- The list below includes 46 free or cheap things to do in or near Espanola, New Mexico, including 45 different types of inexpensive activities like Ancient Ruins, Art Museum, History Museums and Hot Springs & Geysers.
- From Puye Cliff Dwellings to Chimayo Trading & Mercantile, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Espanola and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Santa Fe, Los Alamos, Abiquiu and Chimayo.
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Dedicated to the history of the small community of its namesake, the Los Alamos Historical Museum, contains an impressive number of exhibits that are sure to interest any visitor. Learn about the history of the Jemez volcano, ancient Indian life, to the 1950's Atomic programs.
14.5 Miles
An independent gallery, the Fuller Lodge Art Center features a variety of art exhibits on display that reflect the work of an array of artists. The center also offers art classes for all ages and experience levels.
14.8 Miles
Outspire Hiking & Snowshoeing provides guides, outfitting and customized tours revolving around hiking and snowshoeing on alpine trails and high desert canyons. Their standard trips can last from two hours to a full day.
14.9 Miles
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236 Rio Bravo Drive, Los Alamos, NM 87544
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An offbeat distillery located in a private home, the Don Quixote Distillery & Winery offers a variety of wines and spirits. Notable among its offerings is the Blue Corn Vodka, and they offer tastings.
16.2 Miles
Abiquiu Lake is a 4,000-acre lake on the Chama River which features a high walled canyon above the main body of the lake. Popular activities include swimming, wakeboarding, water skiing, fishing, kayaking, and boating.
16.4 Miles
Established in 1980, the New Wave Rafting Company offers rafting trips on the Rio Grande and Rio Chama rivers. With a wide range of trips from half day to multi-day excursions, they're guides have something for all skill levels.
17.2 Miles
A variety of goods are available at the Tesuque Flea Market. There are jewelry items, rugs, pottery, art, clothing, pieces from garage or estate sales, and even some imported goods.
18.1 Miles
Discover the ancient ruins in Frijoles Canyon, located in Bandelier National Monument. The hiking trails range from easy to difficult, and there are abundant camp sites available for outdoor lovers.
18.7 Miles
Visitors to the Shidoni Foundry are able to witness 2000 degree bronze being poured into molds once a week to better understand the work that goes into metal sculptures. The sculpture garden is open throughout the week though for those who cannot attend the bronze pour days.
19.1 Miles
This section of Bandelier National Monument, known as Tsankawi, is a hikers paradise. Follow ancient trails to discover homes carved into the mountainside, climb ladders to reach other levels and enjoy this trip back in time.