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There are museums, and then there are "living museums" that the kids (and mom and dad) will surely find interesting. El Rancho de las Golondrinas is such a place. See attractions like original colonial buildings on this site that date back to the early 18th century as well as other buildings that have been reconstructed to reflect the style of that time period. The buildings and other items presented here tell the fascinating story of the early settlement of New Mexico. The museum is closed from November through March.

The Bandelier National Monument is an attraction that stands as a dramatic reminder of the astounding culture that has inhabited Santa Fe and its surrounding areas for hundreds of years. The Monument itself is a beautiful canyon that is 45 miles west of Santa Fe and was home to ancient Pueblos in AD 1100 to 1550. The rustic area features 65 miles of trails that also include some visually arresting abandoned Pueblo villages.

The two of you probably won't realize how stressed out you are until you both visit the Absolute Nirvana Spa for a truly romantic afternoon or evening. Your session here will prove to be the ultimate date, where you will be pampered as you choose from treatments like a Thai massage, hydrotherapy, deep tissue massage, hot stone massage or a gentleman's facial that are all designed to melt the stress away. Also, this relaxing venue features a tea room and gardens that will make your visit even more relaxing as you and your sweetheart can enjoy a hot cup of tea and a stroll in the garden before or after your treatments.

Loretto Line Tour Company makes exploring Santa Fe more like an adventure than a difficult chore. The tour is an excellent way to learn more about the area as well as absorbing some detailed but highly interesting history in the process. You'll dig deep and go "beyond the plaza" to some of the city's most historically and culturally rich locations. Your guides will make seeing and learning about it all even more fun than you could imagine, and by the time your tour is done, you'll possess a level of knowledge about Santa Fe that will make you appreciate the city even more.