Free & Cheap Things to Do in Taos, NM

  • The list below includes 40 free or cheap things to do in or near Taos, New Mexico, including 28 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Museum, Scenic Drives, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
  • From Rio Grande Gorge Bridge to Williams Lake, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Taos and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Red River, Angel Fire, Cimarron and Eagle Nest.
  • The list below includes 40 free or cheap things to do in or near Taos, New Mexico, including 28 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Museum, Scenic Drives, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
  • From Rio Grande Gorge Bridge to Williams Lake, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Taos and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Red River, Angel Fire, Cimarron and Eagle Nest.
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FAA certified pilots navigate as guests snap photos of the Rio Grande river and panoramas of Taos before toasting with champagne
10.2 Miles
92% 2196 votes
Bridges US 64, 10 miles west of Taos, Taos, NM MoreLess Info
Spanning over a 600-foot deep gorge, the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge offers views of the Rio Grande River. The site provides great opportunities for photographs, picnicking, viewing local artisan's crafts, and a rest area.
14.6 Miles
93% 108 votes
Lake Taos Ski Valley, Taos, NM MoreLess Info
A hiking trail of about two and a half miles leads visitors to the scenic Williams Lake. Visitors will experience mountain and wilderness vistas surrounding this small and pristine glacial lake.
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89% 413 votes
Scenic Drives Taos, NM MoreLess Info
Enchanted Circle Drive is an 85 mile scenic byway which passes through a variety of landscapes, such as valleys, mountains, and forests. This byway may interest those looking for a scenic sightseeing experience.
0.0 Miles
87% 807 votes
Scenic Drives Taos, NM MoreLess Info
The High Road to Taos begins north of San Francisco and traverses a variety of natural settings on the way to Taos, including desert and woodlands. The High Road offers natural scenery and sites of cultural and historical interest.
3.6 Miles
91% 466 votes
Religious Buildings Ranchos de Taos Plaza, Taos, NM MoreLess Info
Completed in 1816, the San Francisco de Asis Mission Church has an original adobe structure with two bell towers. The church is open for services and also for viewing by the public.
10.2 Miles
100% 120 votes
Camping Site Rio Grande Gorge, Taos, NM MoreLess Info
Located along two rivers, the Wild Rivers Recreation Area has trails suitable for hiking, campgrounds, picnic tables and a visitor center. Visitors can also fish and swim as well as go biking and boating.
1.7 Miles
91% 149 votes
Historic Homes Ranchitos Rd, Taos, NM 87571 MoreLess Info
A large adobe house constructed in 1804, La Hacienda del los Martinez is now a museum that provides a look into the 1800s. The museum allows access to all the rooms with furnishings and artifacts belonging to the period.
11.7 Miles
74% 266 votes
Visitor Centers #2 Earthship Way, Taos, NM 87571 MoreLess Info
Self-guided tours of Earthship Biotecture World Headquarters & Visitor Center reveal a unique community that promotes sustainable, off-grid living. Visitors can note the use of passive solar architecture, thermal mass construction, renewable energy and integrated water systems.
0.5 Miles
76% 84 votes
Historic Sites Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 MoreLess Info
Located on 19 acres of land, Kit Carson Park has a 3/4 mile walking trail at its perimeter. Inside the park are baseball and soccer fields, picnic areas, basketball and tennis courts, a bandstand and play areas for children.
3.0 Miles
95% 534 votes
Art Museum 1504 Millicent Rogers Rd, Taos, NM 87571 MoreLess Info
Housed in a southwestern hacienda with a view of the Sangre de Cristo mountains, the Millicent Rogers Museum has a collection of Hispanic, Anglo-American and Native American art. This art includes paintings, photography, pottery, jewelry and crafts.
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