File this summer excursion to Abiquiu under “two birds, one stone.” Bird one is the journey itself. Abiquiu is just over 50 miles north of Santa Fe, and the colorful canyons and majestic mountains make it an eye-catching choice for a summer getaway. Waiting for you at the end of the drive is bird number two, the Abiquiu Inn, a 30-room inn and café in the heart of historic Abiquiu.
A Cross Between an Art Museum and a Hotel at Abiquiu Inn
It’s a tranquil getaway whether you’re there for a few nights or simply planning a day trip. Start with a late breakfast at the café, with their Copper Canyon Eggs Benedict (two polenta cakes with poached eggs, creamy red chile, chopped bacon, cotija cheese, and cilantro) and then head for the gardens to take in their 2025 Sculpture Walk.
The Sculpture Walk is a breathtaking outdoor exhibition that showcases the work of 47 artists and 130 sculptures. Many – like Doug Coffin, Istara Freedom, Debra Fritts, and Gregory Morris – are Abiquiu artists. In fact, the Sculpture Walk owes its existence to a conversation between Coffin and Abiquiu Inn owner Colin Noble. The two felt the Inn and gardens were the natural setting for sculpture. And they’re right.
The sizable property allows the sculptures room to breathe, and the walk creates a relaxed artistic journey for guests as they get to experience the work of renowned artists in a stunning setting. Now in its eighth year, the Sculpture Walk & Garden has become a destination for both art and nature lovers.
The current exhibition is just up and will remain on show until May 2026, giving you months of opportunities to take it all in.
Story by Julia Platt Leonard
Photos Courtesy of Abiquiu Inn
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