Santa Fe - Guadalupe District

Santa Fe's historical Guadalupe District played an important role in the "City Different's" past and serves as a vibrant shopping/ dining neighborhood today.

Originally a farming community on the southern bank of the Santa Fe River, the district is anchored by the Santuario de Guadalupe, the oldest existing shrine to Our Lady of Guadalupe in the United States. It was built between 1776 and 1796 near the end of El Camino Réal (the Royal Road), a trade route that originated in Mexico City and connected the two cities for more than two hundred years.

The Guadalupe District was also a booming trade center during the days when the railroad ruled. The Atcheson, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad laid a spur line to Santa Fe in 1880 and opened up accessibility to the rest of the country.

Trade is still important in the area, as the district abounds in shops, galleries and restaurants. Visitors and locals alike are drawn to the bustling Sanbusco Center and nearby stores where you can find books, clothing, cookware, outdoor gear, jewelry, gifts, contemporary art and ceramics, flowers and collectibles. Guadalupe District dining options include Italian, Asian, gourmet Southwestern, traditional New Mexican, French, diner fare and Western American selections.

The Santa Fe Farmers Market is a major magnet to the area, especially during its summer season when fresh vegetables, flowers, honey, cheeses, eggs, meats, herbs, chiles and crafts are available in a festive meeting of vendors and shoppers.

El Museo Cultural hosts art exhibits, theatrical productions, art fairs and the Winter Contemporary Spanish Market. SITE Santa Fe further represents the arts and is the area’s internationally recognized contemporary art exhibition space.