Ancient walls, living culture, sacred spirit
Perched at 7,200 feet on the edge of Taos, the Red Willow People have called this sacred landscape home for well over a millennium. Taos Pueblo is one of the oldest continuously inhabited communities in the United States, honored as both a National Historic Landmark and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stroll the terraced adobe dwellings of North and South Pueblo, where roughly 150 residents still live within the walls while many others maintain homes across the broader 99,000-acre land base. A 20–30 minute guided tour offers a respectful glimpse into Pueblo life — its history, spiritual traditions, and artistic legacy — while friendly shops invite visitors to bring home traditional pottery, silverwork, weavings and more, all tax-free.
Important note: Taos Pueblo remains a living, sovereign community. Photography is allowed for personal use only; photographing tribal members or sacred areas requires explicit permission. Seasonal closures may apply, especially in late winter through early spring — call ahead to ensure access. Tiwa, the ancestral language, still echoes in ceremony and daily life amid the rhythms of modern life.
Welcome with curiosity, tread with respect—and leave with wonder.
Visit taospueblo.com or call 575-758-1028 before your visit.