Immerse yourself in rich history, culture, and hidden stories with our self-guided walking tour of Santa Fe. Discover everything the historic Santa Fe Plaza has to offer, including famous landmarks like…
Step back into the past to uncover the untold story of the Pueblo Revolt, known as the First American Revolution, and its impact on Santa Fe and beyond. Learn about Santa Fe’s original Burning Man — an event that predates the famous Nevada Festival and holds its own unique charm. Hear whispered tales of Soviet spies navigating the streets of Santa Fe during World War II, adding layers of intrigue to the city’s storied past.
Discover Billy the Kid’s ties to Santa Fe… stories that go beyond the legend. Explore the complicated legacy of Archbishop Lamy, whose influence carved a path still visible in the heart of the city. Meet the outlaws and overlooked pioneers whose stories remain tucked away, waiting to be revealed.
Wander the Santa Fe Plaza not just as a tourist, but as an explorer of its secret past. The Palace of the Governors stands as a silent witness to centuries of change, while the St. Francis Cathedral holds stories within its historic walls that even locals may miss. Follow the path of Route 66 and uncover its unique role in shaping Santa Fe’s identity. Along the way, spot iconic movie locations and learn the stories behind why Santa Fe’s streets have been the backdrop for film history.
If you’re visiting the city, we highly recommend starting your Santa Fe adventure with this walking tour! It’s the perfect way to get familiar with Santa Fe, uncovering historic landmarks and hidden gems at your own pace. Along the route, you’ll stumble upon charming restaurants, vibrant shops, and colorful art galleries that you’ll want to explore throughout the rest of your trip in Santa Fe. You’re not just learning about the city’s fascinating and colorful history; you’re also making your own miniature to do list as you explore the city with us!
If you’re short on time, this tour is the perfect way to see the heart of Santa Fe at your own pace, fitting easily into even the busiest schedules.
Just use your mobile phone’s web browser to begin exploring! With this convenient setup, you can start your self-guided tour anytime and enjoy a seamless, stress-free experience as you journey through the heart of Santa Fe. Whether you’re new to the area or a returning visitor, this self-guided walking tour of Santa Fe is an interactive, informative, and fun way to learn more about Santa Fe’s history, culture, and secrets.
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Enjoy a unique journey through Santa Fe’s history and culture, one clue at a time!
As a courtesy, all participants will have the option to download a digital copy of the 30 points of interest, complete with detailed information about each location, to continue exploring Santa Fe’s history and culture at their leisure.
Enjoy an unforgettable journey through Santa Fe’s past and present, one clue at a time!
Great question! Think of them as two different ways to explore Santa Fe—both fun, but with a different vibe.
🔹 The Mobile Scavenger Hunt is for those who love a little friendly competition! It’s timed and competitive, challenging teams to race against the clock (and each other) to solve clues and complete tasks. The route is structured but randomized, meaning teams won’t follow the same path—so you don’t have to worry about being tailgated by your rivals! It’s fast-paced, high-energy, and designed to keep you on your toes.
🔹 The Self-Guided Tour is a more relaxed experience. There’s no competition, and you have up to 6 hours to complete it at your own pace. This tour follows an optimized route from one checkpoint to the next, giving you plenty of time to soak in the history and surroundings. But don’t be fooled—this isn’t just a passive stroll! The tour still asks thought-provoking questions and gives cryptic clues to guide you along the way. So bring sunscreen and your thinking cap—you’ll need both!
Both experiences visit the same checkpoints and include a built-in map to help you navigate. The scavenger hunt keeps things snappy with quick, to-the-point clues and fun-facts, while the self-guided tour dives deeper into Santa Fe’s rich history, providing more context, stories and photographs at each stop. The interactive format of both experiences engages your brain, making discoveries more memorable. You’ll find that solving clues and uncovering hidden details helps you retain what you learn—long after your adventure is over.
So, whether you’re in it to win it or just want to wander and wonder, we’ve got an experience for you! 🏆🚶♂️🔎
The tour is just $20 per device—a great value for an unforgettable Santa Fe adventure!
We recommend purchasing an activation code for each player old enough to have and use their own phone. Otherwise, it’s like trying to explain a documentary covering hundreds of years of Santa Fe history, scene by scene. That’s no fun for anyone, and the true stories get lost in the interpretation.
Don’t leave your best players behind! Give everyone a chance to read, scout, learn, and contribute to the team with their own device. Our interactive maps, historical photos, and Fun Facts make learning Santa Fe’s history fun and create lasting memories for everyone! 🚶♂️📱🔎
Absolutely! The tour is designed around 7th and 8th grade history standards, covering both New Mexico State history and US history. It’s an interactive and engaging way for kids to learn while having fun, making it great for families.
One thing we’ve learned, when kids are happy, e’rybody’s happy! For the best experience, each participant should use their own device to fully enjoy the interactive elements. Keep in mind, access is limited to the number of paid devices.
Great question! After you order, we’ll email you your first clue within 10 minutes. Inside, you’ll find answers to all your burning questions—like where to park, what to bring, and how to prepare—plus a few things you didn’t think to ask. For example, “Where are the outhouses in Santa Fe?” (Spoiler: there aren’t many, but we’ve got you covered.)
Keep an eye on your inbox, promotions folder, or even the spam folder (sometimes our emails go on their own self-guided tours before reaching you). If it’s hiding, call it back with a quick search for Discover Santa Fe. Then, get ready for a journey through Santa Fe’s past and present—one clue at a time! 🚶♂️🔎
Yes! We recommend starting near your reservation time, but you’re free to begin earlier or later if needed.
If your plans change and you need to switch dates, no problem! Just click the ‘reschedule’ button in your confirmation email to adjust your tour.
For the best experience, we suggest starting at least 2 hours before sunset so you have plenty of daylight to comfortably explore, search for hidden clues, and take in the sights along the way! 🌞🔎🚶♂️
Plan on about 2 hours, depending on how fast you walk, read, and solve the interactive clues. We’ve built in extra time to shop, explore, or grab a bite, but once you start, there’s no turning back (or refunds), so be sure to finish what you’ve started!
Santa Fe is full of fascinating distractions, but staying focused on the tour will enhance your dining and shopping experience. It’s the perfect introduction to the City Different, leading you to hidden restaurants, shops, galleries, museums, and more to revisit later!
Expect to walk about 2 miles—a great way to burn off a few calories from Santa Fe’s world-famous sopapillas! 😋🚶♂️
Yes, it is! Feel free to bring Fido, Fifi, Fluffy, Buffy, and Buddy along for the adventure. 🐶 But keep in mind—what looks like the perfect grassy spot for Scooby is likely Cathedral Park, home to 1,200–2,000 unmarked graves dating back centuries.
Out of respect for Santa Fe’s rich history (and those resting beneath its surface), please keep your dog on a leash at all times and pick up after them. Many stops along the route are historic landmarks, sacred sites, or cultural treasures, so be mindful of where those paws step.
With a little care and consideration, you, Biscuit, Muffin, and Waffles can enjoy the journey together! 🦴🐾🚶♂️
The tour is non-refundable, but we’re flexible! If you can’t use it, you can gift it to a lucky friend as long as the activation codes haven’t been used.
Just forward them your “Getting Started” email, which includes everything they need—important details, unique activation codes, and FAQs—so they can embark on their own Santa Fe adventure. 🚶♂️🔎🎁
Short answer? Nope! Santa Fe’s streets have a mind of their own—one-way roads, uneven sidewalks, and surprise steps lurking where you least expect them. Some streets were laid out long before the Spanish even introduced horses and ox-carts to North America, so let’s just say… they weren’t exactly designed with bikes and cars in mind. 🚗❌🚲
But honestly? Walking is the best way to experience Santa Fe. You’ll notice hidden details, colorful murals, centuries-old adobe walls, and local artisans that you’d miss zooming by. And of course, safety first—navigating on foot means you can focus on the journey, not on steering around pedestrians, Biscuit, Muffin, or Waffles. 🐶🐾
So lace up those walking shoes—Santa Fe is best experienced one step at a time! 🚶♂️🔎
