Population:

66,000 +

Time Zone:

Mountain

Climate:

Summer highs can reach well into the 90s, while winter highs top out near 40. Spring, summer and fall evening temperatures are cool enough that a jacket or sweater is a good idea. Snowfall occurs six to eight times a year between November and April, and the heaviest rainfall occurs in July and August. Santa Fe enjoys more than 300 days of sunshine a year and an average relative humidity of 50 percent.

Airport:

Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF)
121 Aviation Drive
Santa Fe, NM 87507
505-955-2900

Rail:

Amtrak
800-USA-RAIL

Bus:

Greyhound
800-231-2222

Getting Around Santa Fe:

Santa Fe Trails
City Bus
505-438-1463

Taxi:

Capital City Cab
505-438-0000

Dining:

Rio Chama Steakhouse
414 Old Santa Fe Trail
Santa Fe, NM 87501
505-955-0765

If you’re in the mood for a thick, juicy steak, head to the Rio Chama Steakhouse. You can dine indoors or out, and the steak selections are numerous. Several chicken, seafood and pork entrées are also featured. Thick adobe walls add to the southwestern ambiance of this fine eatery.

Tortilla Flats
3139 Cerrillos Road
Santa Fe, NM 87507
505-471-8685

Since 1986, Tortilla Flats has been a local favorite for New Mexican fare. Red and green chilies are the focus of New Mexican cuisine, and many of the dishes are low in fat and calories, but high in flavor. Entrées include quesadillas, enchiladas, steaks and much more. Look for daily specials.

Bistro 315
315 Old Santa Fe Trail
Santa Fe, NM 87501
505-986-9190

For French cuisine in an elegant atmosphere, visit 315. This award-winning restaurant features an extensive wine list and a dinner menu that includes seared duckling with cherry sauce and Sichuan peppercorn crusted tuna. Top it off with 315’s crème brulee or flourless chocolate cake for dessert. The lunch menu is exquisite as well.

Café Dominic
320 South Guadalupe Street
Santa Fe, NM 87501
505-982-4743

Café Dominic has a little something for everyone. In addition to New Mexican dishes, Café Dominic serves up sandwiches, soups, salads, seafood, pasta, burgers and more. The atmosphere is nice but comfortable, and soft jazz plays in the background. Come here for breakfast, lunch or dinner.