Alicia’s Taos Guidebook
Sightseeing
Only 2 miles away, you definitely have to stand on the Gorge Bridge and feel it shake when trucks drive over. Looking 800 feet down while that happens is optional! There is also an endless trail next to the gorge for walking or biking. You can't get lost.
226 locals recommend
Rio Grande Gorge Bridge
Only 2 miles away, you definitely have to stand on the Gorge Bridge and feel it shake when trucks drive over. Looking 800 feet down while that happens is optional! There is also an endless trail next to the gorge for walking or biking. You can't get lost.
The oldest inhabited buildings in the US at 1000 years by the oldest culture here. Make sure they're not closed. Open for some celebrations to the public like San Geronimo Day on September 30, Christmas Eve bonfires.
228 locals recommend
Taos Pueblo
The oldest inhabited buildings in the US at 1000 years by the oldest culture here. Make sure they're not closed. Open for some celebrations to the public like San Geronimo Day on September 30, Christmas Eve bonfires.
There are hot springs near the bridge on the west side at the bend in the road going up (you will see no more than 3 -4 cars parked there because that's all that fits!
32 locals recommend
John Dunn Bridge
County Road B-007There are hot springs near the bridge on the west side at the bend in the road going up (you will see no more than 3 -4 cars parked there because that's all that fits!
A tough mountain even if you're an expert, and cold, because it faces north, but there are plenty of green runs and good hot chocolate in the lodge if you just want to be a ski bunny!
240 locals recommend
Taos Ski Valley
116 Sutton PlaceA tough mountain even if you're an expert, and cold, because it faces north, but there are plenty of green runs and good hot chocolate in the lodge if you just want to be a ski bunny!
A good museum with a good gift shop featuring local artists.
84 locals recommend
Harwood Museum of Art
238 Ledoux StA good museum with a good gift shop featuring local artists.
Food scene
The best grocery in Taos, locally owned, mostly organic, some local produce, not inexpensive.
123 locals recommend
Cid's Food Market
623 Paseo Del Pueblo NorteThe best grocery in Taos, locally owned, mostly organic, some local produce, not inexpensive.
Only 5 miles down the road, a local brewery with good food and live music most nights.
86 locals recommend
Taos Mesa Brewing Taos Tap Room
201 Paseo Del Pueblo SurOnly 5 miles down the road, a local brewery with good food and live music most nights.
Probably the top restaurant in Taos it has great food, a lovely patio and the Treehouse Bar which service appetizers from 3-6 at half-price if you're on a budget.
97 locals recommend
Lambert's of Taos
123 Bent StProbably the top restaurant in Taos it has great food, a lovely patio and the Treehouse Bar which service appetizers from 3-6 at half-price if you're on a budget.
The Love Apple
803 Paseo Del Pueblo NorteThe most romantic restaurant in Taos with good food.
Best Sushi anywhere which is particularly amazing since we're in the desert! Try the Friday mixed tempura (shrimp and vegetable) bento box or the Fire Station Roll. Tell Hiromi Alicia sent you! Not open Sunday-Tuesday
28 locals recommend
Sushi A La Hattori
1405 Paseo Del Pueblo NBest Sushi anywhere which is particularly amazing since we're in the desert! Try the Friday mixed tempura (shrimp and vegetable) bento box or the Fire Station Roll. Tell Hiromi Alicia sent you! Not open Sunday-Tuesday
Amazing New Mexican cuisine. Check out the Ranchos church tourist spot next door while you're there. Don't forget to have a sopapilla!
30 locals recommend
Ranchos Plaza Grill
Amazing New Mexican cuisine. Check out the Ranchos church tourist spot next door while you're there. Don't forget to have a sopapilla!
Hikes
Devisadero Loop Trail 108 Trailhead
Nice easy hike close to town.
Hike halfway up the Taos Ski Valley Road on the left. Lots of water on it. Pretty easy.
6 locals recommend
Italianos Canyon
Hike halfway up the Taos Ski Valley Road on the left. Lots of water on it. Pretty easy.
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