The Plaza

Santa Fe, United States

The cultural heart of downtown Santa Fe, with chiles hanging from lampposts and the city's best museums, restaurants and shops facing the square.

Places in The Plaza

Geronimo A fine dining experience for authentic New Mexican cuisine, one of Santa Fe's most celebrated restaurants.
La Choza A more casual setting for authentic New Mexican cuisine.
Annapurnas A top choice for vegetarian and vegan dining in Santa Fe.
La Mama A natural wine bar offering selections from near and far, along with local brews and small plates.
Copita A natural wine bar for drinks and small plates alongside local brews.

Best time to visit: April to June and September to October offer comfortable high-desert weather for exploring the Plaza and museums.
Getting around: Santa Fe's historic downtown, including the Plaza, is compact and entirely walkable.
Currency: US Dollar (USD)
Language: English and Spanish.
Timezone: MST (UTC-7, UTC-6 in summer)
Current trends: Santa Fe's dining scene continues embracing its crossroads identity, with natural wine bars La Mama and Copita offering selections from near and far alongside local brews, complementing the city's long-running Santa Fe Opera season.

Canyon Road art district — Home to galleries and studios reflecting Santa Fe's status as an artistic hub.
Historic downtown (near La Fonda) — Home to La Fonda and the Inn of the Anasazi, close to the Plaza.