
Historic Architectural & Interiors Walking + Wine Tasting Tour
An architectural and historical perspective on Santa Fe
Half-Day Tour Available in Santa Fe, NM:
Thursday, Friday, Saturday
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Year-Round
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FLY DIRECT to Albuquerque, Santa Fe, or Taos Learn More ›
MEET AT: H.I. Travel Hub - Inn & Spa at Loretto
RETURN TO: Gruet Santa Fe Tasting Room in Hotel St. Francis
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Wear comfortable walking shoes
Sunscreen & SPF lip balm
Hat and/or sunglasses
Layered clothing, including a light, long sleeve layer for sun protection and a rain layer
Water, water, water
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An estimated 2 to 2 ½ mile walk around Santa Fe’s Historic District
Wine Tasting at Gruet Tasting Room
Professional, First Aid/CPR and Leave No Trace certified, guide
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Gratuity for your inspired guide.
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At high elevations and in a dry climate, proper hydration, warm breathable layers, and sun protection is a necessity. New Mexico weather can also change without much notice.
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1 = Easy | 3 = Moderate | 5 = Difficult
Easy – Leisurely-paced walking tours with minimal physical exertion. Includes cultural explorations such as gallery visits, shopping tours, or cooking experiences. Suitable for all fitness levels.
Mild – Slightly more active than Level 1, these tours may include some walking on uneven terrain or short, easy hikes. Includes beginner-friendly outdoor activities and luxury glamping experiences with minimal hiking.
Moderate – Involves a mix of walking, hiking, or light physical activities such as kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). Also includes the luxury stargazing glamping tour, which involves moderate exploration. Suitable for those with a reasonable fitness level who enjoy being active.
Challenging – Requires a higher level of fitness and stamina. May include longer hikes, paddling for extended periods, or multi-hour activities in rugged terrain. Some glamping experiences that involve more intensive exploration also fit here.
Difficult – Physically demanding adventures designed for experienced and fit participants. These could involve full-day strenuous hikes, technical outdoor activities, or rugged backcountry experiences.
2 GUEST MIN / 8 GUEST MAX
$135 per person + tax*
“Katrina was an amazing tour guide. We enjoyed every stop on this afternoon tour. Her love for this area and her knowledge of the artists made it an unforgettable experience. Do not miss this treat!!!!! What a town steeped in art history. ”
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What to Expect:
Historic Architectural & Interiors Walking + Wine Tasting Tour
Experience our Most Popular Day-Tour with this Architectural and
Historical Perspective on Santa Fe
Perfect Experience for An Unforgettable Bachelorette Weekend (Blog by Lynne Robinson)
Fragrant wisteria vines cascading over an adobe wall, a hand carved rustic door leading to a secret courtyard, and plastered adobe walls mixed with mica or straw glistening in the sun. Join us on an exclusive and charming tour that looks at the important role three primary architectural styles have played in Santa Fe’s historic, social and cultural contexts.
Spend your Thursday or Friday morning walking Santa Fe’s Historic Eastside neighborhood, exploring the distinctive architecture this region is known for. You’ll discover the beauty that distinguishes the three styles of New Mexican architecture: Pueblo, Spanish Territorial and Northern New Mexican. As you walk down small winding residential backroads of Canyon Road’s Gallery district, you will begin to discern the traditional appeal of the New Mexican Pueblo style, the classic elegance of Spanish Territorial, and the tall narrow pitched roofs of the Northern New Mexico style.
You’ll also learn about the history and importance of the acequia (water ditch) that parallels our walkway. It continues to be used to irrigate private residential gardens with the time-old tradition of controlled water flow.
New Mexicans create homes with timeless appeal and natural environments, creating a rich narrative journey. By the end of this tour, you’ll be attuned to the different characters of each architectural style and their history, you’ll appreciate the inherent importance of the acequia, and bear witness to some of the interesting personalities that played a key role in architectural preservation. This tour provides in-depth knowledge of Santa Fe's historic, social, and cultural movements that have been instrumental in influencing Santa Fe's distinctive and special architecture.
Our walking tour is estimated at 2 to 2.5 miles of walking throughout Santa Fe Historical District.