Guided Tours
Plan Your Guided Tour
El Rancho de Las Golondrinas offers a variety of unique private tours, allowing you to explore the history and culture of New Mexico on an even deeper level. All private tours and school tours must be booked and paid in advance. Tour availability changes throughout the year, so please see the schedule below for availability.
To schedule a tour, please contact the Tour Office at (505) 471-2261 ext. 112 or email [email protected].
June–October
Tours offered Wednesday–Sunday
Bookings between 10am and 2pm
Daily Tour
- Free with museum admission
- Starts at 10:30am (lasts up to 2 hours)
- Departs from outside the Museum Store
- Sign up in the Museum Store
- Maximum: 20 guests, first-come first-served
- Not offered on festival weekends
Private Tours
- Fee: $70 per tour guide
- Maximum: 20 guests per tour guide
- By reservation only
School Tours
- Fee: $50 per tour guide
- Maximum: 20 students per tour guide
- Staff/Chaperone to Student Ratio: 1 to 10
- By reservation only
November–March
The museum is CLOSED.
April–May
Tours offered Monday–Friday
Bookings between 10am and 2pm
Private Tours
- Fee: $70 per tour guide
- Maximum: 20 guests per tour guide
- By reservation only, must be paid in advance
School Tours
- Fee: $50 per tour guide
- Maximum: 20 students per tour guide
- Staff/Chaperone to Student Ratio: 1 to 10
- By reservation only
Tours Offered
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Golondrinas History Tour
This tour takes you on a journey through time to explore the history of New Mexico during the Spanish colonial period, the Mexican period, and the Territorial period. Learn about the daily life of settlers and travelers on El Camino Real. Delve into the diverse cultures and traditions of the area and get hands-on with history.
![Josefina_American_Girl_Doll_Tour Josefina American Girl Doll Tour](https://golondrinas.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1-300x300.png)
Josefina Tour
Step into the enchanting world of Josefina, the beloved American Girl character inspired by the rich history and culture at El Rancho de Las Golondrinas. Your tour guide will bring Josefina's story to life against the backdrop of our historic buildings, exploring the traditions, cultures, and landscapes that shaped her world. This tour is appropriate for visitors of all ages.
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Women's History Tour
Explore the stories and legacies of the women of New Mexico. As your tour guide leads you through the historic buildings, you will learn about the resilience, courage, and contributions of women who helped to shape the vibrant culture of New Mexico. Topics include family, law, religion, and everyday life.
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Wetland Tour
Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the Leonora Curtin Wetland Preserve. Your tour guide will lead you through the wetlands and teach you about the diverse array of plant and animal species that call it home, from migratory birds to native flora. Special focus tours, such as birding or children's tours can be arranged.
![Birding Tour A barn swallow flys through the air](https://golondrinas.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Tours-Tiles-1.png)
Rocky Tucker's Bird Tour
Spend the morning at the Leonora Curtin Wetland Preserve and learn about the variety of birds that live in this unique wetland habitat. Volunteer Rocky Tucker leads this popular tour and offers seven Saturday morning tours throughout the year. This tour is limited to 25 guests—reservations required.
Upcoming Tour Dates: May 25, June 22, July 27, August 24, September 28 & October 26
Where: Leonora Curtin Wetland Preserve
When: Select Saturdays, 7:30 am–11:00 am
Price: Tours are free but a $5/person donation contributes to maintaining the preserve.
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Geology Tour
Geology controls the landscape at El Rancho de Las Golondrinas and has been integral to the successful settlements in this area for the past 300 years. This tour will explore the geology of the landscape surrounding Las Golondrinas and provide insights into how geologic materials were essential to life on the frontier.
Upcoming Tour Dates: May 17, July 11 & August 16
Where: Departs from the Museum Store
When: Starts at 10am
Price: Tours cost $15 per person, $10 for members. All day admission to the museum is included.
New Mexico Heritage Days
Attention teachers! Enliven your students' exploration of history with a field trip to El Rancho de Las Golondrinas during New Mexico Heritage Days!
On New Mexico Heritage Days, the museum comes to life with costumed interpreters and hands-on activities just for students. Reservations required.
Next dates will be in Spring 2025—stay tuned for official dates.
Not available for New Mexico Heritage Days? Private school tours are also available April–October.
For information and to reserve class space, please contact:
Suzan Schaaf, Tour and Vendor Coordinator
(505) 471-2261 ext. 112
[email protected]
![New Mexico Heritage Days Children watching the mill operate during New Mexico Heritage Days at El Rancho de Las Golondrinas](https://golondrinas.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Tours-Tiles.png)