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Santa Fe Named a Top Destination for Affordable Travel

Written by Bailee Wilson | Apr 17, 2023 3:19:39 PM

Traveling on a budget can be challenging. It can be hard to balance affordability and fun. When you visit Santa Fe, you don't have to pay top dollar to have a great time! Come visit the Land of Enchantment- your wallet will thank you!

Recently, U.S News released a list of the 20 Best Cheap Vacations in the U.S. By considering expert opinions, traveler feedback, and affordability, they were able to come up with an awesome list of domestic destinations that aren't expensive. The list features an amazing array of small towns and national parks.

It isn't surprising that Santa Fe earned a place on the list! In town, you'll find countless options for entertainment, including numerous free attractions. The local hiking trails are unbelievable. The shopping and dining options are exciting and eclectic. There's a lot to love- and most of it is cheap! 

U.S. News wrote: "You won't need wads of cash to visit New Mexico's capital city. Sitting in the shadow of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Santa Fe's lively atmosphere can be enjoyed at any price point. Stroll through Santa Fe Plaza, admire the art galleries lining Canyon Road or marvel at Romanesque architecture at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi – all free of charge. Use your savings on a ticket to the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum, which showcases more than 3,000 works from the late artist and offers free admission for visitors younger than 18.

The complete rankings are as follows:

  1. Grand Canyon National Park (Arizona)
  2. Glacier National Park (Montana)
  3. Grand Teton National Park (Wyoming)
  4. Moab (Utah)
  5. Bar Harbor (Maine)
  6. Cannon Beach (Oregon)
  7. Asheville (North Carolina)
  8. Sequoia National Park (California)
  9. Olympic National Park (Washington)
  10. Destin (Florida)
  11. Santa Fe (New Mexico)
  12. St. Augustine (Florida)
  13. Gatlinburg (Tennessee)
  14. Colorado Springs (Colorado)
  15. Nags Head (North Carolina)
  16. San Antonio (Texas)
  17. Williamsburg (Virginia)
  18. Gettysburg (Pennsylvania)
  19. Athens (Georgia)
  20. Portland (Oregon)

This summer, plan the perfect, affordable trip to Santa Fe!