Santa Fe Opera Experience
- NM Experiences
- Jun 20
- 2 min read
Enjoy the spirit of the Santa Fe Opera with the enchanting recommendations below!
Spoil yourself with pastries and espresso at this little French Shoppe, located in the historic La Fonda Hotel.
Give yourself a new outfit for your night at the opera! This local favorite offers upscale attire for men and women without the pretentious prices.
Less than 10 minutes from the Santa Fe plaza, El Nido is an iconic restaurant tucked cozily in the village of Tesuque.
Tesuque is an oasis in the high desert, a lush valley wrapped in grassy fields and flanked by leafy orchards and sculpture gardens. Be sure to make reservations plenty of time in advance. (Reservations link included below)
2023 season has opened. Explore the 2023 Season at SantaFeOpera.org
French Pastry Shop & Restaurant
Espresso, crêpes & desserts offered in a quaint setting at La Fonda on the Plaza hotel.
Monday 6:30AM–5PM
Tuesday 6:30AM–5PM Wednesday 6:30AM–5PM
Thursday 6:30AM–5PM
Friday 6:30AM–5PM
Saturday 6:30AM–5PM
Sunday 6:30AM–5PM
Uli's Santa Fe
Laid-back retailer offering upscale-casual designer clothing for adults, plus some kid's attire.
Monday 10AM–6PM
Tuesday 10AM–6PM Wednesday 10AM–6PM
Thursday 10AM–6PM
Friday 10AM–6PM
Saturday 10AM–6PM
Sunday 12–5PM
El Nido
Welcome to El Nido, where modern flavors meet traditional cooking methods to create an original culinary experience. Our kitchen is known for house-made pastas and the open fire cooking techniques of grilling, spit-roasting, smoking, and ember cooking
Hours
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 4:30–9PM
Thursday 4:30–9PM
Friday 4:30–9PM
Saturday 4:30–9PM
Sunday 4:30–9PM
Santa Fe Opera
The Santa Fe Opera is renowned worldwide for its contribution to a living art form,
and for the passion it inspires in performers and audiences alike. Check out this year's performances at SantaFeOpera.org

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