Morning: Scenic Drive & Exploration

8:30 AM – Breakfast at Java Junction

Start your day at Java Junction, a cozy coffee shop in an old miners’ house. Enjoy a latte and a fresh pastry or a hearty breakfast burrito.

9:00 AM – Drive the Turquoise Trail Scenic Byway

Enjoy the scenic 30-minute drive from Santa Fe or Albuquerque along the Turquoise Trail (NM-14), known for its breathtaking landscapes and historic mining towns.

9:30 AM – Explore Madrid’s Main Street

Take a leisurely stroll down Main Street, lined with colorful shops, galleries, and historic buildings from Madrid’s coal-mining past.

Midday: Art, History & Local Eats

11:00 AM – Visit the Madrid Old Coal Town Museum

Learn about Madrid’s rich mining history at the Madrid Old Coal Town Museum, located inside an old coal mine structure.

12:30 PM – Lunch at The Hollar

Enjoy a relaxed meal at The Hollar, known for its Southern-style comfort food with a New Mexican twist. Try the fried green tomatoes or the green chile cheeseburger.

Or enjoy modern New Mexico cuisine at The Mine Shaft Tavern

Afternoon: Shopping & Adventure

2:00 PM – Gallery Hopping & Shopping

Madrid is famous for its artistic community, so visit some of the town’s unique galleries and artisan shops:

• Indigo Gallery – Contemporary Southwestern art.
• Celtic Lady – Handmade jewelry and gifts.
• Tesuque Glassworks – Stunning hand-blown glass art.

3:30 PM – Hike or Explore Cerrillos Hills State Park (Optional)

For nature lovers, take a short drive to Cirrillos Hill State Park for a quick hike with beautiful desert views and old mining ruins.