Palace of the Governors Tours

Whether you're a traveling scholar or a lover of culture, a trip to Palace of the Governors is sure to keep you happy. Discover more about our intriguing past with the inspiring displays and exhibits on offer here.

Palace of the Governors is an interesting place to begin your discovery of Downtown Santa Fe. This collection of historical artifacts comes recommended by fellow travelers, but it isn't the only thing to do here. Save time for other attractions like Santa Fe Opera, Museum of International Folk Art, and Museum of Indian Arts and Culture to make the most of what's on offer in the area.

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Rodeway Inn

Rodeway Inn

2 out of 5
Price was $460, price is now $437 per person
$437
per person
Dec 25 - Dec 29
found 19 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Austin (AUS) to Santa Fe (SAF)
6.2/10 (463 reviews)
Nice staff. Clean room. Good location.

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025

The Inn at the Delta

The Inn at the Delta

3 out of 5
Price was $662, price is now $580 per person
$580
per person
Jan 1 - Jan 5
found 15 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Santa Fe (SAF)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
I like the location; ease of driving into their parking lot; beautiful room and patio. I was disappointed with Expedia - they didn't tell me my room was on second floor with 21 steps. I had to make 2 trips from the parking lot to the room.

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Los Alamos Entrada Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Los Alamos Entrada Park by IHG

2.5 out of 5
Price was $475, price is now $448 per person
$448
per person
Dec 16 - Dec 19
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Austin (AUS) to Santa Fe (SAF)
8.8/10 Excellent! (722 reviews)
Location is convenient to Los Alamos and Bandelier. Breakfast is usual Holiday Inn breakfast, nothing different that any other branch.

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025

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Tours & day trips

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Santa Fe: Meow Wolf The House of Eternal Return Ticket

Santa Fe: Meow Wolf The House of Eternal Return Ticket

10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $41 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Santa Fe Culture: 3-Hr Private Tour with Georgia O’Keeffe Museum

Santa Fe Culture: 3-Hr Private Tour with Georgia O’Keeffe Museum

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $395 per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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New Mexican Flavors Food Tour of the Santa Fe Plaza

New Mexican Flavors Food Tour of the Santa Fe Plaza

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 7 reviews
Price is $187 per adult
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Reviews of Palace of the Governors

4.3
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
248
5 - Excellent 44%
4 - Good
249
4 - Good 45%
3 - Okay
55
3 - Okay 10%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

This was our first stop to see the Native American artisans. I wish I had done this 2nd or 3rd so I would have known that their prices were very low and the quality mostly high.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Not open due to renovations

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Lots of local pottery, jewelry and hand made baskets

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

museum open but Palace closed for renovations!

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

It is closed for renovations

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

It is closed for renovations

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The Lensic Theater, located at 211 West San Francisco Street in Santa Fe, New Mexico, is an 821-seat theater designed by Boller Brothers of Kansas City, well-known movie-theater and vaudeville-house architects who designed almost one hundred theaters throughout the West and mid-West, including the KiMo Theater in Albuquerque. The pseudo-Moorish, Spanish Renaissance Lensic was built by Nathan Salmon and E. John Greer and opened on 24 June 1931. Its name derives from the initials of Greer's six grandchildren. The Lensic was completely restored and renovated between 1999 and 2001, and provides Santa Fe and Northern New Mexico with a modern venue for the performing arts. #OnTheRoad #Trovember

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Best Lodging Options Near Palace of the Governors

The Sage Hotel

The Sage Hotel

3 out of 5
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The Sage Hotel
La Fonda on the Plaza

La Fonda on the Plaza

4 out of 5
100 E San Francisco St, Santa Fe, NM
La Fonda on the Plaza
Inn and Spa at Loretto

Inn and Spa at Loretto

4 out of 5
211 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM
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Eldorado Hotel & Spa

Eldorado Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
309 W San Francisco Street, Santa Fe, NM
Eldorado Hotel & Spa
Drury Plaza Hotel in Santa Fe

Drury Plaza Hotel in Santa Fe

3.5 out of 5
828 Paseo de Peralta, Santa Fe, NM
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El Sendero Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

El Sendero Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

2.5 out of 5
311 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM
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Hotel Chimayo de Santa Fe

Hotel Chimayo de Santa Fe

3.5 out of 5
125 Washington Avenue, Santa Fe, NM
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Hilton Santa Fe Historic Plaza

Hilton Santa Fe Historic Plaza

4 out of 5
100 Sandoval St, Santa Fe, NM
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Piñon Court By La Fonda

Piñon Court By La Fonda

3 out of 5
201 Montezuma Ave, Santa Fe, NM
Piñon Court By La Fonda
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