeting point is across from the Plaza Cafe. Hosted by tour company Vigilante Guides. We provide a local experience and help travelers and locals alike see all the main attractions in and around the P (from $0.00)
- Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour of Historic Santa Fe - Embark on a captivating journey through Santa Fe with this self-guided walking tour. Start at the historic San Miguel Chapel, the oldest church in the U.S., then wander to the enchanting Loretto Chape (from $0.00)
- Private Walking Tour of Santa Fe's Beautiful and Historic Sites - Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide! Start at La Fonda on the Plaza, where Santa Fe's soul comes to life in a historic hotel adorned with Southwestern art. Marvel at the Cathedra (from $0.00)
- Join in Wine Tours - Enjoy a relaxing day making new friends with a well-informed guide during this fun and informative tour where you'll learn about local history, with door-to-door service, a delicious and hearty lunch, (from $0.00)
- Viator Exclusive: Gourmet Brunch in Santa Fe with Chef Carolina - Dine in Santa Fe with a memorable meal at a specialized chef's brunch. Let Chef Carolina, trained at Le Cordon Bleu School, prepare dishes that showcase the unique flavors of Santa Fe, a mix of Spanis (from $0.00)
- Santa Fe Haunted Spirits Tour - The Best Cocktail and Ghost Stories Tour Ever. Sample great drinks served with incredible stories of Santa Fe's dark side as you walk through downtown Santa Fe. Lots of history and photo moments fills (from $0.00)
- Hot Air Balloon Rides in Santa Fe - Come fly with us in our majestic hot air balloons. Our season runs from May 1 through October 31. Greet the sun as you float effortlessly over spectacular red rock desert ravines and canyons in our ma (from $0.00)
- The Best of Santa Fe Private Walking Tour - Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Did you know that Santa Fe is home to the oldest church in the United States? Or that New Mexico is known as the “Land of Enchantment”? Our p (from $0.00)
- Savor Santa Fe: Wine Pairing Dinner - 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 ecl (from $0.00)
- New Mexican Flavors Food Tour of the Santa Fe Plaza - 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 (from $0.00)
- Make Your Own Stained Glass Honeycomb - There are very few stained glass classes in the US, and even fewer that don't require multiple weeks and hundreds of dollars. We make stained glass accessible and fun! (from $0.00)
- Taste of Santa Fe Wine and Dine Lunch - The Taste of Santa Fe Tour is unique because it features 3 of our top spots in Santa Fe, highlights our favorite historical points of interest, and wraps up with our favorite hidden gem for dessert. T (from $0.00)
- Todos Santos Private Transportation to Airport in Sanjose del Cabo - Forget about waiting for more people or goint to another Hotel to pick up more people, will be a pleasure driving you carefully to the Airport directly or if you prefer we can stop by for some souveni (from $0.00)
- Santa Fe Culture: 3-Hr Private Tour with Georgia O’Keeffe Museum - Explore the heart of Santa Fe on this private walking tour with an expert guide, including tickets to the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum. Begin at historic Santa Fe Plaza, the city’s vibrant cultural hub, an (from $0.00)
- White Water Rafting and Wine Tour - If you're looking for a memorable addition to your vacation. Bringing everyone the perfect day of adventure. Groups, couples & single travelers come join the fun. Join us for a FUN & relaxing day of r (from $0.00)
- Creative Soul Scavenger Hunt of Santa Fe - Step into the vibrant and historic Santa Fe Plaza area, where something exciting awaits. Your host will curate a personalized experience for you on a Whats App thread. This is not your typical scaveng (from $0.00)
- Small Group History Walking Tour Thru Santa Fe a City Different - Enjoy an intimate small group walking tour with us, just 10 people or less with Rebecca or Timo guiding you through Santa Fe's rich history. Nothing compares to the interaction that can be had in a sm (from $0.00)
- Small-Group E-Bike Adventure Tour through Hidden Santa Fe - E-Bikes are what defines F-U-N! They have an integrated motor that offers riders a pedal assist option to give a little extra boost when needed. They are a workout with a little less work. Pedal assis (from $0.00)