• January 1, 2025 - Updated with new information since originally published.
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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Santa Fe Opera House

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2. New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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3. Millicent Rogers Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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4. Sky City Cultural Center & Haak'u Museum

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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5. Ghost Ranch

6. Meow Wolf, Santa Fe

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7. Carlsbad Caverns Natural Entrance Tour

Tours in the Area
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8. Red River

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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9. Museum of International Folk Art

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© Museum of International Folk Art

10. New Mexico History Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© New Mexico History Museum

11. El Rancho de las Golondrinas

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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12. Liquid Light Glass

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13. Museum of Indian Arts & Culture

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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14. ABQ Trolley Co., New Mexico

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15. Wander New Mexico Food Tours

Tours in the Area
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16. Bat Flight Program in Carlsbad Cavern National Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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17. Riverbend Hot Springs

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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18. The Santa Fe Botanical Garden, New Mexico

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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19. Taos Ski Valley

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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20. National Museum of Nuclear Science & History, New Mexico

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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21. Georgia O'Keeffe Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© Georgia O'Keeffe Museum

22. Anderson-Abruzzo International Balloon Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© Anderson-Abruzzo International Balloon Museum

23. National Radio Astronomy Observatory

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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24. New Mexico Museum of Space History

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© New Mexico Museum of Space History

25. Rainbow Ryders, New Mexico

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

New Mexico is a land rich with adventures, beautiful sights, ruins, culture, and interesting history. Visit beautiful Santa Fe, Taos, Las Cruces and Albuquerque which are home to unique museums, botanical gardens and restaurants. There's also Roswell and other unique and interesting places to visit. Watch a performance at the stunning Santa Fe Opera House, explore the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, and take the kids to Carlsbad Caverns National Park.

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