Taos is an artsy, quirky, historic town in northern New Mexico’s high desert, snuggled into the shadow of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. It is famous for its unique ancient adobe buildings, such as the Taos Pueblo, which Native Americans inhabited for centuries.
With so many artists who made Taos their home, the town, especially Taos Plaza and the Taos Historic District is full of colorful, charming galleries and museums, such as the Harwood Museum of Art and the Taos Art Museum.
Frontiersmen like Kit Carson have also left their traces on Taos, and you can see exhibits that describe their lives at the Kit Carson Home and Museum. Go across the magnificent Rio Grande Gorge Bridge and take a hike through the vast Wild Rivers Recreation Area to fully understand the majesty of the 800-foot deep Río Grande gorge.
Get Ready to Go!
- 1. Plan & Book:
- Visit the website and book directly, or call ahead to confirm hours.
- Find your stay: If needed, search for Hotel Deals nearby. Read reviews and book directly with the hotel, requesting any special amenities (romantic, kid-friendly, pet-friendly).
- Book your flight: If flying, compare flights and book directly with the airline. Add your frequent flier number and reserve your seat.
- Plan your trip:
- Estimate your driving time: Use Google Maps (click the blue 'Directions' arrow in the search box).
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