Central New Mexico

Not to get too effusive, but in the Land of Enchantment, this is most definitely where the spell takes hold. With Santa Fe, Taos, Albuquerque, the Jemez Mountains and the Sangre de Cristos all packed into this one area, you'd better budget in some extra time. The heart of the state is also the most culturally rich, and home to the most spectacular landscapes – if there's only time for one region in New Mexico, this is it.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

Meow Wolf
Santa Fe
If you've been hankering for a trip to another dimension but have yet to find a portal, the House of Eternal Return by Meow Wolf could be the place for…
Taos Pueblo
Central New Mexico
The Pueblo is centered on twin five-story adobe complexes, set on either side of the Río Pueblo de Taos, against the stunning backdrop of the Sangre de…
Georgia O'Keeffe Museum
Santa Fe
With 10 beautifully lit galleries in a rambling 20th-century adobe, this museum boasts the world's largest collection of O'Keeffe’s work. She’s best known…
El Santuario de Chimayó
Santa Fe Region
Often called the Lourdes of America, the chapel was built in 1816, over a spot of earth said to have miraculous healing properties. The faithful come to…
Albuquerque Museum
Albuquerque
Formerly known as the Albuquerque Museum of Art & History, this showpiece museum shouldn't be missed. With an engaging Albuquerque history gallery that's…
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
Albuquerque
Collectively run by New Mexico's 19 Pueblos, this cultural center is an essential stop-off during even the shortest Albuquerque visit. Revamped in 2016,…
Palace of the Governors & New Mexico History Museum
Santa Fe
The oldest public building in the US, this low-slung adobe complex began as home to New Mexico’s first Spanish governor in 1610. It was occupied by Pueblo…
Museum of International Folk Art
Santa Fe
Santa Fe’s most unusual and exhilarating museum centers on the world's largest collection of folk art. Its huge main gallery displays whimsical and mind…