Are you planning a vacation but find yourself overwhelmed with researching restaurants, hotels, and activities? No need to worry, I’ve got you covered. I am happy to share my 3-day Las Cruces, NM itinerary, which includes details on where I stayed, local hot spots, and hidden gems. Additionally, this itinerary will be available for download as a PDF so you can easily access it on your phone or print it out for your travels. The PDF version will have more detailed information with travel times and FREE entrance days!
I come from a small town called Tucson, Arizona, which has now become the second-largest city in the state. Although I currently live closer to Phoenix, I will always consider myself a small-town girl at heart. I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to visit Las Cruces, and I hope that my experience can be helpful to others who share my passion for history and culture. Friends! Notice that the events in this itinerary were done in the Spring of 2023 but don’t worry, Las Cruces has events happening all year! Click on the hyperlink to find out.
Day 1
- Arrive at El Paso International Airport
- Stay at Hotel Encanto de Las Cruces
- Drive to Historic Mesilla and have lunch at La Posta de Mesilla
- Mesilla Farmers and Crafts Market
- San Albino Basilica
- Visit Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum
- Caliche’s Frozen Custard
- Explore White Sands National Park
Day 2
- Visit Dripping Springs Natural Area and hike Dripping Springs Trail (3 miles) + bring a water bottle.
- Lunch at D. H. Lescombes Winery & Bistro
- La Viña Spring Wine Festival
- Head to Plaza de Las Cruces for ¡Mira! Las Cruces (10 min)
- Dance lessons presented by Sol Ballroom (45 min)
- Rodeo Norteno
- Frank Ray
Day 3
- Check out of Hotel Encanto
- Las Cruces Farmers and Craft Market
- “Color Me Cruces” mural downtown
- “Con Amor” mural
- Brunch at Ice Box Brewing’s Boneyard Cantina on the Downtown Plaza
- Check out of Hotel Encanto
- Drive to El Paso International Airport (ELP)
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