Private Tour

Taos Private Walking Tours

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

One-on-one walking narrative from well-known Taos artist, writer, guide and storyteller Sam Richardson.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Walking narrative about Taos' history and culture, art scene, and historical figures.

What To Expect

Taos Plaza

Walking narrative about Taos history and culture, art scene, points of interest, and historical figures. Hear about frontier scout Kit Carson, Padre Martinez (the Ben Franklin of New Mexico), R.C. Gorman (Taos most famous artist from the past), and socialite Mabel Dodge Lujan (the Gertrude Stein of Taos), among others.

30 minutes • Admission Included

R.C. Gorman Navajo Gallery

R.C. Gorman was the first Native American to have his own gallery. He was Taos most famous and successful artist.

20 minutes • Admission Included

Options

Illustrations of history

Taos Walking Tours

Reviews

4.69

81 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Sam’s Tour
Debbie H,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very informative walking tour around the plaza. Sam was our guide and he was quite interesting, telling us of points of interest and introducing us to several of the gallery owners
A historical and artsy tour of Taos
Voyager55959,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a great whirlwind jaunt around the center of Taos. Sam was our guide, whom we quickly decided should be the mayor. He knew people! He took us around, shared some local stories and lore, and also shared how to learn more (by the recommendations of local restaurants, museums, and galleries). We enjoyed it!
Sam was prompt, very personable, and extremely knowledgeable and made this walking tour absolutely unforgettable. GREAT
N9956AJrobertg,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Sam was EXCEPTIONALLY knowledgeable, friendly, & entertaining during our walking tour of TAOS, NM. H is PROUD of his/this town & it SHOWS !!
Good.
saulgX2138BK,
Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent and interesting tour. Would recommend. Many Taos facts and anecdotes. Knowledgeable guide. Perfect 90 minute length.
Taos guided history tour with Sam as guide
B6995SJjerrys,
Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent guided tour. Sam was the best guide we every had. He knew so much history and told about people he had met over the years and other stories that made the tour really special. Jerry and Sally Salino
Tour excellent. Trip Advisor communication with tour operator not great.
Culture27016728771,
Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour, led by Sam, was excellent. But it almost didn’t happen because the tour guide had not been notified by Trip Advisor that there was a tour at this time on this day. Only because the tour guide happened to be in the area for another reason were we able to connect.
Guide laid back, but knew...
Karen A,
Jul 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
Guide laid back, but knew his information. None of the places visited actually charged an admission fee. Most galleries, museums, houses were talked about from the street.
Tour with Sam...
Patricia0530,
Jun 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Sam was a great tour guide. He seemed to know most (if not all) of the shop owners in town and was able to introduce us to these folks as we toured some galleries. We really appreciated the pictures he had available to tell his "stories" ... a really good touch! We appreciated the opportunity to spend part of the morning with Sam. Recommend him highly!
Be sure to take this tour.
J8577LXdebram,
Jun 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
This was a very nice way to get an introduction both to Taos and the overall local history as well as details on some colorful characters.
Guide was no show!
Ellen R,
Jun 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00
The guide was a no-show and we recieved no notification that it was cancelled. In fact, I recieved reminders about tour.