Taos Pueblo Reviews

As the title says, when in Taos …this is the main attraction.
It’s pricy ($25 per person) but think of it as ‘giving back’.
The tour guide was somewhat knowledgeable but not that enthusiastic.

We did the guided tour (volunteer) for information about the history of the pueblo. We were not disappointed! We were able to watch workers repairing the structures. There were a lot of rules but only to protect the pueblo and respect the people, as some live there. There are a number of gift shops; we bought some beautiful horsehair pottery and a sterling necklace. Be sure to ask if the items are made in the pueblo. We actually bought our pottery from the artist herself which was very cool. Support the pueblo! Make sure you tip your guide - tips are gratefully accepted.

A must see in Taos New Mexico. The Indian Reservation is one of the oldest that is still being used and people still live there in the Pueblo’s. The Taos Indians were very kind and several had small craft shops set up to purchase authentic crafts. A must see if your in Taos, New Mexico.

We stumbled upon this amazing place while in Taos, New Mexico recently. It is the ancestral home to the Taos Puebloan People. Built over a thousand years ago and continuously inhabited by their descendants. You can walk the grounds and visit several shops that offer wares from food to handicrafts. This is still a living village, so parts are off limits, but it is an incredible experience I highly recommend.

It was a privilege to visit this UNESCO World Heritage site. You are walking in the footsteps of history, that has a lot of pain, struggle and violence against the Indians. The buildings have been in continuous use for 1000 years. They don’t teach about this in school. You had the option for a self tour with a map or a guided tour. We chose the guided tour and found the guide to be knowledgeable and pleasant. She was a university student and a member of the tribe so her cultural perspective was important and interesting. Most tipped the guide generously. Small shops were open in the historical buildings and some vendors had wares in the open on tables. No electricity, just natural sunlight through the windows. I bought a lovely pair of turquoise and mother of pearl earrings and a goats milk lavender lotion bar.

Expensive, $25/person ($22 for seniors) and almost nothing to see. Looking from the entrance you have already seen everything. Inside you will only find signs “No Access” or “Restricted Area” No need to pay and even no need to go there. Typical scam for tourists, I advise against going.

Honestly, this is just not worth the time. I'd give it a '1' except that if you like taking pics, this is photgenic (comes out much better than in person). Very little to see or give any sense of place (or that people live a fufilled existence here). Mainly for 50+ tourist types who want o oh and ah over native things and compare prices to Santa Fe - which the vendors will help you with. Apparently at certain times this comes alive with actual activity - and some of it 'real' but not on the day of my visit. You can sit on a bench by the stream (river is wildly optimistic) and enjoy the mountain view, but then you could do that elsewhere in Taos without the admission fee. Perhaps better if you get the guide, though if you're inclined to see this as rather depressing, that adds to the burden of being enthused for benefit of the Kansas City couple a few feet away. While I'm glad the tribe is able to make some money here, I would not make a special trip or pay the price unless 1) you're good with a camera or 2) want to say 'I've done that'

This is The must see location while in Taos. Continually inhabited for 1000 years! Take the free, short tour and you’ll learn a ton about life of the natives who lived and live here. Very walkable site, allow at least an hour. Great location for photos!

On January 1st, we came here. Thought there would be more food shops open. There was one and they had run out of fry bread. The dancers were intrepid. The temperature was in the 20's and they danced bare chested, moving all around the grounds. Worth a trip to see the pueblo itself.

This living Taos Pueblo or Red Willow settlement dates back thousands of years and is the home of its first people. They are gracious enough to let others visit, learn of its often tragic but impressive history, and their ability to survive as traditional people in the modern world despite it all. Felt honored to be allowed to visit and learn more about this part of American heritage.

This was my fourth visit to this beautiful spot. Although I did not take the tour this time, I was able to listen in on parts of several and found the tour leaders to be as professional and informative as I remembered. The highlight of my visit was talking with the artisans who sell their work in the little shops. One man told me about how he goes into the mountains to find the clay that is characteristic of the area. He showed me all the steps he goes through to produce his work. Now when I look at the piece I bought from him, I have a greater appreciation for what it took to make it.

This is an N/A ranked review not scored 1. It’s closed don’t bother going down the street it’s completely blocked. There is a casino there on the corner

The Taos Pueblo is beautiful, but it is a bit touristy. The Acoma Pueblo further south, outside of ABQ give a much better, noon toursity feel to Pueblo living.

Very cool history lesson & a step back in time. Nice staff & everyone is knowledgeable. Beautiful place to visit & learn a lot about the lovely local culture and history.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites are always on the top of our itineraries.

Upon arriving in our 23 ft. RV, we were directed to a large lot on Buffalo Pasture Rd. around the corner from the tourist office. Plenty of parking.

We had a great guide for our tour, a young college-educated man who majored in Indian/ cultural studies at university. That made the tour. He went into detail on history and answered all our groups questions. Afterwards we wandered around looking into the various shops in the North and South Areas.

We stopped at the Art of Life Gallery in the North Area and talked with Dominic, one of the artist/ owners, and another family relative. A wide range of crafts, especially jewelry, much of it being heirloom jewelry. We bought one of Dominic's necklaces. We also bought some small pies from an adjacent bakery shop as a snack.

We were careful taking pictures to make sure no one was visible.

An enjoyable visit - well worth the price of admission and the time.

It was raining heavily the day we visited so unfortunately not many people were out and about and only a couple ladies had their shops open. But the people we did me were so friendly and willing to share their story. The young man that we had give us a tour was very informative and proud of his heritage. There is much history here, and the old church is beautiful. This picture of the dog is one of many that live wild in the area, we considered her one of our tour guides LOL.......

Wow this place is very old but well kept It pretty cool to see how the tribes live and it has not changed
Very friendly people
You must try the fry bread it’s awesome

We have come here to Taos 3 times in 3 years and the Pueblo is never open. Just today we are here on a Thursday at 1145am and the hours listed on the wall of the entrance to the Pueblo says open Thursdays 9-4pm. But it is not open. I can’t comment on the actual Pueblo because I can’t actually get in! Shame on the false advertising, if a business says they are open, they should honor their word.

Tourist trap 110%. $25 per person to walk in. Only a few buildings open selling grossly overpriced items.
Didn’t see any family life activities at all. Very falsely advertised. Waste of time & $.

This place opened your eyes to primitive times. Our guide was a native of the Pueblo’s and was very knowledgeable about their ways. Lots of jewelry vendors and baked goods. If you see jewelry there you like, get it there. You cannot find it elsewhere.

It was an awesome trip. I would definitely go back there again. The food and the weather were terrific.

Very informative tour, and of course, the photo ops are pretty terrific if you like the most brilliant blue sky ever set against the adobe with its blue or red doors. And I do!

The historical and cultural significance of this site makes it well worth a visit. Don’t leave without getting some fry bread!

Nice little historical site just outside of Taos. It’s a beautiful Native American Pueblo that has been around for over a thousand years. It is very picturesque and has many native shops selling jewelry, art and native food. There are stray dogs in the area so if you have your dog with you, just be aware so you are not surprised if a stray comes up to you.

Really interesting to see. The residents are very friendly and the view of the pueblo with the mountains in the background is spectacular. There are some great small shops as well.

I would rate this as the number 1 place to visit in Taos. Margie and Bertha were great to meet a long with so many others while we visited. It's worth the price of admission and then some. One of my favorite things to do while we visited New Mexico.

This was our second visit to the pueblo and the presentation has not improved. After visiting indigenous peoples in Asia and New Zealand, we left with a pretty good understanding of the culture. The tours of the pueblo basically show you the 5 or so buildings. There is very little information to help us understand the culture of the pueblo dweller. I am sure the culture is deep and complex but you certainly don't have that feeling after a tour. I wish the council would look at the successful villages of Maori people and those of Indonesia(Borneo) and incorporate those aspects that help us understand their culture. My comments are submitted with the greatest of respect.

Loved the reservation especially the guided tour with the local which provided an excellent introduction to the history , culture and language of the tribe , the beautiful location with the mountains, creek along with the native houses is breathtaking, do interact the locals and buy their beautiful jewelry and local food if possible, do call beforehand as they may sometimes close unexpectedly due to funerals and other emergencies.

We had a beautiful day to visit and a capable volunteer guide who grew up in the area. We enjoyed this piece of history much more than Santa Fe. There were several vendors selling jewelry, artwork, drums, and pottery out of ancestral dwellings. It was so interesting chatting with each person about the Pueblo and their ancestors.

A marvelous experience, the Pueblo is beautiful beyond words, actually much larger than expected, and very well preserved. It is perfectly integrated in the surrounding environment, with a serene atmosphere that is difficult to describe. Our guide was knowledgeable and very open to questions, humorous and professional. Do go early in the morning when there are fewer visitors and don’t miss Grandma’s frybread place, The food is delicious and she is delightful, just as all of the local people we talked to, who were warm and welcoming.

We drove several hundred miles from Texas to see it as we missed it when we last visited Taos some 25 years or so ago as it was closed as there was a Pow Wow going on.
We didn't realise how lucky we were all that time ago.
We have visited several world heritage site around the world and this is the worst by far. The guided tour was nothing more than a visit to the church and a look at the graveyard and then ask for a tip! this was how the whole place was. Buy some blue corn Indian bread . I think it came from a commercial bakery not a kitchen at the Pueblo. Also do you want to buy a CD for $20 of me banging a drum. The indigenous indian's treat it as a cash cow but put very little effort if any into making it a pleasant experience. A WASTE TIME IN ITS CURRENT FORMAT. AVOID

Very interesting place and we learned a lot from our tour. We had an opportunity to check out several of the arts studios and speak with the artists. We arrived late for a tour but tagged along - they do give you a handout for the self guided tour if you want to walk around on your own.

Worth the visit. Admission is $25 for adults and $22 for Seniors. Free guided tours on the hour. Very informative and educational. Many local shops on site.

As one of the most important monuments to architectural and cultural significance, it needs to be said that Taos Pueblo is still a community of residents still living there today. After reading some of the negative reviews on here, we decided to be mindful (very demure) that we are guests asking to come into someone’s home. Should we not be afforded to go in, we would not be disappointed. When we arrived we were nothing short of grateful to experience the Taos valley and the incredible beauty. Explaining to my teenager about the colonialism from the King of Spain nor the US government could hinder a spirit of one community to abolish their home for hundreds of generations. The spirit of the Taos people is the true historic landmark. Act accordingly when you arrive.

Taos, New Mexico, is a quaint, artistic and historic community as well as a gateway to Colorado, Santa Fe and the Indian Pueblo trail. With an elevation of around 9-12k feet, the Taos Ski Valley has 110 trails/15 lifts and further east is the Angel Fire ski slopes/resort area. The elevation for Taos Pueblo is approximately 7,123 feet.

Taos Pueblo is a sovereign nation located 3 miles NE of Taos and is a UNESCO Living World Heritage Site as well as a National Historic Landmark. Taos Pueblo has been continuously lived in for over a 1000 years. (Acoma Pueblo, west of Albuquerque, has a similar distinction). Homes in the Pueblo (communal village) are made of Adobe with ladders providing access to the upper levels. There is a running stream that bisects the Pueblo. This stream is the main source of drinking water for pueblo residents, and further down the stream, a source for fish. According to a website I visited, "In accordance with pueblo traditional laws, Taos Indians who live inside the ancient village do not have running water or electricity. They rely on skylights or kerosene lamps for light, and use outhouses that are hidden from public view".

My wife and I visited Taos Pueblo the last week of October 2019. Like others, we wore heavy sweaters or light-medium weight jackets due to the upper 40s temperature. Driving past the Taos Mountain Casino on Veterans Hwy, and, further up, the Tiwa Kitchen, we reached the outskirts of Taos Pueblo where there's a sharp drop in the speed limit. Upon approaching the Pueblo area, attendants directed us where to park our car. We crossed the street to pay our admission fee at the Tourism Office (located on the corner of Veterans Hwy and Pueblo Street). A 20-30 minute tour is included in the admission fee which I recommend taking. Do note that the Tour Guides are compensated only by tips from visitors. While photography for personal use is allowed, do see the Taos Pueblo website for specific rules, regulations and restrictions. Per their website, the grounds and facilities are wheelchair accessible. However, I'd suggest using a walker or cane, if needed, to enter some of the ground floor shops.

Our tour began (and ended) outside the front entrance of the current San Geronimo (Saint Jerome) church which was built in 1850. Before the tour started,
we went inside the Church and were immediately struck by the simple, solemn beauty of it. Masses are still held here. No video or photography is allowed
in the Church for religious and historical reasons. The current church is the 4th iteration of San Geronimo. The previous versions were destroyed. However,
the ruins and cemetery of the 3rd iteration, built in 1726, still exist and are seen on the tour. Once the tour started, our guide talked about the early days of Taos Pueblo and how Spanish explorers were attracted to the Pueblo in 1540 thinking it was one of the Seven Cities of Gold. Our guide walked us around the Hlauuma (North House) and Hlaukwima (South House) compounds explaining things as we went as well as presenting more history. We could see the Adobe constructs up close and ask questions. In particular, when asked what native American Indian tribe her family associated with the most, our guide said they consider themselves to be Pueblo Indians first. I don't want to spoil the tour for you, so I'll leave things as they are except to say that the tour was well worth my time. Along the tour, there were a number of native vendors outside and inside some of the first floor residences (that we hit after the tour concluded). I'd encourage you to go inside a couple of these first floor shops so you can see the rooms inside the Pueblo. Plus these shops have manmade pottery, jewelry, skins products, instruments, artwork and food. Stop by the Adobe Cafe for coffee and fry bread.

I found the residents of the Pueblo to be gentle and friendly people. As I was passing one vendor's table, I was surprised to hear the Buffalo Bills and Philadelphia Eagles game on his radio. The native vendor gave me an update on the game and said he was a Bills fan since the Jim Kelly days. I had a great time talking to him about the Bills and the Pueblo. Suffice it to say that if you're in the Taos area, do visit Taos Pueblo. It is one of 24 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the United States and a way to literally touch 1000+ years of living history.

A UNESCO Heritage Site just outside of Taos. A Native American Pueblo that had been inhabited since the 1200s.

Wonderful tour guide and ruins. This is a living history lesson with people living the old ways. Great native art available, don’t buy from boutiques in town.

Unfortunately they didn’t allow us to go. They had a sign stating only residents can travel to the taos pueblo. There were two person sitting in the car and asking visitors to go back.

Travelled all the way from California to visit couple of places in NM. Its sad that we couldn’t witness the historic site and had to turn around :(

Be ready for a surprise since they seem to be blocking access anytime and there is no reliable online information, atleast not that I am aware of.

We enjoyed the guided tour (by a volunteer who works for tips, so bring cash). It was a good way to hear personal stories of what it was like living in the Pueblo. The entrance fee was a bit steep, but to help preserve the site was worth it. There are lots of opportunities to support the residents by purchasing fry bread, other snacks and handmade items like bead jewelry.

The historical importance of the site is lost upon a visit. It currently cost $16 per adult. For a world heritage site charging that price for admittance I (wrongly) assumed there would be plaques (or A plaque) or something with the historical importance of the site. I was so wrong, the only thing available (outside of tours) were small stores that were hawking tourist trap trinkets. There were tours available for an additional fee but for the small amount I overhead, there was very little historical substance being mentioned. If you could be guaranteed a good guide, maybe - otherwise avoid this tourist trap.

The guide we had was very good and very proud of her culture, which made this a great tour. She told us a lot about her people, their culture and customs. Very interesting. Too bad it was such a hot day, would have enjoyed it more, if I wasn’t sweating so bad.

Came here on Sunday, 5/25/24 and it was closed. Coming from TX and no indication on their FB and website that it would be closed - poor business practice and no common sense. Least give out a $10-$20 gas card for travelers.

What I liked the most about Taos Pueblo is how unique it is, you won't see anything like that community anywhere in the world! I took the 30 minute free tour they offer, but there is an entry fee for Taos Pueblo, which you pay by the community entrance.
I don't say it was excellent because I wish the tour took us to one of the houses to see inside, but I do understand they are keeping people's privacy too. Apparently only 25-30 people still live there, so many houses are not inhabited anymore.

Amazing!
We took a guided tour; Bear was the best guide possible. She is a young woman who grew up in the Pueblo. A wealth of information and stories! It was the highlight of our trip to Taos.
This is a Pueblo with over 1000 years of continuous dwelling history. We learned so much, my tour mates had a lot of questions, which Bear answered with patience and enthusiasm. Definitely a must see!

It was very interesting touring the Pueblo and understanding life on the Pueblo. Make sure to take one of the guided tours.

We hadn’t planned to visit the Pueblo on our schedule but were able to fit it in last minute. So glad!! One of the best experiences of our trip to New excited/Taos. Learned a lot about the history and had interesting conversations with residents that were born, raised and still living on the Pueblo. Absolutely a must see!

We enjoyed visiting the village of Taos Pueblo. It is a unique site, classified as a World Heritage Site.

The panorama of the ancestral and traditional houses of the Pueblo Indians, in ochre earth, with the mountains in the background, is beautiful. We thought we were more constrained in our movements. Only a few parts of the village are not accessible to the public (to preserve the privacy of pueblos).

The inhabitants present, who for the most part offer for sale the handicraft products, are generally pleasant.

We bought some of the most affordable jewelry. Note that the rates charged seemed to us for the most part exorbitant ...

This is a very well preserved historic community that has been inhabited for over a thousand years. The tours are led by the tribes’ volunteer college students, and they know life in the community quite well. There’s no running water or plumbing in the residences, which means showers and toilets are in the restricted areas for the residents only. A lot of the area is restricted, therefore three hours is plenty of time there. The low rise buildings presents a beautiful photo opportunity.

Paid $16 per person to look at the people’s wares and food places. Couldn’t go in the beautiful church. Not exactly what we were expecting. We did have some Indian fry bread that was very good.

This was not at all what I imagined. I fully expected a self-guided tour with an informational brochure and a map. While you do receive a map and informational brochure, your price of admission also covers a guided tour. Meet at the church courtyard for the guided tour. Our guide answered all of our questions and was very informative. Taos Pueblo is a remarkably maintained, inhabited site. To live on the property, you have to be 1/8 Pueblo. So, the residents have many stories to share about their lives. Everyone I spoke to was friendly and eager to strike up a conversation. Many homes double as shops and are open to visitors. Important note: most shops do not accept credit/debit cards, so take cash. There is an ATM on site, but it's at the entrance, which is a bit of a walk. The land is flat and overall smooth, so even people with walkers, strollers, etc. can get around. Mobility impaired guests may need assistance entering and exiting the homes, though. I highly recommend visiting this site, as it is an absolute treasure!

Summer did a great job providing us with the history of the Red Willow Tribe. We were able to go into the homes of some of the residents… the people are very friendly and enjoy talking to the guests. If you visit the Pueblo on a hot day… be sure to drink a lot of water. And carry water with you! Highly recommend visiting the Taos Pueblo!

Our visit to Taos Pueblo was one of the highlights of our US road trip. We had visited Cliff Palace in Mesa Verde NP a few days earlier and our guide had suggested we visit a Pueblo. Taos Pueblo was a real experience. Our guide was a young girl whose grandparents had lived there. She was fun, informative and entertaining and brought the tour to life. It was amazing. There was so much to learn from this cultural experience. One of the residents told us how happy she is living her 'simple' life and ways. Her ways and those of her ancestors focus on being eco-friendly, thankful, respectful and kind. We could all learn to live more like her and make the world a much better place.

This is a UNESCO world heritage site so it’s a must see. We toured the grounds on our own and it’s fascinating to walk where there is so much history. There are many small shops to explore and we spoke with many of the artisans, and learned a lot simply taking the time to interact. The tour group we saw seemed to be well led and informative. Please visit the web site before visiting- there are a few simple expectations for visitors. Be respectful of the people and their home.

There is no RV parking. The parking guys were super nice and blocked traffic so we could get turned around.

Taos Pueblo is a UNESCO World Heritage site that has been continuously inhabited for 1000 years. It is in a lovely location and visitors can wander through the village and into people’s homes.
It was an interesting step back in time!

As a second grade teacher in the Commonwealth of Virginia, I teach about the Pueblo Nation. What an amazing experience it was to tour the Taos Pueblo community! We arrived after lunch, just before a tour was beginning. I believe that our tour guide’s name was Naomi, whose family has homes within the Toas Pueblo community. She was informative and kind. Afterwards, we went into several of the shops, which were run from the community members’ pueblos. We bought a magnet from painter and craftsman Francisco Concha. We also bought fry bread from another community member but unfortunately she didn’t share her name. I highly recommend this experience for anyone interested in the Indiginous culture.

One important suggestion: don’t follow Google’s directions to get here. You’ll be trespassing! Just keep going straight on Veterans Hwy. They need better signage.

Taos is an interesting city if enjoy southwest art museums. We enjoyed touring the Navajo village and the Ro Grande Great Gorge Bridge. There are some very good restaurants and the mountain scenery is magnificent.

Everyone should respectfully visit the Taos Pueblo. 1000 years of continuous community living, in spite of Spaniards and Americans attempting to subvert their culture. Take the brief guided tour, ask questions and tip the guide then walk around on your own, visit the shops and chat with the Tiwa peoples. There is probably no better way to teach yourselves and your children about Pueblo life.

Very interesting and fun place to visit but probably a little overpriced for what you get. The people living in the village were very friendly and you can definitely feel the history as you walk around.

In our view, the place is massively overrated.
Yeah, the buildings are pretty to look at, absolutely.
But you can't see a normally furnished apartment, nothing but the gift shops.
Who likes this..... somehow interchangeable.
You also don't experience the life of the village.
Nothing but facades, souvenirs and totally overpriced... as always with the Indians.
100$ for a family of four.....
Never again. NO recommendation

It was OK didn't get to see how the people lived, past or present. The location is beautiful. Only rooms open were sales/gift shops so your entry fee lets you walk around on dirt roads to shop.
Don't expect to see any artifacts, tools, etc they used except the adobe ovens.
We took the guided tour and did learn some interesting facts.

Well worth a visit - we felt enriched by the experience... highly recommend! You have to do a guided tour as the village remains home for many First Nations people - continuously inhabited for over 1000 years and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The drive up from Santa Fe was equally stunning!

Def spend some time here… was looking for the locations where they filmed Easy Rider. It’s a quick 10 minute ride outside of Taos.

The cost of admission may seem steep, but the pueblo is worth a visit. Wouldn’t suggest this for young children, anyone under the age of 12. Dress prepared to be walking and outdoors as the entire experience is outside. We encountered a lot of mud, so don’t wear your best kicks. The guided tour is excellent and gives you all the info about the pueblo and it’s people. Be generous and tip the tour guide!

We enjoyed our time at Taos Pueblo and found it interesting with a mix of it to be a bit more commercialized than cultural. It wasn't the best value for money. The tour was quite interesting but felt pressured to tip before the tour started,

Toss Pueblo has been continuously habituated for over 1000 years. It is the oldest Native American community as such and has been designated not only a National Zhistoric Landmark but World UNESCO Heritage site. Check website for hours. Fabulous stop

Despite me going on their actual website to make sure they didn’t have any ceremonies or events going on, there was none listed. I even called the day before going to double make sure yet no one picked up the phone. Ended up driving 6 hours just to be told that it was closed. Like what the heck? Why wasn’t this posted on their website ?? Very unprofessional and a waste of time. Will NOT be driving back and wasting my time. They should really do better as their business tactics are lacking.

This is a must see historical and existential experience. Take the complimentary tour to learn about these strong, peaceful people! You will feel one with nature standing by Red Willow creek that flows through the heart of the Pueblo! Beautiful!

Great place to visit. Great tour guide.
Lots of information, from a local.
The tour was about an hour, but we were there around 2 hours, wandering about.

Experiencing the pueblo, the people, the artisans, and the history of this tribe is priceless! Take your family and step into a world you should know about and understand. I was impressed with watching the artisans create and being able to ask questions about their process. Also, buy some fry bread, if you are hungry! It's the best! This is how history and understanding of culture should be experienced. Remember to be respectful because many of the homes are occupied, and don't miss the church. It is truly special.

It was worthwhile, and certainly interesting. You need the guided tour. Entrance fee is $25. The tour guide accepts tips. A lot of crafts for sale. The most interesting part was when the tour guide mentioned that Pueblo women do not vote on tribal matters. I had to restrain myself from asking her what she thought about that.

Self guided tour took about 45-60 minutes. Touring the Pueblo makes history come alive. I used the Taos Pueblo website to learn more about the site. We went into several open homes/stores and found some beautiful prints. The artist was eager to share the meaning behind her art.

I have visited the Taos Pueblo several times before, and it's always interesting and educational. Our tour guide did an excellent job of explaining the buildings and culture.

Overall the experience was good and the guided tour was excellent. What really soured the experience was being sold a weaved baskett for $40 by a retired police chief who told me it came from another Pueblo. Other tribe members told me later it was from Pakistan….found the same item in Santa Fe for $14:99 and they were marked as from Pakistan. Really disappointing that the individual wouldn’t worry about damaging the reputation of their community.

The Pueblo is interesting to see but paying $25 per person seems excessive. The guided tour is about 30 mins so you can see the whole Pueblo in less than an hour, unless you spend a lot of time visiting all the small art shops (which are overpriced too and don't sell anything special). Our guide was very nice and offered clear explanations. I liked her. However, we were a bit disappointed to discover that the info given in the tour is the same than the one written in the back of the Pueblo map, so there's little added value unless you ask your guide additional questions. The tour is free but tips are expected.
There are some restricted areas clearly marked. We were in a non-restricted area (the sign was about 10 feet away) and we were very aggressively yelled at. We immediately apologized and turned back to the plaza not knowing what we did wrong. It's my personal believe that things can and should be said politely. No reason to be so incredibly unkind.
There are several stray dogs roaming free so if you are planning to bring your dog you should be aware of this. Dogs must be kept on leash.
All on all, it's an ok experience. I guess I was expecting more.

Despite it’s historical significance, this was very disappointing. The areas you can access are largely just tourist trinket and snack shops.

One would think that, at the entryway to the site, there would be a board chronicling The history of the site, and identifying the tribes that have and currently occupy the pueblo.

They were likely relying on people to not only pay the admission price, but pay for the guided tour.

The experience should’ve been so much better than it was.

Taos Pueblo is supposed to be an experience into a native culture. But it is not. The trip from Santa Fe is about 1:45 hours. At the Pueblo they charge you $16 per adult and $14 per student and seniors. When you enter the Pueblo you see nothing more than the face of 2 old buildings and a church. The tour guide does not tell any details about the culture. You do not see people at the Pueblo. You can walk into the church. And that is it!. You can have the same experience just looking the pictures at the web. Don’t waste your time and your money. It will be a total deception. 20 minutes is enough to hear the guide speech (the same thing that they give you in the panflet) and take the photos of the 3 buildings. If you are looking for a cultural, interesting and a lot of facts and details about the Taos Tribe, this is not the place to go. It is a shame that having a lot of culture to share, they don’t take advantage to expose to the visitors the value of their life style and culture!

This place was on my list of places to see because of its unique history and because we were principally visiting the Albuquerque Balloon Festival. The ride there was nice with interesting stops at Chimayo and S.Cruze Canada Churches. We enjoyed seeing the Taos Pueblo, but if you are not in the area anyway and are only mildly interested, I wouldn't bother. Bandelier has even older settlements and scenic views that I enjoyed more. However, I wouldn't say it was a wasted trip. We enjoyed the day.

Taos Pueblo is very unique and unusual place. I would recommend that the free guided tour be taken so, that you will learn about the history of the Pueblo and its people. Also, stop at Cafe and try the fried bread. It's very good!

There were four adults in our fifties/sixties in our group. When we arrived, no one else was there to take the tour, so it was just us four, which we were excited about. It was raining, but we wanted to stay and learn more about this amazing 1,000 old dwelling and the people who live there now and in the past. Unfortunately, we had a terrible guide--Iona. We paid our $50 per couple and the entire tour lasted 10 or 15 mins. at the most. My friend made the mistake of asking Iona a question. Iona got upset. She told us we could only ask questions after the tour. She did NOT tell us of this rule before the tour started. The "tour" then lasted 5 minutes longer. Iona concluded the tour because it was raining and "she didn't want to be out in the rain". We were honestly dumbfounded. But WE were standing in the rain and collectively, we had paid $100 for this "tour". I truly think that there might have been a deeper problem that we were not aware of with Iona. This was our first trip to see a Pueblo and our first and only day in Taos. I"ve traveled enough to not construct a negative opinion of a place by a poor experience with one person, but it was truly disappointing. We did drive from Santa Fe to Taos specifically to see this amazing structure. How unfortunate that we did not have a kinder and more willing guide. She could have taught us so much about her culture and people that we wanted to learn. Iona should not be used as a guide at the Pueblo in Taos.

Very informative and interesting place to see! The ride from Santa Fe to Taos was long but the scenery was incredible. Parking at Taos Pueblo was easily accessible. The guide spoke eloquently and passionately about her people and their history. I recommend this site to anyone who’s around Northern NM.

We parked in the area indicated and walked across the street to purchase tickets. We were a little confused by the tour guide process, but we joined a group by the mission, took a short stroll inside the mission, and followed an informative young man around the pueblo. He explained much about the history of the pueblo and life in the pueblo. Food and other products were available for sale. What made this site different from other pueblos that we've visited is the fact that it is still inhabited -- definitely worth a visit.

Worth the trip to Taos. 20 to 40 minutes tour was worth taking, make sure you top the guide! Learning to the history of the pueblos was very interesting. Shops are also opened to purchase local jewelry, pottery, etc.

We included a trip to Taos Pueblo in our three day itinerary and we enjoyed it. We were there shortly after they opened and easily found parking. We were directed where to buy the $16 admission tickets to enter into the village. The first tour started at 9:00 in the churchyard. Our tour guide seemed knowledgeable and was very nice about answering all questions. We were allowed to walk around without a guide as well. Several people had stores where you could buy jewelry, pottery, baked goods, paintings, sweatshirts etc... Everyone was nice that we spoke to. I would think you would get the most out of your visit with a tour guide who can explain about the village and the history of the people. The tour is free, but tips are appreciated. They do tell you to ask before taking pictures of the people in the village. I did see people asking, being told “no” and then taking pictures anyway. Don’t be disrespectful when they say no and move on to someone who will not mind.

Hard to describe a settlement that has existed for over a thousand years despite attempts to wipe it out by various groups. Definitely take advantage of the guided docent tour. Our docent was a tribal representative (pretty sure all are) who patiently and cheerfully guided us through the site.

Getting there is easy as the Pueblo is just outside of Taos off route 64. Staff will guide you to free parking which is a short walk to the Pueblo. Visiting the Pueblo is also free, but please consider a donation to the docents.

Please remember that people live here so there are areas that are off limits, and don’t enter someone’s house. Be respectful of a still working church.

The backdrop mountains are breathtaking and are sacred grounds. Your life will be more fulfilled and enlightened after visiting this UNESCO site.

Watch out and check their webpage since they are not open very day. Not worth the entrance fee to be paid in cash only. You get a short tour by students who don’t know much. You don’t see the houses from the inside besides those that are shops for the usual native art. The church you can see from the inside but photography is not allowed since they want to sell their own photos. Only five families still live in the pueblo in summer. This is not what it was and you learn only little.

Our guide was very knowledgeable. She brought to life the things we were seeing. A nice place to visit when in Taos.

The price to enter was $25.00 a small price to pay for the continued preservation of the site. There’s a 30 minute guided tour that tells you about the place. The Pueblo, church had been inhabited by native Indians of Taos descent for more than 1000 years. It’s a unique place. Do not enter houses that are closed because it means it’s inhabited.

Have been a resident of the soutwest for 76 years and somehow never got to this pueblo. Amazing. Had good parking, a good guide, and a good time shopping for some quality stuff, locally made. This is where Pope hatched the plan for the Pueblo Revolt in 1684 to rid all the pueblos of the Spaniards. Worked great. Learn all about it here.

This is a must visit site when in Taos. The free group tour was very informative and our student guide really liked sharing stories of her people's history, language and culture. Once on our own, we were free to walk the grounds and enter the dwellings that are used for art or to serve the wonderful fry bread. Definitely worth trying the fry bread from several places, as they each do it differently. It's easy to spend a couple of hours or more here to gain an appreciation for this special place.

Taos Pueblo is not just a tourist attraction - people live and work here. So, when you visit, please remember that you are walking where people live and work today. Of course, the community itself is nearly 1000 years old, so you are also walking through history. We took the walking tour and had a very eloquent and humorous guide - a man of about 30. He knew the history as well as the current status of life in the community. We spent an hour or two visiting the shops and bought a few things. The smaller shops offer truly authentic goods as you can watch as the craftsmen make things, whether it be cookies or jewelry or dolls or wood items. One tip: The only public rest rooms are near the entrance where you buy tickets, so make a stop on your way in.

I don't want to be disrespectful--and I realize that this is a living community, not primarily a tourist business--but the Pueblo was accountably closed when we showed up, in spite of it being during the posted open hours on their website. This was our main purpose in visiting Taos, so a little disappointing, as we probably will never be out that way again. I guess just be aware that you have to take your chances that you'll drive up there for nothing.

Great place to visit. The historical significance can’t be emphasized enough. Take the student tour so you can ask questions along the way. After that, visit all the shops and find some amazing gifts to take home. Plan for about two hours to really get the full experience.

My wife and I visited the Pueblo and really enjoyed the simple beauty of the place. It was interesting walking around taking in the scenery of the village, talking with the residents and also doing a bit of shopping. Well worth the time to visit!!

I was very surprised with the Pueblo. The history and culture was awesome, our tour guide was very informative. Highly recommend visiting.

Impossible to visit because of a private event - closed until end of the month- They did not let us go out of the car to look at the place for a second!
Rude person told us to go away.
After 3 hours driving, we can’t even stay for 5 minutes to see from a long distance! Such a shame for a Unesco heritage place

A little sad about this one. I guess I don't know what I was expecting, however I felt like the experience could have been improved. Spent $32 for my husband and I to enter. Only had one tour available and it was a younger girl giving the tour. She came off as rushed, then asked for tips immediately after. Very awkward in my opinion. A few shops were open, but not too much to choose from. The fry bread we had was good at least. I'm still glad we went, I just think there is room for a lot of improvement. Simply just the addtion of a sign or brochure with the history in writing would be significant. Maybe a map of the stores?

We thoroughly enjoyed our tour and walking about Taos Pueblo. The tour guide was very informative and answered many of our questions on the 25-minute tour. We also spent time shopping in the small shops which had excellent artisans work. We thank the people of the pueblo for sharing their community with us.

Required stop while in Taos. Many natives selling amazing art and jewelry. Get the fry bread, no regrets! Love this place.

A must see when in Taos. Seeing a Pueblo that dates back about 1,000 yrs. with a few families still living there will make an impact on you. It’s a learning experience. There are beautiful local handmade items for sale.

It's interesting! A great education in the history and the present. You should definitely wait around for the guided tour (the guides rely on gratuities, so figure that into your budget) as that is where you get the information missing from the $25 each person fee you pay to enter the grounds. It really is interesting. You should know: no real restrooms (port-a-potty) are anywhere inside the gate not even in the pueblo, no electricity, no signs telling about the different sites inside the gates. Some people were making adobe bricks and we took a picture, then they adamantly demanded a tip. No problem, we gave a good one, but were just surprised. There are some people selling authentic wares from their structures. Otherwise, don't approach the doors as they are private homes.

The experience was unbelievable. If you appreciate history in its authentic form this is the place to be. History that is still alive and thriving. The opportunity to witness truth from the Pueblo Indians who still live there, and adobe buildings that have been continuously inhabited for over 1000 years. Seeing the inside (floorplans) of these adobe buildings will blow your mind

The Pueblo is very interesting. The free (gratuity only) guided tour is absolutely essential. Otherwise, there is no way to even understand what you are seeing.
Be aware that this is authentic to its origins; no electricity, no plumbing, no running water.

On a recent trip to New Mexico we were spending several nights in Santa Fe, and one day decided to take a road trip up to Taos to see the Taos Plaza and Taos Pueblo.

We arrived mid-afternoon on a gorgeous, 70 degree sunny Fall day. There is a modest admission fee to get into the Pueblo, and luckily there was a guided tour starting a few minutes after we arrived. We gathered at the Church, and soon our Native American guide appeared to tell us some history and guide us around the Pueblo. He described himself as "a husband, a father, and a son"--and a college student as well. He told interesting and funny stories and answered numerous questions from our group.

After telling us about the history of the new church and how it currently served a dual role for both the Catholic and Native religions, we walked over to the Ruins of Old San Geronimo Church and graveyard, where we learned of a battle in 1640 between the Spanish Catholic colonialists and the Indians of that era. The ruins of the church and the mass grave-site were all still clearly visible.

We toured a few of the Pueblo buildings where families currently live, and ended up in the center of the Pueblo where our guide continued to tell stories and field questions from the group. All-in-all it was a very enjoyable and interesting afternoon. We learned a lot about Native American history in that area and were glad that we visited the Pueblo.

Take in the beautiful mountains to low lands, touring thru the loop, you go thru the national forest and you are able to view all different terrain. I must see is the “The Gourge”, amazing the bridge to no where.

Taos Pueblo is an excellent adventure and history lesson. So glad we did it. Our guide was a native descendant of the local people, very friendly and knowledgeable. Many of the ground level rooms are converted into art galleries/ gift shops selling locally made crafts and art.

We loved the visit to Taos Pueblo but didn't know they have different winter hours. We arrived at 8:30 am and were told everything was closed until 9:00 am. We were still forced to pay $80 for 5 people, which we thought was too much for what we received.

Our intention was to leave by 9:00 but we decided to stay for the tour, to at least feel we paid so much for something. We tried going to one of the houses made business but the lady was rude and didn't seem interested in attending us. We already went and it was interesting but not sure if worth what they charge. One of this places you visit once and never again!

If you are really, really interested in Native American history and culture then you might not mind paying $25 per person to visit here. You can do a self-guided tour or do it with a guide. There are many Native American artists around to sell you souvenirs. Overall, very underwhelming and certainly for the price.

I visited the Pueblo several years ago and enjoyed the visit. Recently we planned a trip around the one day that we would be able to visit it again. The website stated that they were open on this particular Monday from 9 - 5, with the last guided tour leaving at 4 pm. We arrived at 2:45 and were informed that the site closes at 2:30 on Mondays in September for a ceremony. We inquired when they would be open on the following Thursday, which was a possibility if we wanted to return back to Taos; we were told 9 - 4. The website listed hours of 1 - 4 for this date. It is very frustrating and confusing to have conflicting and misleading information available. We were not able to visit the Pueblo at all on this trip.

I tried to do all the research to make sure everything was open on the days we would be in New Mexico for our trip, but there was no schedule available on-line to tell us Taos Pueblo was closed for local events on the 2 days we were in town. I respect their choice of privacy, but a little calendar showing availability on a web site would have helped us plan our trip better.

I was really grateful to visit the Taos Pueblo and that the community allows visitors on their land. There is an admission price and a number of guidelines to help visitors remain respectful. I had looked on the website and the day we were visiting was listed as not having tours, but to our surprise, there was a tour available when we arrived.

The tour is given by a person from the community. Our guide explained some of the history of the pueblo, who lives there and how they live there. She also was very truthful with the many tragedies her people have suffered at the hands of colonizers. The tours are free but tips are appreciated.

There were some vendors within the community, including those that sold really yummy fry bread and a man who sold the most amazingly refreshing fruit juices. There were some jewelry vendors as well but don't expect much else in the ways of other shops or eateries. A visitor bathroom was located near the admissions and was clean with cool running water.

If you are going on a remotely sunny day, please prepare for the heat. Bring water, hats, and all other items to provide relief and sun protection. It was extremely hot when we went and there is VERY little shade. Our guide had a sun umbrella. I suppose if you went on a rainy day (I wish) you would need to be mindful of your shoes as the ground is all unpaved dirt.

All in all, happy to have visited, found it informative and would recommend.

We were very fortunate to visit their first day open. Absolutely listen to the short guided tour.
An amazing community. The various shops were open and welcoming. A must if you are visiting the Taos area.

Way too expensive for what you get! It’s nice to walk around but there are starving dogs all over the place. Very very sad!

Our tour was led by a young indian college student--sorry I did not get his name. He was well informed and presented his information in a very personal and professional manner. We got a very good understanding of what it was like to live in the pueblo and the history and lore that went with the place.

We enjoyed a 1st rate tour with a native guide. Fascinating place. We were able to visit inside a couple of the homes that were open as well as visit the church. Amazing that this settlement has endured for over 1000 years. My understanding is these dwellings are often called our first condos!
Any visit to Sante Fe will show how popular adobe Pueblo architecture is, both in hotels and residential structures.
A few residents of Taos Pueblo were selling native wares, more than reasonably priced. We purchased a prayer bundle for our home, made of dried juniper berries and dried statice. Lovely and aromatic and all of $12. An explanation card came along with contact information for questions. Very thoughtful.

After being closed for two and a half years, the Taos Pueblo is now open! We were overjoyed to be able to go and the people who live there are overjoyed to have us.
This spectacular UNESCO heritage site is the only pueblo currently inhabited. In fact, it has been continuously inhabited for over 1,000 years!
This is not a reservation. The Indians (that is the term they prefer here) never left and never gave up ownership. We took the guided tour, which was quite interesting and then did some shopping. The people in the shops were so glad to be open.

My daughter and I visited here before Covid. it was well worth the trip. Relaxed open atmosphere and people were generous in sharing their history, music and stories. We bought several items here native jewelry from an excellent silversmith, hand built clay bowls, sage, earrings. Just an excellent experience that I would definitely share again. The Pueblo is surrounded by mountains and the most beautiful and peaceful scenery.

We stayed about an hour. I'm not sure you could learn anything here without the short tour as there were no signs, buildings or other explanations. Our visit was OK and a little expensive. Although we paid $25 admission each to be on peublo land the tour also asked for gratuity. Wasn't too welcoming here. There were a few small art shops but not as much selection as what was in town. I didn't see any food for sale. I would skip next time.

Well organized and well preserved, this living pueblo is a wonderful visit to get a first hand look at a life that's trying to hang on to it's roots. Guides were Native Americans and informative. Fortunately, it wasn't a tourist trap but an informative look at the pueblo. Not super exciting. Covered all of it in about an hour. The only things going on were shops selling jewelry and bites to eat. There wasn't any 'real life' going on, per se. Just sales and photo ops. Still, it's an important stop. One visit was enough.

People have lived in this Pueblo for over 1000 years and at the moment about 50 families are still there. It was a very interesting walk back in time as our student guide gave us information on how life was and is. The buildings are made of clay/mud/straw bricks and then coated with a mud straw clay plaster. No electricity just propane. The Indians there sell a variety of art, jewelry and textiles. There are also some very good food vendors and we tried two different delicious fry breads and a piñon coffee. A lot of history there and well worth a visit.

i very much enjoyed visiting with the people of this proud culture. I was able to tell those i interacted with how much i respect them. I left with a bracelet, ear rings and necklace for my wife. i also bought a freshly made loaf of bread.

We have been to Taos a few times in the past, but our kids were visiting from Dubai so we thought we would take them to see this site. The cost is $25 per person but they need the money for upkeep on this historical site. You must take the guided tour or you will not understand all the significance of the pueblo. You can tip the guide after the tour. Worth the visit for the history of the southwest.

It was nice getting to see how people still live and learning some of the history and culture. Seems amazing how old these structures are and are still in use and standing strong.

The Pueblo, and its inhabitants, residents, and artisans do their best to preserve the culture and provide visitors a step back in time and into history. No running water. No electricity. A beautiful space to contemplate what it was like before modern civilization took over and erased much of the past for us. This is best for adults and older children, as young children will probably not appreciate.

We've been going to Taos for years but never taken the time to go to the Pueblo. Why not?? It's only about a ten minute drive from town and well worth the visit. Price was $16 pp. I wish we would have purchased the guided tour, but we didn't. Very interesting to see. You can also purchase wares and foods made by the Indians. We even got to see a drumming!

Since it was December, the Pueblo was uncrowded. The tour was very worthwhile. Many of the craftspeople were open to conversation, and that greatly added to the experience. The cafe near the entrance has wonderful fried blue corn bread. This was a highlight of our trip. Having been to the Indian Art and Culture Museum in Santa Fe was excellent preparation to appreciate the Pueblo.

Glad we stopped. A lot of local history. Do the walking tour with one of the volunteer college students (work for tips). Lots of local crafts and craftsmen at the Pueblo as well.
Well worth the stop.

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Very interesting to see the village where families still live today. We did the free tour, which I highly recommend.

What a treat to learn about this historic Pueblo in New Mexico. Our guide had roots buried deeply in this part of the world. She was new at guiding but did an excellent job. This place dates back to the 16 century, which blew my mind and many of the original structures still stand in some form today. A very informative morning and well worth the entry fee.

We took a nice tour of the pueblo, and were able to visit multiple artists and food vendors on a day right before a dance. Not sure how many vendors would have been open on a non-holiday day.

The buildings are interesting, the setting is amazing - mountains nearby and the river flowing through the pueblo.

Taos is a beautiful place to visit. The culture and history of the place is very special. Sure the skiing, river rafting and fishing are all great but a visit without exploring its culture is a mistake. The Pueblo and their history are very special and the opportunity to still see some of it first hand should not be missed,

Although highly praised in guidebooks and on websites, this pueblo is inhabited and (almost) intact, but is disappointing if you relied on the recommendations. Nothing going there on and a lot of entrance fee for a dusty road and a few houses. There are better places to experience the culture and really learn something! Odds and ends for tourists

Great short visit and guided tour in Taos Pueblo with the locals. Lots of great history and background information. Really enjoyed this inside look at the Pueblo life. The fry bread was delicious too.

Although I'm glad I experienced this very historic site, I felt the admission price was high. There was no option for an "unguided" self tour and we elected to skip the tour. The mud was very slippery after a snow event, making it treacherous for seniors. The people were extremely accommodating and the baked goods delicious! Lots of large, dirty dogs everywhere, which was a bit annoying (begging).

we had the walking tour and it was lead by a person who actually lives there! these are people's homes aand it was noted at the begining that you are not to enter their homes1 One man did which means he did not actually listen to the tour guides.

This is an important place to learn about especially since it is still a place where some Native Americans live or have their shop. The artwork we saw in some of the open shops in the Pueblo was indeed unique and memorable. Go on the free tour with one of the Pueblo tour guides (tipping is always appreciated) and you will learn alot more about the Pueblo and the area.

Enjoyed the day here. During a festival in Oct. 2018. Lot of great vendors. Enjoyed seeing the old dwellings

Taos itself doesn’t seem to be much, but the Pueblo is an absolute must-see. Take a guided tour if you can, you can gain an appreciation of the history that may not be apparent from just a casual visit. Today it closed at 4pm, tour was at 3:30. A 60-90 minute visit is all you need.

We were in Taos for the holidays and decided to visit the Historic Taos Pueblo. The weather was perfect and we were able to take a lot of great photos. There were vendors selling tradition food items and souvenirs. Tours are available, but we opted to explore on our own. It is definitely worth a visit.

I would recommend taking the guided tour and then exploring on your own afterward. when you purchase your entrance ticket they’ll tell you when the next tour is leaving. They are lead by residents and so you will learn more about the people, the history of the Pueblo and the area than you will on a self guided tour. Keep in mind this is an active community you are visiting, if it is a religious holiday, they will not be accepting visitors. It is a really interesting history, recommend visiting

I really don't understand all the great reviews for this place. It is 25$ per person to enter. We did not take the 1/2 tour and perhaps, maybe that would of added a star or 2? Basically you see the outside of the Pueblos and the old cemetery. The inside of the Pueblos are all gift shops- with them wanting you to buy. Worst money we spent on the trip.

Absolutely worth it. An amazing space. Such a contrast to the tourist trap of Taos. The Pueblo was serene and the tour guide was so nice.

After paying $50.00 for 2 adults, we were told that, while a tour was available, each person would have to tip the tour guide. After the 35-minute tour ended, we tipped $5.00 cash per person. Our guide said something about needing college money, and she has three children. She said that none of the tour guides get paid for anything for what they do. So, hmmmmm. That’s a head-scratcher. Wear a hat and sunscreen. Bring cash, water, and snacks. The few buildings that are open sell some pretty pricey jewelry and crafts. There are not many opportunities to duck into the shade. Upon exiting, note that there is a detour. None of the 3 mapping systems that I was using detected the detour. So, do your homework in terms of how you will exit and return to Taos. Otherwise, you’ll be making a few U-turns. Other than that, have fun, and take lots of pictures. Make lots of memories.

The Taos Pueblo is one of only a few Pueblos left in the southwest. The tour provided within the Pueblo is very interesting and worth the time. The Taos Pueblo is well maintained by the families. The admission to the Pueblo is very reasonable. We felt welcomed throughout our time there. Many of the residents will have their crafts and art for sale throughout the area. Our tour guide was a lovely young lady who grew up on and around the Pueblo. She was very friendly and answered all of our questions during the tour. Highly recommend you visit when in the Taos area.

Very informative tour about the history of the toas Pueblo Indian Tribe. It is amazing to observe a village that has been inhabited for a thousand years. The Indian artists were friendly and informative. Great place to purchase authentic Indian arts.

It was a beautiful day with lots and lots of vendors. I had to park about a half mile away but there was a shuttle to take you right up to the pPueblo if you were not able to walk that far. That made everything simple. You were not allowed to take photos because it was a Saints day celebration. It was a wonderful experience.

The tour is interesting and informative. There are also some artisans with tables outside and a few small shops inside different parts of the pueblo. There is some very nice and it's always worth talking to the vendors. If you decide to do a bit of shopping, perhaps plan on a bit more time.

Taos Pueblo is an actual village which has been continuously occupied for over 2000 years. A river runs through the village, which still provides it with clean water. Actual families wishing to live traditionally, occupy the Pueblo/village, without indoor plumbing or electricity. Because this is an actual village, the priority is not to have visitors or sell things. The goal is to share their culture.
There is a 1600s church ruin, and a rebuilt church, St Jerome.
If there is a death in the community, their belief closes the doors to outsiders for 4 days, special (private) feasts and celebrations also change their calendar. Call before you come, the actual morning you want to visit. Be flexible. We are being welcomed into their ancestral home!

If you want to learn about Pueblo culture, this is the place. I knew almost nothing when I entered. I knew considerably more an hour later. I highly recommend the guided tour (which was free). The tour was conducted by a member of the community who grew up here which added to the experience. The site itself is easy to walk around and very picturesque. Many of the buildings have small shops in them selling Pueblo items (the bread was delicious). Highly recommended.

Loved our visit to the Pueblo Village. Fascinating that families still live there with no running water and electricity. Nice little chapel and Lovely people

A good experience, learnt many facts from the guide Flowers, who grew up on this site but moved away and living elsewhere. She finds coming back “home” here enables her to reconnect.

The guided tour last about 30 minutes.
The compound is relatively small. There are few shops selling their specialities: pots, rugs, jewelry, etc.

Very beautiful peaceful world heritage site, Taos Pueblo, many residents have shops selling their food or jewelry or sage bundles etc… guides will walk you around and give much valuable historic and cultural information, free and every half hour or so.

Active living village of Taos Pueblo, home once to 1800 families. Today, there are ~300 people living in Taos Pueblo. The town is remade to show what once was. Our tour guide Summer didn't know all the facts, which was unfortunate, but she gave us an overview of the village as it once was & how it exists today.

The town has many shops and galleries open to the public. Many areas are not accessible due to people still living there.

Our visit to Taos Pueblo was one of the highlights of our trip to New Mexico. We had listened to a lecture about the long history of the Pueblos and the status of the 19 remaining pueblos and were quite interested in experiencing this one in person. We visited on a crisp, clear morning in October with the cottonwoods turning to yellow and gold, the sky a bright cobalt blue, and the Sangria Mountains framing the site majestically.

We were met by a native guide who walked us around a portion of the property and described some of the history and architecture. Then she released us to wander around on our own. The guide was actually a bit off-putting when she admonished one of the people in our group who had accidentally stepped on the edge of a plastic tarp covering one of the hornos ovens. She said he should "respect their property" - it was a plastic tarp, and we hadn't been told that there was an oven underneath it! The guide was also a bit cagy about how many people still live here; she just said that each home is owned by a family, and they are required to maintain it. We saw little evidence of anyone actually living here, and no wonder - there is no running water or electricity. Power is provided by propane tanks. One of the requirements of their UNESCO World Heritage status is that the property remains in this "unimproved" status. A number of the homes are now shops in which a nice variety of native art is sold. I bought handmade soaps from a lovely woman who has a shop full of handmade treasures, and we had a nice chat. Other people in our group bought fry bread - a treat that they raved about. I took hundreds of photos of this stunningly beautiful and spiritual place.

Per their website, they are currently closed due to Covid19. They advise to not even try to drive up to see the pueblos, since you wont be able to see them from the road closure. So check the website first before heading out.

I had waited 20 years to visit here. We went early as it was still very warm. I urge anyone visiting to make sure they are open. They are closed sometimes for ceremonies. We did the walking tour and it was excellent. So much history. One of my all time favorite tours.

It is absolutely stunning to see this dwelling and understand its history and traditions. Uncertain at first, we were welcomed into an artist's shop and greeted warmly. The work was beautiful and traditional and stories were shared giving us a better understanding of their traditional ways. It will not be forgotten, what a special place to visit and learn about.

The 1 point is to acknowledge the much needed support and integrity of the officers Governor’s Office and local police in helping us out of a dangerous situation. Otherwise, it should be 0 given the threat my family received by a self-claimed management staff. As shown in the attached images proving the posted photography policy at the admission office, on the instruction map, and on the website, exterior photography is clearly welcome except the Annual San Geronimo Feast Day. We therefore flew a drone from the parking lot area to take panoramic exterior pictures of the village in distance. Although, again, there was no signs saying this is not allowed, after two younger management folks came to me asking me to land the drone, I followed the instructions immediately and told them I will delete the recordings. HOWEVER, a mid-age male came to my family a few minutes later aggressively, claiming 1) there are multiple signs showing drones are forbidden, 2) my $1.5k drone must be CONFISCATED by him, otherwise he will give me “a hard time” (quote original wording) by engaging police to not only take away my drone camera and but issue a substantial penalty. While we fully respect the culture heritage at Taos Pueblo and are absolutely willing to delete the images if this offends the residents, we sensed the man’s request was highly suspicious and decide to proceed with the police officers. I figured the reason he dared to lie in front of me was because of my foreign face which reads I understand little English. The police officers soon arrived and reviewed the situation onsite. The police officer determined there are zero written notices onsite to justify the claimed “no drone policy” and reached agreement on this assessment with another officer from the Governor’s Office. Perhaps the most disheartening part is that a staff at the admission office was still trying to protect the misconduct of previous mentioned aggressive male staff, quoting “oh, the no drone policy is on our website”— which is another lie as the verbiage in one of the attached images shows and no way for officers to examine onsite due to the absence of internet signals! Of course, as expected, the unethical male staff fled the scene quietly as the situation was not favoring his unethical attack under the umbrella of respecting and protecting cultures— we, as 1st gen immigrants, have been practicing this noble mission wholeheartedly. On the positive side, I offered to delete all four images taken by the drone as promised in the first place and had friendly discussions with the officers about how possibly to request the Taos Pueblo area as a restricted drone flying area through FAA to avoid future confusions— any drones won’t even be able to take off as controlled by FAA database. These officers are very professional and are also embracive to my ideas and truly represent the best of Taos Pueblo to relaunch the tour after closing 2.5 yrs since the COVID-19 pandemic. With that said, I hope to caution peer visitors no drone for sure (hope there will be signs soon), and be careful with self-claimed unethical staff-could be very few but toxic- in setting you up through threatening especially if you look like a foreigner.

The Taos Pueblo Village is an interesting site (a liitle to the north of Taos) and worthy of a visit. It shows the way the Tiwa people lived and continue to live. Many of the homes were untidy and the parking was poor. The cost at $25 per person is far too high. Worthy of a visit.

An authentic look at traditional life in the Taos Pueblo. Length of the tour was perfect for someone who can't walk for hours! Native artisans opened their home shops for browsing and purchasing their arts. I visited a silver jewelry artist and was impressed with the quality, selection and prices.

There are many things to see in Taos.The food is wonderful as are the arts and crafts.
The Pueblo and its people stand out as the number one attraction.The are so wonderful and a Prayerful people. Their fry breads and pies are perfect. They have many handmade goods.Pottery is their specialty. A must see .The $16.00 entry fee is well worth it.
My thanks to the wonderful friendly people of the Pueblo.

We visited Taos Pueblo 10/19/19. There was a sign by the entrance stating that it was closed. We were so disappointed but I talked to the man who was directing traffic. He said it was closed for a funeral and would open in 3 hrs. We ate at a wonderful restaurant and returned in the afternoon. We weren’t disappointed! It is so interesting!

There is a charge to enter the Pueblo but it's worth it to experience a working pueblo that is 1,000 years old. There are many artist's studios throughout and you can opt for a free walking tour. Food is for sale (fry bread, etc.) throughout.

I had dreamed of this visit for several years and was happy I was able to fulfill it. The media sites are still not up to date, and even the locals are unaware it is open. Be aware that the Pueblo may not be open due to tribal, religious, or family reasons as this is the home for many members of the tribe.

I was fortunate to arrive on a day it was open. Everyone was very pleasant and welcoming. Cost $25 to visit, but was able to take a free tour that is given about every 30 minutes or so. Jaylin was fantastic, giving us the prepared histories, but also very open to questions that gave us insight to growing up and living in the community. Keep in mind that you can photograph the outside, but these are people's homes and not a zoo, so permission is needed for everything else.

After the tour was completed, I was able to walk around on my own and speak to several vendors and look at some fantastic art. Had a great conversation with world-renowned sculpture John Suazo (went later to see his monumental piece in front of the county courthouse) and connected with Georgia and others through great conversations.

Do try to visit, but please don't be disappointed if closed. it just gives you another reason to visit Taos.

Taking a wonderful walk/talk through the Pueblo was interesting and heart felt. Our docent was a granddaughter of a resident. Her great aunt still lives there. The history continues after 1,000 years.

What a wonderful place to visit. To walk in the community of the Native Americans and visit actual dwellings was more than inspirational. We opted for the guided tour by one of the university students. There is also a self guided tour. We drove up from Santa Fe and spent the night.

Disappointing experience. Arrived on a Tuesday afternoon with our group of 7 adults and 5 kids. $175 outing, and based on reviews, we had high expectations. After purchasing our tickets, we were told it was a Feast Day so no photos. Not a problem. We were also told there would be a group of dancers in 15-30 minutes. We toured the church, walked around the perimeter, waited 45 more minutes and left. Nothing open to walk in other than the church. No signage with history/points of interest. Definitely not a place for kids 8 and under.

Taos is a waste of time. Other than this site. Not worth the drive. Old town torn up and half closed.

We chose a glorious day to step back in time 1000 years. Our guide Bear was passionate about her heritage and happy to share her knowledge with us, although as she explained there were some things she couldn’t talk about because they are sacred to the Community. Nevertheless we listened and asked questions and she gladly explained how her Community started and how it has evolved and remained such a strong Community. We visited several of the Residents who had stalls outside their homes, they were happy to talk to us and interested in where we had come from. The Community is most definitely in safe hands with people like Bear and the other Guides educating visitors. We thought Guided tour was most definitely worth while, the whole experience was just fascinating, no wonder the younger generations come back after gaining their College education beyond the Pueblo and are so enthusiastic about maintaining and preserving their culture and sacred ceremonies. We would definitely encourage you to visit and dip into some very thought provoking history, the World could learn a lot from the way these people live. Another plus, it’s helpful to know that the Restrooms are delightful.

Taos is a wonderful plance to visit. There was alot of construction going on and alot of renovation of motels. Hopefully by next year everhing will be up and running.

Definitely worth the visit to learn about the Native American culture directly from the residents of this Pueblo. It really is an up close and personal interaction and highly recommend the free guided tour - tips highly recommended. You will learn a little history and learn how they live.

Highly recommend visiting this historic site just minutes outside of Tao. Truly eye opening experience especially with the guided tour to explain the significance of the Pueblo. Both my wife and I have a better appreciation for the Indian Nation and their struggles.

We came on Christmas Day, we were told no photos allowed so we respected the residents wishes. It was a nice experience. Beautiful culture, bring cash to buy jewelry and BREAD (so good). Lots of history and interesting. Church is beautiful. Honest review... I don't think they like all the white people there. The Native American's will gladly take your money, but after that scram. I get it. I really do. But just be aware of that... I personally got that vibe all through Taos. It's a no on the white people. Which again, I get and I'm not mad at it. Just a heads up.

Free tour given by a girl from the Pueblo community. She did a great job but the experience was not quite as interesting as I expected it to be. There was snow melt and the ground was very muddy. Visiting some of the artisians in the pueblo was a highlight.

We visited with a group of 12. $16 regular admission price. Free tours available, but they expect a gratuity. Wonderful historic location, where about 50 people still live without electricity, running water or bathrooms in their adobe homes. There are two of the oldest buildings in North America on the site, which date back about 1,000 years. Wear boots during wet weather periods, as the grounds get quite muddy.

My wife & I visited in July 2019. Beautiful Church and very nice artwork from the Native Americans. The guide (Native American) for the church was very knowledgeable about the church and the Pueblo in General. It was unfortunate that we could not look at some of the Pueblo's where people still live today living the lifestyle of centuries ago. The Pueblo's that were open were all shops. All in All it was a great visit.

Wow, what an amazing site! I happened to be able to listen in on a tour that had begun earlier. Oh, the guide provided so much information re: the Taos Pueblo - its history, its reality, its government, its status, its economy.
I wish I knew her name because she was so eloquent in sharing her own history and joy as a member of the Taos Pueblo community.
She addressed/rebutted the negative stereotypes about all indigenous tribes that many white folks accept as truth with facts and data. She invited us to speak with and learn from those in the Pueblo who know, who will share, who are blessed to be part of the community.

A truly amazing and special place to visit. We were able to visit actual dwellings. Also, the bell from the original church was still standing. The original cemetery. We did the self-guided tour and also the tour by one of the young members of the tribe. No electricity. No running water, water is brought up from the river. Cook on outside ovens. Small shops. At this time, they are closed on Tuesday and Wednesday. Make sure you check before you go.

I didn't realize the drive from Santa Fe to Taos was not bad at all. So we decided to take a day trip to Taos. The drive was really nice and we even stopped at the Rio Grande to touch the water. We spend a couple of hours checking out all the amazing work by these great artists. We also had some bread with white powders sugar and shared a taco, it was so good! It really was a beautiful place. I'm hoping the next time we are back in NM, maybe we'll stay in Taos and really get to enjoy. I just recently found out my Great Grandfather from my mothers side was from the Taos Pueblo! Would love to learn more about the history.

Interesting and got to talk to some of the shop owners who were former residents. Residents are gradually moving away so losing some of the experience. Need to consider doing more to show how people actually lived there.

Very historical site and well done tours from residents. Plan on spending at least two hours. Residents sell items, and water can be purchased.

This was the most fascinating visit we had in New Mexico. The people were so friendly and would answer questions. The Pueblo is in a beautiful location.

Interesting to see how the Pueblo people lived. Some still live there. Small 2-3 room adobe buildings with no running water or electricity.

They provide a guided tour of the grounds. There are souvenirs and food you can purchase.

Taos is a touristy little town, but without much special, other than Taos Pueblo, which is unique in my experience. I expected to find old Adobe houses, with a description of how the community worked, rather like a visit to Pompeii. Instead, it is a living Pueblo community with lots of artists and craftspeople, plus extraordinary fried bread. The only "must do" in Taos. However, the scenery on the drive from Santa Fe is stunning.

Truly a touching experience. The guided tour was enlightening and important. The strength and perseverance of the Red Willow tribe reflects the deep commitment to the indigenous culture. The people are very welcoming. They have opened their hearts and homes.

The Taos Pueblo is not just a destination, it’s a profound experience. As the only living Native American community designated both a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a U.S. National Historic Landmark, it stands as a testament to resilience, tradition, and reverence for those who came before us.

We visit often, not as tourists, but as guests paying our respects. The ancient adobe structures, still inhabited and lovingly maintained, speak volumes about the enduring spirit of the Pueblo people. Walking through the village, you feel the weight of centuries, each wall, each ceremonial building, each quiet path echoing stories of survival, adaptation, and sacred continuity.

The cemetery, enclosed and solemn, is a place of deep reflection. It honors generations who lived, struggled, and shaped this land long before European contact. The ruins of the original mission church, destroyed during the Pueblo Revolt of 1680, stand nearby as a stark reminder of tragedy and resistance. It’s impossible not to feel humbled in their presence.

Taos Pueblo is a living culture, not a museum. The people here continue to practice their traditions, speak their language, and protect their way of life. Visitors are welcomed with grace, but also with clear boundaries, an invitation to observe, not intrude.

If you come, come with respect. Listen more than you speak. Let the land and its people teach you. This is not just a historical site, it’s a sacred place where history breathes, and where honoring the past is part of the present.

This is a fascinating place to visit. The on-site guide was charming and informative. A very educational stop for sure. We learned much about the Pueblos in NM and their way of life. Our Turquoise Private Drive Tour guide, Anita, took us here. Otherwise I'm not sure we would have ventured. Well worth the stop. One of the highlights of the area!

If you visit be sure and take a guided tour. It is free with the expectation that you will offer a gratuity. Our tour was given by a young tribal member (a college student?). She was very informative and we were able to ask lots of questions. Only a few families still reside in the Pueblo but there are many more tribal members living in the area.

We learned about the Pueblo Revolt of 1680, the construction and use of the beehive ovens, the construction and maintenance of their homes, and efforts to prevent the Tewa language from dying out. (Our guide acknowledged that she could understand but not speak the language).

A visit to the Pueblo, lunch and shopping in Taos, and a visit to Chimayo make a pleasant day trip from Sante Fe,

Exterior photography is permitted if you pay an additional photography fee.

This was a great choice for a first visit to Taos - lovely, off the street, quiet condo, but right across the street from Michael's Kitchen for breakfast and a short walk to the Plaza, right behind the wonderful Fechin Museum and a friendly staff. I was not sure about the Murphy bed, but it turned out to be great: gave us lots of room when up, easy to pull down and put up and comfortable to sleep on. Small/minimal kitchen, but it waas all we needed and there was a full kitchen down the hall to use if we needed it!

We took the guided tour and learned some amazing history of the Pueblo people. This is a living and working community that has been handed down through the generations and is worthy of a visit. The church is beautiful both inside and out.

I really enjoyed our visit. Loved our tour guide and appreciated his insight. I enjoyed visiting the small shops and speaking with the crafts people. I loved sitting in the sun by the river taking in the place. It is amazing that tourists are even invited into this space. It must be very intrusive to those who live there. Don’t miss this site!

Felt the entire visit was a commercial rather than cultural experience. No sense of anything ancient or spiritual. Intetesting for a short walk around, but very expensive for what is offered. Better appreciation of this culture can be gained at Bandelier National Monument.

Taos Pueblo was pretty absurd IMO. $50 for a couple (yes Fifty!) and it was pretty much an opportunity to sell more Native American stuff at the shops that dominate the site. We did the guided tour and, while that was kind of interesting, it was exposed to the sun the whole time and just kind of sad. There are still about 50 people that still live there (supposedly) with no running water, electricity, or bathrooms.

I felt totally taken advantage of and would definitely not recommend. Maybe worth 30-45 minutes or so if it was free…

The native americans do the tour of the pueblo. It is the oldest in America. It wasn't that expensive and so worth it.

I was thrilled visiting the Taos Pueblo where American Indians have lived for over 1000 years! We spent a long time wandering the grounds & visiting with the people who live there. Many artists have their studio open & others open their homes offering traditional foods. We would have enjoyed being there for one of their festive days with dances, etc.
The young people offer tours & it's nice to see the youth respect their heritage & traditions.

We had a great tour guide who grew up in the area and was very knowledgeable. If you like history, you’ll love this place. While people still live there, many places are kept in families and reserved for special functions. Many people were repairing their abodes while we were there, which was interesting to see. There are little gift shops with handmade items as well.

We were so thrilled that it has reopened! My family had a wonderful time here. The short tour given by a young member, Amethyst, was very interesting and informative. Lots of handmade items for sale that are actually really nice. Everyone we came across was very friendly and seemed to enjoy talking to us and telling us their personal story in the tribe. If you go to Taos, don’t miss this!

Our guide was very knowledgeable and willing to explain about life at the Pueblo. He was very proud of his heritage and wanted to share as much information as possible. After the tour we wandered around and enjoyed chatting to the local people who were selling their wares. Lots of nice things on sale! Don’t forget to bring cash!

More tourist trap that world heritage site. Lots of arts crafts shops, but no real heritage. Costs $22 and you can spend about 1 hr to see everything. The only point of interest is the old church. No indoor photos.

We almost decided to forgo this visit to Taos Pueblo, but so glad we did not.

We arrived at entrance to Taos Pueblo at 8 am Wednesday morning, where we learned that they do open for non-tribal members until 9 am.
For others: Please note that the "open" hours are 9 am to 4 pm.

Although we didn't think we would spend much time there, surprisingly, two enjoyable hours flew by quite rapidly!

The admission fee is $25 (10-under is free; $22 for military and seniors), and they provide a leaflet with a suggested tour route + brief description of each "stop."
We opted to do our own tour, following the map provided, instead of waiting for the first guided tour to start at 9:30 am. There are quite a few homes that have room opened as shops selling various of items (jewelries, potteries, shirts, food...). Everyone we encountered were quite amiable, and welcomed our questions: from brief history of the village -- to upcoming festivities -- to the different features of their homes (thank you a young man, Tony, for his kindness and patience in entertaining my mundane questions).

I highly recommend taking the time to visit Taos Pueblo when in Taos, NM. We (including our young son) thoroughly enjoyed our visit.
We ended our visit with a quick stop at Mirabal's for a freshly made-to-order fry bread (with cinnamon + sugar)... YUMMY!

Honestly, just sitting under a tree by the river was quite tranquil -- a much needed quiet, a respite-of-sort from our noisy world, albeit brief.

* there are dogs napping, and some, freely wandering around, but they completely ignored us (strangers)... :D

Taos Pueblo was much larger than I expected, with several small buildings and a couple of large compounds. The entrance fee is $25 per person, and with it you get a map and directions for a self-guided tour. Because of this, we decided not to wait for the guided tour and just do the self-guided one, which took us by the church; the old church ruins; the impressive North House; South House; and hornos (bread ovens). Over all it was interesting and worth the visit. If you go, there are several shops open within the pueblo if you want to get a peek inside one of the rooms, and there are flush restrooms behind the ticket office.

The tour was enjoyable. The church is beautiful in its simplicity. But my favorite part is shopping. I like meeting the artist who makes this stuff. I feel that I’m supporting them vs going to over priced shop in Santa Fe.

Great place to visit if you like the history of the area, where this village came from and how it is still in existence today.

Taos Pueblo did not disappoint! This UNESCO world heritage site is a sacred place for the Tiwa people. Our guide told us the history, culture and societal activities of her people. Knowing that over 1,000 years ago the pueblo teemed with activity was awe inspiring.

This was a very enjoyable experience. It is amazing that this is still standing and there is so much history at this site. The tour is free, which is nice. Our guide was a volunteer student and was a bit nervous, but it was still nice to hear more about the Pueblo from someone rather than just drifting around on our own. The stores had some nice art and jewelry and everyone was really friendly. I would recommend it and would return in the future if ever in the area again. Definitely try the fry bread!

Our group thought it would be interesting to see life in an indigenous village. The only thing going on in this village is a few homes open selling grossly overpriced wares. No glfamiky or village life going on here. Very disappointed.

Very cool, great history lesson. A lot of the pueblos have local artists. We talked with one of the store owners and her family line went back many generations. Very friendly people.

We found this place quite interesting. Surprised to see folks actually living within the Pueblo!
We visited the Acoma Pueblo last year. It was incredible. However, we found this Pueblo to be of equal interest. While not as remote or as inaccessible as Acoma the history of this Pueblo is equally as impressive.
Only reason for the 4 stars is the condition of the area. Many people actually live there. Yet the area is run down and cluttered. Can’t understand why.

we stopped at taos pueblo....it's only 5 minutes from the plaza. our guide, a student at UNM was fabulous......knowledgable, relevant to both life today in the pueblo, and the the long historic past. she wasn't shy about scolding the dopes who tried to climb the ladders or rock walls. very interesting if you are a history buff or love photography.

I could have spent the entire day there going in and out of the pueblos, talking to the artists and watching them work. Everyone there is very friendly. My favorite place bore the sign "Real Indian Stuff". I wear the bracelet she made every day. We bought a loaf of delicious bread made in their hornos.

Your camara has to be licensed by the site. I found the guides either uninterested in their job or felt tourist were intruding on them. I got tired of being told you cannot go in there for relegious or cultural reason or that is tribal information. Honestly, if they do not want tourists, don't let tourists in.

The culture and history however was great. We talked to some residents who were selling wares and told us more than the guides. If in Taos, make this a stop.

Horrible experience. Drivers BEWARE!!. the place is a SPEEDING TICKET TRAP ! As soon as you leave the parking lot, within 150 meters a cop will chase and give you a ticket saying you were 40+ mph in a 20mph zone. There are no clear signs showing the speed limit. The only visible sign is a 35Mph. The cops are part of the Pueblo consortium trying to trap vulnerable tourists.

Moreover, the Pueblo was disappointing to say the least. The tour guide herself knew nothing about life in the Pueblo or much history. Never visit this place

Our visit to the Taos Pueblo was a mixed bag of emotions. To see the beauty and history was amazing. To feel and hear about the hardships were sad. To experience history was humbling. The native people were friendly and informative. Plenty of shopping and food available. It was nice to just wander around the area after the guided tour concluded. Worth the time and price of admission.

We loved our tour of the pueblo. The tribal members were just incredibly welcoming from helping us find (free) parking to the various vendors and our tour guide. Several tribal members struck up conversations with us and all were happy to answer questions. We spent some time wandering around the shops that sell pottery, jewelry and a wide variety of crafts. Most shops accept credit cards but some required cash. We bought a beautiful hand painted vase as a souvenir of our trip. The pueblo offers free tours led by tribal members getting a college education. Our guide, Stephanie, was just great. She was knowledgeable and friendly. We were happy to tip her after the tour to help her further her education.

There is a pretty stream that runs through the middle of the pueblo. We visited on a blue sky day and the trees by the river offered some welcome and peaceful shade.

There is also quite a bit of food for sale in the pueblo. We bought some baked good including pumpkin cookies and a loaf of bread to bring home. All of them were absolutely delicious. We also got lunch in the pueblo. I got a chicken burrito and my daughter got fry bread with chocolate at a cafe just inside the entrance. They were delicious.

The pueblo could be visited in an hour or half a day depending on how much shopping and eating you want to do. We definitely recommend a trip to visit it.

We were a bit concerned that the Taos Pueblo might be too touristy, or too intrusive for the Native American residents. But we needn't have worried. Our guide (a college student from the tribe, as they all are) was welcoming and informative, while clearly presenting the integrity of her culture and history. We enjoyed going into the dwellings that are open as businesses, and found some beautiful crafts to appreciate. Local friends tell us that this pueblo sometimes closes without lots of notice, but we found it open - fortunately so.

Great opportunity to see a Pueblo and tour. Everyone there was friendly and helpful. You can participate in tour or self guided. Highly suggest you wait and purchase some of your southwest art/jewelry there. Made by the person or family you are buying from. And definitely great value..... cheaper than buying in town stores, saw similar items 25-30% less and still support a community. It gave my purchase special meaning to receive from/meet the person who made it. The pastries and bread were really good also.

I visited the Taos Pueblo years ago during the month of October. the weather was perfect; it was sunny and temperature was ideal. The place is spectacular! This is UNESCO site and it is the only one currently inhabited. The buildings are very interesting and the place clearly shows the Pueblo Indian way of living! The building with the blue doors and adobe walls contrasts with the mountains and river. I was alone and I truly enjoyed it! I did not take the guided tour. Nevertheless, the tour and my visit happened at the same; I noticed that the information the guide was given to the tour was the same as the information contained in the brochure. The tour was very fast; in reality, you have to spend time at this site and live the moment. I spent almost two hours. I also bought very nice jewelry from a lovely Pueblo woman.
I travelled from Santafe to this place. I drove to a beautiful canyon and then went back through the forest driving the scenic road. It was a beautiful day with myself.

I went back on October 2021. The site has been closed because of the pandemia. Who knows when it will open again. As Pueblo people live there, I suspect it will take long time before it opens again. Measures against COIVID in the US are very relaxed; however, the raise of cases is concerning and I am sure the Pueblo community will continue to follow strict protective measures.

2023 NM Reviews

Taos Pueblo

Taos Pueblo is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places and U.S. National Historic Landmark Districts, such is its cultural significance. It is definitely worth a visit and taking the guided tour is highly recommended. We had a young woman from Taos do a wonderful job guiding through her ancestral home and introduce us to her heritage.

The pueblo is thought to be the oldest continuously occupied community in the United States, going back at least 1,000 years. Pueblo Peak rising to over 12,000 altitude to the northeast of the Pueblo, itself at 7119ft. There is archeological evidence of habitation in Taos valley dating back to ~900AD. The current buildings may have been constructed between 1000 and 1400AD. With lots of repairs and modifications since. Few Taosans live full-time in the Pueblo nowadays, most residing in the nearby town. The buildings, however, are being maintained by their respective families. Living in the Pueblo itself is difficult due to the lack of modern conveniences; running water and electricity are forbidden within the pueblo to maintain the original condition as much as possible. This is part of the overall effort to preserve ancient customs and traditions of the Taos Pueblo culture.

Because the “Indios” lived in towns (“pueblo” in Spanish) the conquistadors called the natives Pueblo Indians. We were told that the Taos Puebloans actually called themselves the Red Willow tribe, after the Red Willow creek dividing the pueblo into northern and southern halves. The northern

The pueblo has numerous traditional pueblo buildings. The wood roof beams sticking out of the walls- vigas - are a part of the classic pueblo architecture. Windows and doors were a relatively new addition after the arrival of the Spaniards. The homes have thick solid walls and in the past the sole opening was in the roof through which they would enter and exit their dwellings. They never built stairs, using ladders instead to reach the upper floors; the tallest of the building were 5 stories high.

There are many restrictions as to where on can go within the Pueblo. Consider all buildings off-limits unless they are commercial establishments; we visited a handicrafts store on the south side of the pueblo and had coffee on the north side.

There were ubiquitous beehive-shaped adobe ovens, or hornos, throughout the Pueblo. The baking process is unusual: build a fire inside the horno, close it, and when the interior temperature is deemed correct (according to our guide her mother throws in a paper bag; if it immediately catches fire it is still to hot) remove the embers and ashes and insert the bread or pies to be cooked. We were fortunate to run into a vendor just outside the pueblo selling horns-baked bread and biscuits.

Piles of brick rubble and the base of one bell tower are all that remain of the original church and mission of San Géronimo or St. Jerome, the patron saint of Taos Pueblo. Taos marked the northernmost extent of the Spanish empire in the region and thus making it a frontier town. The Spaniards first encountered the Taos pueblo in 1540 but didn’t establish a mission until 1617. Not much remains of the original large church, convent and Franciscan mission. The complex, as with many Spanish missions, was built with not just proselytization in mind but also protection. Raids by other tribes including Navajo, Apache and Comanche were a big problem. But it was internal strife that was most problematic for the Spanish colonizers. The Puebloans continuously resisted the conquistadors and the priests, destroying the San Géronimo church in 1626 and 1639 and again in 1680 during a widespread uprising. They succeeded in driving out the Spaniards back into Mexico and kept them out until 1692. Our guide told us of the heroics of the local Pueblo or Tiwa leader, Po'Pay, and how he coordinated the rebellion by sending out runners to deliver knotted ropes to local leaders who, could “read” the scheduled date by undoing one knot a day until they were all undone.

The US prevailed in American-Mexican War of 1846. The 1848 Treaty of Guadeloupe forced Mexico to give up 55% of its territory including California, Nevada, and Utah as well as parts of present-day Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, and Wyoming. It gave up its claims on Texas (which had self-declared independence).

A Taos native was appointed governor of new state of New Mexico but the Pueblos nevertheless rebelled against their new rulers and killed him. The US Army was sent in to suppress this new uprising. The Pueblo natives retreated to the mission and into the shelter of the church. The artillery couldn’t penetrate the thick walls and the soldiers had to resort to axes to chop through the wall. The US Army destroyed the mission leaving only the base of one tower and part of the nave.

The current church St. Jerome Church is one of the iconic structures in the pueblo. Built in 1850 as a replacement for the original mission destroyed during the uprising it is also one of the newest structures in the Taos Pueblo. It is still traditionally known as San Géronimo de Taos. The church is still active, part of the parish of Taos. The majority of the local residents are Catholic and the feast day of St. Jerome /Géronimo, September 30th, is a major celebration. It actually begins on the evening of September 29th with traditional dances and vesper prayers at the church. The actual feast day starts early with mass at 6:30 am followed by a procession, the appearance of the “sacred clowns”. These clowns will also apparently attempt to climb the pole in the plaza at the northern part of the pueblo. There are foot races as well. While this is considered primarily a celebration for the Taosans, visitors are welcome as long as they follow strict rules including the strict prohibition of any and all forms of recording devices. Fortunately these restrictions on photography do not apply the rest of the year.

This is really a wonderful and scared place to visit. I found the people to be very friendly and kind. It is a truely wonderful place where you can see and feel the history of this tribe.

This village has been in existence for over 500 years. The abode building are maintained in the same manner as they have been for centuries. Each home is handed down within a family.

We did not opt for the tour as it was raining and not sure we wanted to stand in the rain for long. Walked around, talked to a few artists. Would not have really known how to appreciate the area but one artist I purchased earrings from was kind enough to give us a lot of information on the history and lifestyle.
There is a lady who makes fry bread to order and it was delicious.

This Pueblo was very interesting. The tour was well done and very informative. If you enjoy history this is a good stop when in Taos.

Contrary to a past commentary the Taos Pueblo's web site clearly states that the Pueblo is closed until further notice due to Covid as almost every Pueblo along the Rio Grande and New Mexico. The Pueblo population was hit very hard so they are being more cautious than you might expect, The Taos Pueblo is not a tourist sight as most places . It is their home that you are welcome to visit if the time is right. If anyone was perturbed by guests arriving when they were closed it because it was so unexpected and may have even been considered dangerous to their people. It is well worth the wait and I wish them well.

This is the only living Native American community. It’s $16:00 to go in. Not really worth it and expensive but.......The talkers/guides are all volunteers usually college students that rely on tips after the tour ends. This helps with tuition fees. It only lasts 30 minutes
It was educational but short, the student that took us round grew up around the Taos so knew quite a lot.
If you want to see it/touch it and photograph it then go otherwise save your money and read a book

This historic site is well worth the visit! Avail yourself of volunteer guided tour. They give you a bird’s eye view of the history, religion, and culture of these people. Easy to spend 1 1/2 hours touring the reservation. Cost of tour is very reasonable. Don’t forget this is a National Historic Landmark!

Our guide was a volunteer college student and member of the tribe. He was so informative in the history as well as the present day experiences and culture. He exuded pride in his heritage and helped us see and appreciate differences and similarities. He lives in another area of their land because he likes his hot showers and tv but has spent time living with grandparents without running water and electricity. The church is available but not during the tour.
We spoke to a woman who made us fry bread. Delicious! She said they had a funeral and the ceremony last a few days. They sometimes close for part of the time. We also bought some cookies on our way out and wished we had bought more!

Closed without notice. As others mentioned, no info on any website. Driving there for nothing. Young guys at the entrance/parking lot were very rude and unfriendly. Yelled at me "turn around in the middle of the road", "do not use the parking lot", "do not take any photos"..... what the heck. The only thing was to get away from these people. My advise: treat your visitors/customers with the respect you want to be treated. Your community won't get my money.

Summer gave us a wonderful tour, spoken from both her knowledge and her experience. Enjoyed learning about the history of the tribe.

Indian Fry Bread was on my list - not disappointed. Great guide. Yes, the story was slanted to First Nations, but the history and background was fantastically and fully told. Stopped and visited and learned more every where we went.

We didn't go in. There was no one there but as soon as we got to the ticket office we realized why. The price of entry is really exorbitant.
25 euros per person and the 11 year old girl could take advantage of the student discount of 22 euros. Almost 100 euros for a family.
It just seemed like too much.
From the reviews I read that it is a place worth seeing but if they offered honest prices they would certainly have more visitors, which would also fuel their small commercial activities.
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The Turtle Dance on January 1st was a wonderful experience at this holy, magical place. Thanks to the Pueblo community for great hospitality!

First call ahead and check to make sure they are open. Don’t rely on their “open” hours listed. Luckily we were able to rearrange our day and had the next day open.. although they were closing early unexpectedly. We got there with enough time to see it all and take the last tour. Great tour guide. Very knowledgeable, clear and loud, took time to answer all questions (there were Lots). 50 Pueblo people still live here full time. There’s a number of “gift shops”. The Church was lovely.
Make sure you have 2 hours at least 2 hours to wander around as the grounds are large. There are a few benches along the water area.

We were privileged to he there during a ceremony (so no photos) and we took away memories of a lifetime (as well as oven bread!)

We took the tour which was about 20-30 minutes. While the original buildings are interesting, it takes 10 minutes to look around and the tour did not offer any more info than the pamphlet they gave us. You can see all you need to see driving by on the road.

We tried to go today (6/13) and didn’t. Sign at the entrance said no electronics and electronics could be confiscated and not returned. The accompanying picture showed cameras and phones and something else we don’t recall. There were three young men in reflector vests we smiled and moved past them to the parking area when one ran after our really slow moving car and, in what we perceived as an unfriendly manner, told us where to park - we were driving to the parking lot, We were totally confused, felt uncomfortable,confused about no cell phones or cameras and we asked the man if we could just turn around and leave and we did. We’re still confused after seeing all of the pictures here, reading the reviews, and looking at the website. And we are very disappointed to miss out but it felt really strange.

This was really a great place to visit if you are interested in native culture. The people were very friendly and knowledgeable about the site. I was impressed with their building skill over a 1000 years ago.

...in time. There are people creating and selling jewelry, pottery, and paintings, etc. in several of the dwellings...homemade baked goods that are still warm from the clay ovens. Take a tour if you like, or just mosey around like I did. Dog friendly, In fact there are lots of dogs roaming free like they own the place...oh ya, they do! Community pride and connectedness was inspiring...

We visited and learned a lot. We recommend that you take advantage of the free tours - just tip the guide at the end. The history of the people living there is very interesting and the shops are filled with very high quality items

The price is expensive ($25 per adult for entry) and guided tours are gratuity-based. We had a nice time here though, had a nice mint lemonade & fry bread. The adobe buildings and kivas were cool to see, and to understand the history that’s happened there over the years.

What an interesting place to visit! There is much to see and learn here. Also, I bought a lovely pair of earrings here from one of the little Native American shops. Well worth your time.

We were looking forward to visiting the Taos Pueblo during our extensive road trip through New Mexico, to learn about the Pueblos, the People, and the history of the area; however, our young guide did not share the story of her people in any detail, but rather focused on her personal views of her “specialness”.

She does not see herself as a Native American, but rather Indigenous.......not an American - yet going to college, wearing lovely make-up, enjoying a terrific hair cut with great color, expressing her beliefs openly....all with an air of arrogance.

My disappointment was that I was hoping for stories, history, and a better understanding of the New Mexico people......and I am leaving with a desire to never return to New Mexico as I am just “an American” who’s family has fought for our freedoms, survived many prejudices, and love our history along with our diverse cultures.

If in Taos must visit. Had a nice tour by local indian woman, very informative and recommend. History very interesting and enjoyed both the old church ruins/graveyard and the new church. Quite unique. Gotta have some fry bread before you lave.

Guided tour, led by an Indian college student. Some villagers still live inside the wall, without electricity or plumbing, though the tribe isn’t poor.

Bad experience! This ancient village of natives, a UNESCO heritage site, is actually a half-reconstruction on a village now invisible. The problem is in addition to the ridiculously expensive ticket, that the village is infiltrated by gadget vendors, directly inside the ruins, Also much of the village is closed for “works”.... AVOID.

It isn't necessarily on everyone's tourist list but this living pueblo is absolutely fascinating. Be warned that the website is a bit of a mess and suggests that it is not open; with the exception of certain festivals (which you can actually look up on the website), that's not true. We went on a fascinating tour given by someone whose grandparents live in the pueblo and learned a ton. It costs $25 each and we felt like it was worth every penny given what we learned.

We drove to Taos to visit this historic and beautiful location. Unfortunately it was closed and we had NO notice until arriving at the gate. The employee at the gate was very unfriendly and yelled at us to turn around. Since then, we've learned tha unfortunately t this site is actually unfriendly and not welcoming to visitors.

Very friendly and interesting place for a bit of history. We took a tour around 10:30 am on a Saturday. Tour started at church. Pretty chilly and a few sellers were just putting out their wares.
The tour added a lot to our visit.
Lots of friendly dogs hanging around.
Public restrooms. Plenty of parking.

We loved our visit! Although 25$ per person is expensive, I am still glad we did it. The free tour makes up for that cost; and our tour guide Sequoia was fantastic! This has a special feeling just being in this place, the amount of history here is just amazing. We did not buy anything once inside, but their were a handful of homes open to selling food, jewelry, pottery and other things. Really nice morning!

Sad they now charge $25 catering to tourists. I am a local and used to visit when it was $10 but now that it’s so expensive I can’t visit any more.

Beautiful authentic old Pueblo with resident guided tour. A few shops areopen with the artist selling their actual work. Not mass produced items. We like history and we learned a lot.

We took a great tour with a young lady whose ancestors came from the Pueblo. She was very informative and answered many of our questions. It was a wonderful peek into a unique lifestyle . She explained some of their rules and traditions. Inhabitants of the Pueblo sell their crafts and food inside. It was a very enjoyable day.

I was expecting a living community but found adobe houses that were converted to stores. From the information given by the students (who live in town) only five families live there. There is history there but I was not able to see an active community. They charge admission $25 per person.

We visited Taos Pueblo in early September and I was really excited about visiting this place because it looked so ancient and unlike anything I’ve seen in the US before.

The place is well preserved culturally and otherwise. The buildings there are actually homes occupied by the natives.

The weather here can change pretty quick. It was a hot sweltering day when we got here, there was a dust storm kicking up. And in 20 more minutes, it was suddenly pouring with hail. I’d suggest carrying an umbrella to be safe since there were literally no indications of rain when we go here and the weather forecast didn’t predict it either.

The guided tours for the rest of the day got canceled due to the rain but the guy at the admissions desk was kind enough the put a note on our receipt saying that we couldn’t make the tour due to rain. He said we could re-use the same receipt the next day for admission since we had missed the tour. They honored the receipt the next day and we appreciated this greatly.

The tour in itself is informative and is about 30 minutes. The shops are overpriced but i felt it’s okay to pay a little more for some of the stuff since it’s stuff you wouldn’t get elsewhere and it’s all handmade. Also since it would support the local artisans and their livelihood, I was happy to buy a couple of things.

The day it rained, one of the natives was kind enough to give us shelter in his shop and allowed us to stay for as long as we wanted. He gave us a lot of useful info about their history and even found a few plastic sheets for us to cover ourselves with till we walked back or our car. Very polite and kind.

The place has the feels of something from a different era altogether. Beware of soles limits on the route that brings you here. The speed limit is very low (25 mph or something in that range) and many motorists unknowingly exceed it and get pulled over. Both days we visited this place, we saw many people being pulled over for being above the limit.

Other than that, the place is good and is worth a visit.

I think this is a great place to visit if you are wanting an introduction to Native American culture in New Mexico. It's wonderful to be able to visit a functioning pueblo and to meet the people whose families have lived there for centuries. It took us about 1.5 hours to see everything and visit the shops.

The visit is worth a quick trip. I did not realize people still lived out there. They are friendly but there’s lots of selling of “stuff” imported from elsewhere. We did find a small shop off the bested path that had beautiful stone carvings, fetishes and jewelery.

We went twice during our Taos stay. Be sure to take the free guided tour to get the historical significance.

Paid 50 bucks for my wife and daughter and myself. You have basically Adobe Pueblo structures, occasionally you’ll see someone slapping mud on them. You might see somebody take a bucket of water from the creek. It all seems very staged. If you look close enough there are lots of very nice brand new pick ups in the town lot, there’s nobody really coming and going out of any of the Adobe houses. Not any real activity in terms of an inhabited village. The structures that are open are all selling jewelry or food. I’m not sure that anybody really lives there year-round. Definitely not worth the money. I felt really taken advantage of! I wish I hadn’t wasted the money.

Beautiful UNESCO site. Our tour guide was super informative. If you go here, be sure to go on a tour, it adds to the experience.

Date of visit, May 6 9 am
I had already seen the Pueblo and stayed in car so a friend could visit. The young gentleman at the guard station was extremely rude and should not be the first face of this site.

Overall, my friend was not impressed and was done in 40 minutes.

Unfortunately, lots of dogs running around but they at least were more welcoming than the young man in the parking lot.

I would advise people to just go on line and view it virtually.

Bigger and more aweing in person than the pictures promise. The Native people living here are very very nice, I was first misled by negative reviews but they were very kind. Please bring cash if you want to purchase jewelry or art crafts from the local residents. Also bring boots, it is very muddy here. The main square, which is cleaved in half by the river, is huge. You are allowed to take pictures of everything but the church and the inhabitants, obviously.

It was cool the fry bread is the best. The tour was OK. Be sure to talk to the owners in the cafe they are very knowledgeable.

Very TOURIST oriented and a bit PRICEY ($25/person) . I guess you could just park and walk around (would only take about 30 mins to see it ALL. The homes you go into are OVERPRICED art/souvenir shops.

Very disappointed in this. $16 entry and it was a big tourist trap. There’s basically 3 points of interest of which one, the church, you can visit. That takes up 5 minutes. Then there are some shops selling the same old tut you see everywhere else. As a European I know very little about Native American culture, and after this visit, I still know very little. Get some training for the guides!!

Great fun! Went with family and had a great time! Super hot but fun and the “clowns” were a great experience for the entire family!

Sadly not open as advertised. Website states opening April 1st Tue-Friday but we were turned away on Tuesday saying they will open again on Thursday. No worries - other stuff to do but wanted to mention so others would know.

fun time visiting the homes of the pueblo indians. the village is all enclosed in a site that only allows the native amercians to live there. learned many things about the old ways of living

Our guide was good but she doesn't even live there. and it was only 15 min tour. There is not much to see. Also they showed from outside, you can't go inside of these houses. That disappointed me after paying such high price. Its totally not worth it.

Beautiful scenery, interesting history, very frequent guided tours with nice guides, a must see place if you are in Taos.

The only reason that I rated our visit four out of five was because I think they’re failing to take advantage of having a small café that could serve drinks and snacks for people who have made the effort to come there otherwise it was a five

We stopped at Taos Pueblo just after it opened in the morning and followed the guided tour given by one of the locals. It was very interesting to hear about how long the Pueblo has existed, how it is still used today and how little it has changed. In addition to being shown the different parts of the Pueblo and hearing about its history, we were also able to go inside some of the homes/shops. A definite must for anyone new to New Mexico.

Taos Pueblo was a very special place to visit. I took one of the tours of the Pueblo with one of the members. She was so informative about her culture.

I love this place. I have been here before every-time I go to Taos I always go to this place. This place has a lot of history.

If you're in this part of New Mexico, a visit to Taos Pueblo is a must. Plan ahead so you know when it will be open to visitors, and I think getting there on the early side before it gets too crowded will be a good choice. You'll be directed on where to park, and you purchase tickets to visit near the entry to the large open area in front of the main multi-storied pueblo structure. The church of San Geronimo de Taos is right near this entry point and it's worth visiting, though interior photos are not allowed. You can join a guided tour of the pueblo that's included in the ticket price but a friend and I just walked around on our own. Please respect the privacy of the pueblo residents and do not go into areas that are clearly marked as being off limits to visitors. Some of the residents sell artwork, clothing items, baked goods, and other things around the pueblo - I bought some cookies there and they were both distinctive and delicious.

This is really a site like no other in the US, and I'd consider it to be an essential visit.

Hmph. Well I can tell you this: don’t go to Santa Fe first then visit Taos! You will be disappointed. Try going the other way around and I’m sure you’ll appreciate the small, unique town more that way. I’m so glad we only booked 1 nt here!! The Pueblo was CLOSED due to covid so we missed that. We walked around and went in many art galleries and chinzy tourist shops until we just couldn’t do it anymore. We are here on a Monday and most restaurants are closed and shops closed at 5. Looking forward to our dinner tonight at Aji so hopefully that’ll be the the highlight. Very laid back and some live music could really make this are nicer. Wish we could’ve experienced some of the history better since so many museums were closed.

Our kids wanted to visit a reservation and very much enjoyed learning about the Taos Pueblo. Had many visits with locals and learned a lot about their culture. Would recommend this to anyone who comes to Taos.

What a wonderful way to bring in the new year. We were awestruck by the dancers and the beauty of the pueblo itself.

Glad we didn’t waste almost $50 to see this UNESCO Heritage Site. Why would anyone even want to go there to be met with ultimate rudeness of the security guard. It is ridiculous that he doesn’t even allow to take a closer look from the outside, let alone to take one single photo. Luckily, Pueblo houses are very low on our priority list and we don’t regret missing them. Not all UNESCO Heritage Sites are mandatory to visit.

It was a very interesting experience and it was nice to see something that has been around for so long.

Fantastic to see people still living in a thousand year old dwelling and hearing the history from a local native American

Its was generally boring but the worst part is that a necklace and bracelet bought at two shops here broke within 5 days. Dollar tree quality for $30+ bucks.

Great to see people living in the same place and maintaining traditions for over 1000 years -- and a privilege to be in their community .. Another review suggested taking a free, gratuity-based tour, which we did .. It enhanced our visit, offering insights, answering our questions, etc .. The Taos Pueblo were also exceptional friendly ..

We went and would suggest any who are in the area to go! While one can walk around by oneself, we strongly suggest taking the tour. Our tour guide lead us around for at least an hour. There is no charge for these tours; the guides only renumeration are donations or tips at the end.

Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and was glad to answer all questions.

Afterwards, we visited the various shops with art, crafts and food.

We bought souvenirs, ate the food and would suggest it everyone!

Over the past eight years, I have visited Taos Pueblo and learned to confirm hours prior to arrival. Although I occasionally encountered difficulties getting someone on the line, the experience was always worthwhile. I’ve had the privilege of purchasing art from talented artists, including Deborah Lujan, Sonny Spruce, FlowerBasket Lujan-Lucero, and many others. Nevertheless, the guided tour led by Flowers, a young Taos Pueblo lady, was the highlight of my experience. Her warmth, expertise, and kindness made us feel at ease. I highly recommend taking the tour with Flowers, who shares her knowledge and personal stories with kindness and humor. It is crucial to bring essentials like sunscreen, water, and comfortable shoes and prepare for a rich and rewarding experience. Please note that some shops do not accept credit cards. I should add that there are several individuals I know with the name Flower, but the tour guide is the only one named Flowers, which is both her English and tribal name.

This is a fascinating place with a rich history. The Taos Pueblo is a UNESCO World History site, and the only one that is a residential community. As you tour the pueblo, you are seeing the actual homes of the residents. There is a $25 admission fee ($22 for seniors) to get in, and then a tour is optional. I highly recommend the tour so you can get a more thorough background of the history and culture. Note that the tour guides are volunteers who rely on tips, so take cash with you for this part. Several of the "homes" are actually shops where you can purchase jewelry, art, and other souvenirs. Some shops take credit cards, but since there is no electricity, the card must have a number. The posted opening time is 9:00, and on the day we went the first tour started at 9:20. Our guide recommended the early tour saying that later in the day there are tour buses and larger groups, plus the morning hours are cooler.

My friend and I were in Taos earlier this month and visited the Taos Pueblo. What a fascinating and unique experience!

The Pueblo is an inhabited community of Native American Pueblo peoples; we were told that, at the time we visited, about 30 to 40 families were living there. It is both a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a National Historic Landmark. There are two multi-family dwellings and dozens of single-family dwellings in the Pueblo.

We arrived just as the Pueblo opened at 9:00 a.m. and opted to take the guided tour. It was free (although gratuities are very much appreciated) because volunteers from the Pueblo tribe lead the tours. Our tour guide was Sequoia; she doesn’t live in the village now but plans to move there in the future so that she can raise her family in the traditional culture. She was a FABULOUS tour guide and gave us in-depth information about the Pueblo, the architecture and the local history. Although the inhabitants of the Pueblo can speak Spanish, they prefer English or their native Tiwa.

Eleana in the admissions office was very kind and patient to answer all our questions. The Pueblo is home to the Red Willow people, but all Native American inhabitants of permanent settlements in northern New Mexico and surrounding areas identify as Pueblo people (rather than a specific tribe like the Hopi or Navajo). The language for the Pueblo people is Tiwa (I encountered this in El Paso, written as “Tigua”). She gave us a map of the Pueblo and mentioned the free guided tour; both were very helpful during our visit.

After the tour, we stopped by some of the shops in the houses. My favorite was Mirabel’s, an eclectic shop where I bought two smoke sticks (bound cedar and white sage branches). The owner of the shop is Bertha, and we stood and talked for a little while before I left. Her grandfather was a medicine man for the Pueblo and had taught her quite a bit about native plants for food and medicine. She was fascinating! We also saw several extremely talented artists working on jewelry and sculpture as we wandered around the shops. We weren’t surprised at all to find their work exhibited for sale in the shops in Taos and in Santa Fe.

The Pueblo is incredibly beautiful, standing near the foot of Taos Mountain, with Red Willow Creek running through the middle of the community. When we visited, snowmelt had swelled the creek to the level of a river. They had sandbags stacked on the bank to prevent flooding into the community.

The signage on the road leading to the Pueblo was a bit confusing; it stated the Pueblo was closed, but that isn’t a permanent sign. The residents simply put it up after the operating hours to discourage visitors. (The Pueblo is only open to the public from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, but they can’t block off the road because of the community members who may be driving to and from it.)

We were thoroughly enchanted by our visit to the Taos Pueblo, and it is now one of my “must see” recommendations for any visitor to Taos.

Take the tour offered inside the Pueblo by the church. You will learn so much about the inner workings of the site and it’s history. Be careful not to bother those who are working on the buildings and aren’t part of the tour. They are people who live there and aren’t part of the tour experience.

Taos Pueblo was definitely worth a visit. There are guided tours every hour or two, but it’s also easy to walk around yourself with a self-guided map. Residents of the Pueblo open their homes to sell various types of food, arts, and crafts.

Highly recommend stopping by the Dancing Hunmingbird shop toward the back corner to see Harold, who was super generous with his time, telling us about the history of the Pueblo and the various types of pottery in his shop.

Phenomenal visit! Definitely take the tour, as it really brings home the history and culture. Our tour guide was wonderful. It does cost $25 per adult to visit, and the tour is “free” but tipping the tour guide is encouraged (and the right thing to do, in my opinion, as the guides are volunteers), so just be aware of that. But it was a wonderful visit and we were very glad we did it!

We visited Taos Pueblo for about 20 minutes. We did not go on the tour because we did not want to wait. If you are in the area it is worthwhile to visit.

A Disturbing and Unsafe Experience – Felt Like a Robbery in Plain Sight
Visited May 2025

My husband and I visited Taos Pueblo for the first time, hoping to learn about the culture and history of the community. Sadly, the experience turned out to be deeply unsettling, hostile, and unsafe.

From the start, there was very little guidance—just crude, makeshift signs and no informative materials. We walked past a church and two adobe structures, with no context provided. A dance activity was taking place, but no one explained what it was or how we were expected to observe it respectfully. It felt disorganized and unwelcoming.

While we stood quietly watching, my phone slipped from my fanny pack without me realizing. A kind woman next to me noticed and let me know, and I bent down to pick it up. Moments later, two men approached, grabbed my phone, and claimed they were taking it. They looked ready to run off with it. I immediately confronted them, speaking loudly and firmly, stating that it was my property, I had done nothing wrong, and demanded they return it.

I strongly believe this was an attempt to rob me. There was no reason, no warning, no explanation—just two individuals trying to take my phone. It was a robbery in plain sight, right in front of others.

A police officer and what appeared to be the tribal chief arrived shortly afterward. The woman who had witnessed the situation stood up for me and told them she saw the phone fall and confirmed I had not used it. The officer and the chief reviewed my phone and, after confirming that there were no photos or videos taken, returned it to me.

At that moment, I could see the chief was visibly embarrassed by what had occurred. I took the initiative to extend my hand to him and said, “I came here to learn about your tribe and to respect your community, and I wish your community had shown me the same respect.” He quietly shook my hand and said nothing.

This was a deeply disappointing and frightening experience. What should have been an opportunity for meaningful cultural exchange became a moment of public intimidation and attempted theft. I left feeling violated, disrespected, and shaken. I cannot recommend visiting Taos Pueblo based on what happened and sincerely hope the leadership reflects on how this kind of treatment undermines the very purpose of sharing their heritage with others.

I’m so pleased I joined a free tour of the place (donations appreciated). Our guide was so informative & it reminded me of my visit here almost 40 years ago. I was once again moved by the simple ways of the people & their determination ti hold on to their customs despite unwarranted interference over the centuries.

I just had a tour of some of the American Southwest's best historical, cultural sites, museums, National and State Parks, monuments, ect. including Mesa Verde, Chaco Culture, Petroglyph National Monument, Black Canyon of the Gunnison, Georgia O'Keeffe Museum, Georgia O'Keefe Home, Ghost Ranch, New Mex Muesum of Art, IAIA Mu of Contemp Art, Museum of Intl Folk Art, Museum of Indian Arts and Culture, Wheelright Mu of American indian, Mu of Spanish Colonial ArtMu Contemp Indian Art, San Miguel Chapel, Cathedral/Assissi, Loretto Chapel, Palace of the Gov, NM History Museum, El Rancho, Bandelier NP, Abique, Ouray, Silverton, Bisti Badlands, Boca Negra, Piedras Marcadas, U of NM MoA. Museum of SW Biology, Maxwell Museum of nthropology, ABQ Museum, Taos Art Mu, Harwood MoA, Kit Carson Mu. Taos courthouse, Millicent Rogers Mu, taos Plaza, Taos Pueblo, Rocky Mt NP, SR128, Co Nat Monument, Arches NP, Canyonlands NP, Cap Reef NP, Potash Rd/Shafer Trail, switchbacks, and various other Indian sites, museums and parks ..... and guess what? Out of the dozens of museums and historical sites I like Taos Pueblo the least. I totally appreciate the history of Taos Pueblos, I respect the people ... but compared to every other site I just listed, it was the least organized, most commercialized and the most depressing site of all listed. I felt it kind of exploited the people who lived there. That doesn't make me hate it. I took a ton of cool pics, I am glad I went, but go read reviews online and half are negative.

Very disappointed in what there was to see but fascinated by our tour guide. She was wonderfully informed and very personable. From the previous reviews was expecting a lot more especially for the price. The other amazing part was the small cafe right inside of the entrance that was ran out of a home there. I had an absolutely scrumptious fry bread with honey and cinnamon sugar. The other highlight of the tour was when the tour guide informed us at the end about the missing and murdered Indigenous Women (MMW) movement. This is a tragedy that needs more support.

I almost decided not to visit Taos Pueblo because of the negative TripAdvisor reviews, but reading other travel sites and a Moon's travel book on New Mexico, which described it as a must see, we decided to go. I can see the points that the negative reviewers came up with, but overall I disagree. So, I'll focus my review on my take on the negative reviews.

Yes, it is expensive at $25 per person. But that money is going to help the local Pueblo community and helping keep up the buildings in the Pueblo. It's been around for 1000 years with people living in it. It requires a lot of work. I feel like my ancestors have done their share screwing over Native Americans, so I don't mind paying a lot to see a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For most people, if you want to see a real pueblo, this is their best chance.

The tours are free, but you're encouraged to tip. Yes, the tour guides aren't that great, but they are high school kids from the Pueblo. I probably wouldn't have been a very good tour guide at that age either. They're friendly and try to be helpful, but I didn't expect them to be expert tour guides. It's a nice way for them to be involved in telling others about their culture and history.

Yes, there are a lot of stores in the pueblo, selling food, art, and crafts. They're not touristy things they're selling, it's authentic Pueblo art they have made and are selling. Their prices are reasonable, and the people are friendly and not pushy at all in trying to get you to buy.

I definitely think it's worth visiting Taos Pueblo if you're in New Mexico.

One final tip, don't pet the dogs. We assumed they were local pets, but we were told that they're wild dogs that come and go.

Amazing Taos Pueblo sits outside the main city of Taos. Such a historic site for the Taos Pueblo people, great to explore and learn about the history of the area.

Arrived around lunchtime and wandered around the main area of the Pueblo for a while. Took a guided tour which provided so much history and information about the Pueblo and the people who call the area home.

Taos Pueblo (or Pueblo de Taos) is an ancient pueblo belonging to a Taos-speaking (Tiwa) Native American tribe of Puebloan people. It lies about 1 mile (1.6 km) north of the modern city of Taos, New Mexico. The pueblos are considered to be one of the oldest continuously inhabited communities in the United States.

The area sits at the base of the surrounding mountains and contains multiple structures with shops, galleries and cafes. Amazing to walk around and through the various buildings and examine the inside along with the ovens that sit outside the structures.

The cathedral is quite beautiful and currently being used as a place of worship. The blue stained glass lights the main room with a soft blue color. Beautiful!

Super disappointing. I arrived after driving several hours to learn they were closed for a month.

I had called just a couple days prior to make sure they’d be open, and the person I spoke to confirmed they’d be open on my planned day. The day arrives, and I’m informed after driving several hours that they were closed until April. Save yourself the drive time.

I thought $16 per adult was a bit expensive. The "college student" guide really stressed that she was working for tips. It was a 30 minute tour but we only saw the exterior of the adobe buildings and nothing else.
Informative but overpriced.

I read all the reviews and it seemed that there were 2 sides, good and bad, and after going to the Taos Pueblo, I can assure everyone that both sides are exactly correct. It’s expensive and overpriced but it’s also a world heritage site. It was very cool to go into the adobe buildings. It was great visiting the shops but the prices were high. Every single person we talked to was friendly. The only downer about the whole visit was the swarm of people from the tour buses. It got too crowded too fast. I can say i visited a UNESCO site and learned a lot. 10/10, would do it again. Enjoy

We really wanted to see the Pueblo main structure but it was about 1/2 mile from the handicap parking area. We walked a little but the first area is all shopping. There were a few benches and those in the shade were especially welcome. The few locals we encountered were very polite and explained their wares. The ground is worn dirt so uneven which is very difficult for those needing a cane, walker or wheelchair. A shuttle to the main area would have been so very welcome - but perhaps distract from the area.

For those able to walk easily the cost of the ticket would perhaps be worthwhile.

The first try we hot there just as they closed, so we made a special stop on our way back just to see it. Maybe thats why we felt it was a bit of a let down. You are only allowed to see the outside of the buildings except for the church. There are cars everywhere. The tour was around 20 minutes.Not worth the $$

You too can visit a world heritage site for $25/ person, then walk around a dirt site, where they try to sell you even more stuff.

You can't really go into any of the buildings, except the church. Lots of keep out signs because people are living there.