Stops & Shops
Welcome to the Turquoise Trail
The perfect day trip linking Santa Fe and Albuquerque!
Venture off the freeway and onto the Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway, and you'll see what we mean. The Scenic and Historic Area encompasses 15,000 square miles in the heart of central New Mexico, linking Albuquerque and Santa Fe. The drive is approximately 50 miles along Highway 14. Enjoy a breathtaking view from atop Sandia Crest, then drive back into history through the mining towns of Golden, Madrid, and Cerrillos, now coming alive with art, crafts, theater, music, museums and restaurants.
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Plan Your Day Trip On The Turquoise Trail
The Scenic and Historic Area of the Turquoise Trail encompasses 15,000 square miles in the heart of central New Mexico, linking Albuquerque and Santa Fe. Enjoy a breathtaking view from atop Sandia Crest, then drive back into history through the mining towns of Golden, Madrid, and Cerrillos, now coming alive with art, crafts, theater, music, museums and restaurants. View Interactive Map »
Featured Stops & Shops
Acorn Flowers and Gifts
Handcrafted floral arrangements for any event. Gifts and wares from local artisans and abroad.
Sandia Peak Tramway
Ride the Tramway - 2.7 miles rising to 10,378 feet with an 11,000 square mile panoramic view.
Gypsy Plaza
A courtyard of unique shops at Madrid's south end. Featuring local arts, jewelry. chocolates, paintings, photography, clothing and stone creations.
Creative Award Concepts, Inc.
Corporate Employee Recognition Programs for Service, Sales, Safety, Productivity, etc. Promotional Products for Business Branding.
Cerrillos Station
Fine Art Gallery, Southwestern Gifts/Jewelry, Hair Salon, Massage Therapy, Farmers Market, Dance/Yoga Studio, Snacks/Drinks.
Construction Alert
Details about roadway construction on NM 14Upcoming Event
Madrid Christmas Open House & Christmas Parade
Every weekend between December 2-23, 2023December Holiday Activities on weekends through Christmas. The Madrid Christmas Parade along Main St (Hwy 14) is on Dec. 2 at 4PM.
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