If you have ever wanted to visit Santa Fe, this page is dedicated to you. We asked some of the best cyclists, beer drinkers, gourmands, tour guides and local icons for the keys to an ideal adventure vacation in Santa Fe.
 

  It should come as no surprise that Santa Fe has built a reputation as an exceptional travel destination. Spend a bit of time among the city’s adobe walls and you will fall in love with the natural beauty, spicy cuisine, quirky locals and laid back lifestyle. From the historic Plaza downtown to the revival of the Railyard district, Santa Fe blends new and old with artistic flair.
 

  The thirst for adventure can also be quenched just a few miles from center city. Santa Fe is nestled at the southernmost tip of the Rocky Mountains offering an amazing variety of hiking trails and singletrack. Consistent sunshine, high elevation and low humidity naturally create an exceptional climate for road cycling and training. Once you’ve built your thirst, we have the perfect reward for your ride.
 

  Visit any of one of six local craft breweries to get fist hand knowledge of the local beer scene. Santa Fe Brewing is the states oldest and largest brewery offering iconic cans of Happy Camper IPA featuring our state flag. In downtown Santa Fe you will find 4 tasting rooms in close walking or biking proximity. Second Street and Blue Corn breweries are two GABF Gold Medal winning brewpubs offering elevated pub fare while Il Vicino, also a multiple GABF medal winner, focuses on wood fired pizzas. Santa Fe’s newest offering is Duel Brewing, featuring a creative selection of Belgian style and barrel aged beers.
 

  Foodies will find the selection of James Beard nominated and award winning restaurants a delight to pick from. Santa Fe boasts over 300 restaurants, which means there is no shortage of culinary adventures to be had. The famous Santa Fe Farmers Market is a cornerstone of the local food movement and an eclectic mix of food trucks have fashioned a mobile restaurant scene.
 

  Tapping into Santa Fe culture means bumping into Game of Thrones creator George R.R. Martin at his movie theatre. It means grabbing lunch next to a movie stars and mountain men at a local restaurant. Film and arts continue to play a major role in the lifestyle and economy of Santa Fe, from the fine arts galleries along Canyon Road to international art markets and the cutting edge Meow Wolf. Creativity is alive and well in these parts; the populace is drawn to it and sustained by it. If your next life adventure or business demands a high degree of creativity you have found the right place to call your mental headquarters.
 

  A few tips to keep in mind as you plan your trip:

• Santa Fe’s elevation is 7,000 ft., which means the local beer can sneak up on you if you are not paying attention. Take time to get acclimated to the elevation.
• Don’t forget your sunscreen, remember the high elevation also means you are closer to the sun.
• Hydration in the high desert is key. Be sure to have your water bottle handy and pack some lotion and lip balm.
• Temperatures may fluctuate dramatically in May. Pack your lightweight, moisture-wicking daytime active wear along with a sweater or light jacket.
• Bike shops are known to run out of rental inventory during Outside Bike & Brew and the Santa Fe Century. Reserve your bike early or try a shop in Albuquerque if nothing is available in Santa Fe.

 

  Here is a list of local bike shops you can check with for rental inventory, repairs and recommendations for great riding around town.
 
The Broken Spoke - (505) 992-3102
New Mexico Bike & Sport - (505) 820-0809
Mellow Velo - (505) 995-8356
Rob & Charlie’s - (505) 471-9119
Sirius Cycles - (505) 819-7311
SpinDoc - (505) 466-4181