Downtown Taos Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Rio Grande Gorge Bridge
Learn about the local history of Taos when you take a trip to Rio Grande Gorge Bridge. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Taos Historic Museums
You can browse the exhibits at Taos Historic Museums, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Taos. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this romantic area.

Taos Art Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Taos Art Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Taos. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this romantic area.
Taos Plaza
You can find out about the history of Taos with a trip to Taos Plaza. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this romantic area.
Taos Plaza Theater and Arts Center
Get tickets for a show at Taos Plaza Theater and Arts Center, a theatre with a story to tell in Taos. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Bent Gallery and Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Bent Gallery and Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Taos. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this romantic area.
Top hotels in Downtown Taos

Hotel La Fonda Taos
"Desk clerk was nice. Had to pay for parking $10"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Taos Valley Lodge
"I wouldn't say that this hotel has a lot of amenities, but I still would stay here again"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa
"Beautiful stay. We weren’t able to take part in spa options due to only 1 night stay but there were lots of options. Very peaceful place. Enjoyed our one night."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

El Pueblo Lodge
"The property was beautiful and was perfect for Taos! The beds were great and the staff exceptionally nice. We’d go back!"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

The Historic Taos Inn
"we love the great location and the history of the Inn. We were on a motorcycle and the secure parking off street was much appreciated. Our room was comfy and spotlessly clean. We had a meal at the restaurant and listened to some music in the bar, it was quite lovely."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Hotel Don Fernando de Taos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"I arrived very early but was still able to check in when I arrived! Check-in was fast and easy. The only negative I have is that the living rom (I had a 1-bedroom) was dark. The lights were a bit dim. Other than that the property is very nice and walkable. The property and rooms are decorated nicely, ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Taos

Downtown Taos Historic District
If you're spending some time in Downtown Taos Historic District, Taos Plaza and Taos Historic Museums are top sights worth seeing.

La Loma Plaza Historic District
While La Loma Plaza Historic District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Taos Historic Museums and Taos Plaza.
