Reviews of Palace of the Governors (Museum)

Michael Romero

This building is a great place to visit and the information in English and Spanish is great.

joe lisha

Historical .

Albert Gomà

(Translated by Google) Closed until 2020 but there are sellers selling interesting things out there (Original) Tancat fins els 2020 però a fora hi han venedors que venen coses interessants

Victor Romero

If these walls could talk, the history they would share would be astounding! This building has seen the arrival of the Spanish conquistadors, the settlement of the southwest and Santa Fe, home to many Spanish generals, governors of the state and is now the largest artifact owned by the New Mexico Museum. Take a step back in time and witness history for yourself!

orlando martinez

A must see

Christian Mericle

My family and I recently made a 4-day visit to Santa Fe, and the Palace of the Governors was one of our planned stops. I wanted to ensure we wouldn't miss it so I emailed the Collections and Education Manager since s/he is listed on the website as being the contact for tours. This person replied in a reasonable amount of time with a list of the hours (apparently cut and pasted from another source). What the person did not mention is that the Palace has been CLOSED FOR A YEAR for renovations! I would think the Palace of the Governors would have so much to offer, but it is very poorly managed (from its 1990s-style web page to its lack of social media presence to its employees who are purveyors of misinformation). I hope the future finds someone more than hapless at the helm to help the institution live up to its potential in 2019 and beyond.

Bryce Caster

The Palace of the Governors is over 400 years old and is part of the New Mexico History Museum. No visit to Santa Fe would be complete without a stop here.

Marga E.E.

(Translated by Google) Draws attention as is lleni around Native with goods which are usually made with turquoise jewels. (Original) Llama la atención como a su alrededor está lleni de Nativos con sus mercancias que por lo general son de pedreria confeccionada con turquesas.

Noël Eve

History is alive in Santa Fe

Jim Bergstrom

The one and only place to see America's finest Indian market, spread out on the Palace grounds. Make sure to check out my friend Ross Lewallen's gallery across the street, too.

Sarah Seitz

Essential stop for weekend visitors seeking to purchase jewelry and art created by artisans from local pueblos.

Donna Tressler

We actually did not have time to tour the palace but did purchase jewelry directly from the Native Americans in the outdoor portal of the palace. It was wonderful to talk to the local artists and the jewelry, pottery, weavings, etc. were awesome and authentic. Santa Fe is a wonderful vibrant town & we want to return when we have more time.

ALAN DEE

Had a great time buying jewelry from the local benders on the street

Escobaria Gracilis

Nice place to experience some local history and art.

Julien G.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful museographic setting of the conquest of the West. (Original) Belle mise en scène muséographique de la conquête de l'Ouest.

Frank Tedesco

Native American jewelry and more splashed all over the sidewalks. A fun place on any weekend.

kahiro kahiro

(Translated by Google) Very good museum Claire and well disposed with a history of new Mexico and the rest of the world very well explained from the first times to the present day. More has an exhibition on the nuclear bomb and another temporary on the first steps of the man on the moon. The only regret is the house of the governor who can not for the moment to visit because in full renovation. (Original) Tres bon musée Claire et bien disposé avec une histoire du nouveau Mexique et du reste du monde tres bien expliqué des premiers temps à nos jours. Plus posséde une exposition sur la bombe nucléaire et une autre temporaire sur les premiers pas de l homme sur la lune. Le seul regret est la maison du gouverneur qui ne peut pour le moment se visiter car en pleine rénovation.

Utah Crazy

I love history museums. This place was decent, though not very kid friendly. Upside: I learned a lot! Downside: there were more "information boards" than great artifacts. In fact, many of the artifacts were simply samples of what things might have been.

Edwina Chenplus

tour was eye opening, totally engaging

Justin Smith

Half of the museum is closed right now for renovations. But they still charge full price. There were only really 2 small exhibits. It's worth it if you buy the 30$ culture pass for all the local museums. Nice roof top view

John R.E.

History inside and out, the Palace of the Governors is one reason why Santa Fe exists and one way Native Americans sell their craft to visitors.

Craig Foster

Beautiful historic building right in the heart of Santa Fe. Out front, the Portal Program provides Native American artisans a space to sell their goods. Inside there is a cool museum of New Mexico history and culture. The building is the oldest public building in the country.

Mengyu Xu

Said to be the oldest continuously used public building in the United States. A must visit historic landmark of Sante Fe

David Rosazza

Love the market

Roberto Collecchi

(Translated by Google) Nice but not exceptional, outside vendors craft objects. (Original) Bello ma non eccezionale, all'esterno venditori ambulanti di oggettistica artigianale.

Brandon Conder

History! A blast from the past!

debra cooper

It is always fun to walk through this area and see what the vendors are offering. They have a good selection of items and some of the items are beautiful. Just because they are selling their wares on a blanket on the ground doesn't mean these are costume or cheap. In fact some of the items were on the expensive side. If nothing else walk through and enjoy the view.

Michael Suresh Raj

Historic place

AnthonyG Official

Why are people giving this 2 stars?? This place was built literally before the Pueblo Revolt.

JOSE Madrid

The layout and detail.

Jeremiah Fuoss

The tour was one of the best, most comprehensive history lessons I've had. Bill touched on all the high points, and major events in New Mexican history. It's definitely time well spent

Patriot log home Builders

In Sante Fe you must go here and buy your souvenir from one of the many local Indians who hand craft with pride their jewelry. I bought two peices, both gave me their card. Everyone friendly when you engaged, otherwise quite. Great for photos too.

VAREILLES Family

(Translated by Google) From the Governor's Square (Plaza of Gorvenors), you can walk in two streets starting from this square, the first one you meet is E Palace Avenue. It will bring you to the museums, to the Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi and several very ornate shops some of which are lost in flowered and planted patios. The second street that you will come down from the Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi is E San Francisco Avenue that will take you to La Fonda, a small shopping center and some Indian art shops. The Governor's Palace was built in 1610, entirely on the Plaza of the Governors. Around this square, framed by small adobe buildings in Spanish pueblos style, every day from 8:00 am is held an Indian handicraft market. (Original) De la Place des Gouverneurs (Plaza of Gorvenors), vous pouvez vous promener dans deux rues partant de cette place, la première que vous remontrez est la rue E Palace Avenue. Elle vous amènera aux musées, à la basilique de Saint François d'Assise et plusieurs magasin très décorés dont certains sont perdus dans des patios arborés et fleuris. La seconde rue que vous descendrez depuis la basilique Saint François d'Assise est la rue E San Francisco Avenue qui vous amènera sur l'hôtel La Fonda, un petit centre commercial et quelques boutiques d'art indien. Le Palais des Gouverneurs a été construit en 1610, entièrement de plein pied sur la Plaza of the Governors. Autour de cette place, encadrée de petits bâtiments en adobes dans le style pueblos espagnols, tous les jours dès 8h00 se tient un marché d'artisanat indien.

mitch mcguire

One of my favorite museums to visit.I go there every time I travel to Santa Fe

Chad Coriz

My grandma sells jewelry in front of the governor's palace!

Tracy Torbett

NOTE!! CURRENTLY CLOSED DUE TO RENOVATIONS! We visited the first weekend in Aug 2019. We were able to see the back side and courtyard and the printing press room by buying admission at the New Mexico History Museum located behind the Palace. We enjoyed looking at the building outside and especially enjoyed seeing the Native American artisans selling their beautiful jewelry along the walk on the plaza.

Ken and Alicia Lund

Look no further for the oldest continuously occupied building built by Europeans in the United States. North end of the public square and a former capitol building for the New Mexico territory. Worth a visit due to how old it is.

Katherine McChesney

The beautiful jewelry sold here is very expensive. It's often considered the last revenge on the White Man.

Urska Jinx

Was really epic to see a long line slowy going next to a even longer line of artist selling homemade goods

R G

Very nice visit seen lots of Amazing local jewelry and the people here were very nice.

Matt

Lots of homemade goods sold here. Good to browse around and admire true talent.

Sharon Lucas

A great piece a southwest history in the heart of Santa Fe's historic district. Be sure to tour this 400 year old adobe structure. Tour the museum, then spend some time browsing the the handicrafts of local native Americans on display in front of the museum.

Rachel Meyer

This place is CLOSED until “early 2020.” It’s a wonderful place for young and old to enjoy and learn about early New Mexico.

juan willis

First time I've ever fallen asleep standing up also the bathrooms don't have toilet paper

Nestoras Krystalidis

The historical museum of Santa Fe! You learn and feel the life of the people who lived on this desserted place for centuries...

Darryl Walker

Great exhibits. Learning experience gives you all the history of the region. Great native vendors.

Marco Spiezia

(Translated by Google) architecture from western movies (Original) architettura da film western