Who we are

Since 1998
An Independent, locally owned, general and travel specialty bookstore and brewery in Santa Fe, New Mexico located due east of the plaza in the oldest part of Santa Fe.

We are a prime resource for local recreational information for exploring the nearby national forests, wilderness areas and parks. We custom print full scale USGS Maps for the entire USA.

Under single ownership since creation in 1998 by Greg Ohlsen and Ellen Stelling founders of Garcia Street Books in 1990!

Events most Saturdays



  • Books: New release fiction and nonfiction!
  • Luggage: Briggs and Riley, Eagle Creek, Thule
  • Guides and Maps Local and international
  • Scottevest travel vests
  • Travel accessories: Packing aids, locks, pillows etc.
  • Espresso bar and cafĂ©.
  • WIFI and a pleasant relatively calm place to hang and chat.
  • Don't forget the BREWERY!



Next Event

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Buy a House in Italy: For 1 Euro
with Melanie Faithful
Saturday December 6, 2025 at 5pm


Have you ever dreamed of living in a medieval Italian town? In wine country? At a price much less than you can imagine? We live this dream as Italian half-timers. And the "buy a house for a dollar plan " will be explained. There are so many options for people who are craving la dolce vita.
   

Language Classes
Wine and Beer!

We offer Spanish and Italian and French conversational language classes in the store. Language class schedule
Travel Bug
839 Paseo de Peralta
Santa Fe, NM 87501
travelbug@mapsofnewmexico.com

505-992-0418
Current Hours:     Monday - Saturday  9-6      Sunday 12 - 4
Slide Shows typically Saturdays at 5pm    

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