Things To Do
Taos Pueblo
Visit the Taos Pueblo - The Taos Pueblo is a UNESCO World Heritage site and the oldest continuously inhabited community in the United States. You can take a tour of the pueblo and learn about the history and culture.
Rio Grande Gorge Visitor Center
The Rio Grande Gorge is a stunning natural attraction just outside of Taos. You can hike, bike, or drive across the gorge bridge and enjoy the breathtaking views of the canyon and river below.
Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway
Taos is surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery, and there are several scenic drives you can take to appreciate it. The Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway is a 90-mile loop that takes you through the mountains and past several charming towns.
Kit Carson Home & Museum
Kit Carson was a famous mountain man and scout who lived in Taos, and his former home is now a museum dedicated to his life and legacy. You can tour the museum and learn about Carson's adventures and contributions to American history.
Taos Plaza
The Taos Plaza is the heart of the town's historic district, and it's a great place to shop for local crafts and souvenirs. There are also several restaurants and cafes around the plaza where you can grab a bite to eat and soak up the local atmosphere.
Classical Gas Museum
Located in the small community of Embudo, NM on NM Hwy 68 between Espanola and Taos, is the Classical Gas Museum - a dream and fascination of Johnnie Meier. Johnnie began collecting in 1987 his "road culture" artifacts - gas pumps and signage along roads everywhere as well as neon signs, oil cans, maps, soda coolers and signs, and license plates.