Taos Walking Tour

Taos, US
92% of travellers recommend this
Excellent (90 reviews)

Highlights

  • Pivotal historical points of Taos Plaza
  • Exploration of John Dunn Shops
  • Treasured murals depicting justice in historic courthouse
  • Gallery honoring Navajo Code Talkers of World War 2
  • Experiencing the work of renowned artist R.C. Gorman

Meeting Point

Meet in front of La Fonda Hotel, 108 South Plaza

Meeting point

N Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 , United States

End point

End Point

Meet in front of La Fonda Hotel, 108 South Plaza

Meeting point

N Plaza, Taos, NM 87571 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Taos Plaza

The starting and ending place of this walking tour, your guide will cover the major historical points of the Historic Taos Plaza.

Duration 5 minutes
2

John Dunn Shops

We will walk through the John Dunn Shops and explain who Long John Dunn was.

Duration 5 minutes
3

Taos County Courthouse Murals

Painted during the Great Depression as a Works Progress Administration (WPA) project, these 10 treasured murals depict justice in allegorical themes in the historic courthouse of Taos, New Mexico.

4

Michael Gorman Gallery

Visit the grandson's gallery of Carl Gorman, one of the original 29 Navajo Code Talkers of World War 2 that are credited with defeating the Japanese Army to win the Pacific theatre. Michael Gorman honors his grandfather and other Code Talkers in his gallery on Taos Plaza.

Duration 5 minutes
5

Hotel La Fonda de Taos

An historic hotel on Taos Plaza that displays Navajo artist R.C. Gorman's work, one of Taos's signature artists and a true character.

Duration 5 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Wheelchair accessible
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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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    All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What our experts say

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    Try local cuisine at Doc Martin's nearby.
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    Visit Taos Pueblo for more history.
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    Bring a camera for stunning plaza views.
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    Check out local art galleries after the tour.

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