Southside Travel Guide
Santa Fe
Popular places to visit
Meow Wolf
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Meow Wolf during your trip to Santa Fe. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this walkable area.
Santa Fe Plaza
Home to many landmarks in the heart of the city, this spacious square evokes echoes of the Spanish colonial era with its markets, bandstand and live music.
Loretto Chapel
A mysterious spiral staircase with no known origin is the highlight of this former church that now acts as a wedding chapel and museum.
Santa Fe Opera
Listen to the enchanting sounds of classic opera in an open-air theater with views of the Jemez Mountains, the sunset and the stars.
Canyon Road
This charming road was once lined with typical adobe residences. Now art galleries, studios, restaurants and boutiques make it the most exclusive part of town.
Santa Fe Railyard
During your visit to Santa Fe, you can do some window-shopping at Santa Fe Railyard. Experience the lively festivals and fascinating museums in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Meow Wolf's House of Eternal Return
Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery Tour and Tasting
Santa Fe: Canyon Road Art & History Walking Tour
Top hotels in Southside
El Rey Court
"Friendly service. Clean rooms. The music in the common area was a surprise…very good. The Pantry close by offers great breakfast!!"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Inn at Santa Fe, SureStay Collection by Best Western
"Good"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Coyote South
"Don't stay in room 202- no wifi, bath door won't close, coffee maker broken, squeaky bed and you can hear everybody else in the motel. A budget motel no matter what your rate"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
The Mystic Santa Fe
Hotel Inn Santa Fe
"The grounds were terrible!! The carpeting was old and torn!! You could feel the springs on the beds!! We had a miserable night!! I Do Not Recommend this property!!"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Fe
"Coming from Texas the staff was amazing about getting us checked in quickly so we could get out of the car and stretch out in our room."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southside
Midtown
When in Midtown, you can plan a visit to International Museum of Collage, Assemblage & Construction and Recursos de Santa Fe, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
West Alameda
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West Alameda and surrounding area, you can visit Meow Wolf and International Museum of Collage, Assemblage & Construction.
San Mateo
San Mateo might not have many top sights, but Recursos de Santa Fe and Santa Fe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Arroyo Chamisa
If you're spending some time in Arroyo Chamisa, Camel Rock Casino and Quail Run Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.
Don Diego
If you're spending some time in Don Diego, Santa Fe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus and Santa Fe Climbing Gym are top sights worth seeing.
West Manhattan
West Manhattan might not have many top sights, but Santa Fe Railyard and SITE Santa Fe are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
