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The 10 Best Things to do in Abiquiu, New Mexico (NM)
Discover the best top things to do in Abiquiu, United States including Plaza Blanca, In Sync with Horses, Georgia O'Keeffe Home and Studio, Ghost Ranch, Abiqui Lake, Echo Amphitheater, Monastery of Christ in the Desert, Georgia O'Keeffe: Welcome Center, Santa Rosa de Lima Church Ruins, Dar al Islam.
Restaurants in Abiquiu
1. Plaza Blanca
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 215 reviews
Beautiful white sandstone cliffs give breathtaking views.
Reviewed By Allicia_73 - Cary, United States
We went with our two girls ages 10 & 13 on our way to Ghost Ranch. I must admit, no pictures or reviews prepared me for the absolute splendor of this sacred place. At one point we were the only people there! It's an easy, mostly downhill hike from the parking lot to the rocks. I highly recommend visiting this...honestly, I would've preferred this to many of the other things listed on the "Top Ten things to see/do near Santa Fe". So, I am here to say to make it a point to visit this majestic place. The color changes from Plaza Blanca to Ghost Ranch are stunning and only within 15 miles from each other!
2. In Sync with Horses
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
Classes on horsemanship, groundwork and riding. We use a unique method and interactive technology to teach the Art of Horsemanship.
3. Georgia O'Keeffe Home and Studio
4. Ghost Ranch
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 878 reviews
In a land of shifting light, boundless skies and fused culture, the 21,000 acre Ghost Ranch Education and Retreat Center in northern New Mexico is a place for renewal and retreat. The towering rock walls and vivid colors hold a hypnotic power. This is O’Keeffe Country.Visitors to Ghost Ranch will feel they’ve stepped back in time to days before the bells and whistles of technology vied relentlessly for our attention. People from all over the world come for spiritual development, to discuss issues of peace and justice, to work together in creation care, to paint, write poetry, to hike, ride horseback, to research globally renowned archaeological and fossil quarries… or simply to rest and renew their spirits. With over 300 courses each year, Ghost Ranch provides affordable ways to enrich your mind, body and soul.Available for overnight lodging as well, Ghost Ranch offers rustic , yet comfortable accomodations at a variety of price ranges to fit your budget. Our campground is open mid-May through early October.The Georgia O’Keeffe at Ghost Ranch Landscape Tour brings guests to a restricted area of the ranch to the scenes and actual locations of O’Keeffe’s paintings. O’Keeffe Landscape Tours are available mid-March through late-November. Reservations are required.
Reviewed By CapeCoddess - Mashpee, United States
We hiked the matrimonial and camposanto/box canyon trails and topped off our first day with the Sunset Trail Ride through gorgeous Georgia O'Keefe landscapes. The next morning, I took the Georgia O'Keefe walk with a very knowledgeable guide, Karen. Do not miss this walk! She was amazing. We carefully walked in the arroyos to the spots where Georgia stood to paint. Karen had books of Georgia's paintings for us to see what she saw. We learned about the wild life, the trees and plants. The scenery is spectacular. It is no wonder Georgia loved this place. There are two, small, fascinating museums. It is the best paleontology site for Triasic dinosaur bones in the world. The geology of the area is 200+ million years old. We were here during COVID, but still found so many things to do. The accommodations are rustic, but my bed was very comfortable. The meals are cafeteria style and for the price, are good. It was fun to eat with the friendly staff. The Abiquiu Inn is close by if you are looking for a restaurant!
5. Abiqui Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By P2713GKchristinem - Madison, United States
If you are going to visit northern NM then this for me is a must see along the way from Plaza Blanca and toward Ghost Ranch. We went on Christmas Day and there was no one else there. We enjoyed taking in the expansive views and having quiet time to ourselves.
6. Echo Amphitheater
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By richardsJ1886ZO - Albuquerque, United States
Yes, it really does echo. From the parking area (fee $2), walk up a path towards the cliff and yell to your heart's content.
7. Monastery of Christ in the Desert
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 116 reviews
Reviewed By AptosAmy
Monastery of Christ in the Desert, in Abiquiu, NM 87510, is a beautiful drive to wonderful rock & river views and a monastery with interesting architecture. Hike trails nearby.
8. Georgia O'Keeffe: Welcome Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 226 reviews
Visit the O’Keeffe Welcome Center, gateway to the Georgia O’Keeffe Home and Studio Tour and the spectacular Rio Chama valley. Find us in Abiquiú, 45 miles northwest of Santa Fe. The Georgia O’Keeffe Home and Studio is accessible to the public only by advance-reservation between mid-March and mid-November. Ticket bookings on the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum website. Georgia O'Keeffe (1887-1986) bought her house in Abiquiu in 1945, which is now owned by the Museum. The 5,000-square-foot Spanish Colonial-era Abiquiu compound was in ruins in 1945, and for the next four years, O’Keeffe supervised its restoration, which was carried out by her friend, Maria Chabot. She moved from New York to make New Mexico her permanent home in 1949, and lived either at the Abiquiu or Ghost Ranch houses until 1984, when she moved to Santa Fe.
Reviewed By 770NancyH - White Rock, United States
We booked the Georgia O'Keeffe Abiquiú Home/Tour and had a wonderful time. Highly recommend it for all that are followers of Georgia O'Keeffe (and any other local artists) and the wonderful New Mexico Scenery! Very professional, great customer service and learned a lot (as I am a Art Major and live in the area - you learn something new every day!!) Gift Shop is so unique, exciting and you will for sure find something to buy!!
9. Santa Rosa de Lima Church Ruins
10. Dar al Islam
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