Gallup lies in the heart of Native American ancestral homelands. With the Navajo Nation at their doorstep, Zuni Pueblo to the South, and the Hopi Reservation nearby in Arizona, Gallup is truly the gateway to the Native American experience.

Gallup Summer Dances 2025 | June 3 - August 6, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 6 - 8 PM

If you are in Gallup on a Saturday, the Gallup Flea Market on 9th St. is a unique experience. With more than 500 vendors, it is one of the largest Native American markets in the U.S. Food choices include regional specialties, like vendors with things like mutton, tamales, blue corn mush, and elotes.

Gallup has an amazing selection of Native American art, with much lower prices than other places in New Mexico.

Historic El Rancho Hotel | An icon of Route 66, Gallup’s El Rancho Hotel has a rich history housing legends of the silver screen and is one of the most unique lodging experiences in the southwest United States - https://www.visitgallup.com/blog/el-rancho-hotel-a-route-66-classic/

Gallup Summer Dances 2025 | June 3 - August 6, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 6 - 8 PM

From spectacular Southwestern scenery to visceral cultural connections to New Mexico's past, here are a few sights next time you visit #Gallup - https://youtu.be/eBAmwA_S3KY?si=ytrjFKuOrHOSA6OO

Gallup's history began well before the city was founded in 1881 as a headquarters for the southern transcontinental rail route. The area was on a Native American trade route long before the City itself came along, once known as Na'Nizhoozhi, or "The Bridge" among the Navajo/Dine' people.

Discover where to find authentic jewelry, art, pottery, clothing, Concha belts, rugs, baskets, Kachina dolls and other goods crafted by the over 1,000 Native American artisans in Gallup and the surrounding region - https://youtu.be/3RLF_vkbTZw?si=Cv0_zif_0YHL2FGL

Travel the Narrow Trail | High Desert Trail System - https://youtu.be/NRb5EgUGj24?si=atKDlCnh-O1OZgh7

I have spent a lot of time wandering Gallup over the last few years. The town is known for being rough around the edges, but there is ample small town charm, friendly folks, and LOTS to see/do in the area.

I have spent a lot of time wandering Gallup over the last few years. The town is known for being rough around the edges, but there is ample small town charm, friendly folks, and LOTS to see/do in the area. #NewMexico #roadtrip #travel #Route66 #VisitGallup #weekendgetaway

Gallup Day Trip Canyon de Chelly National Monument is located about 1.5 hours from Gallup, with several potential stops along the way: Window Rock, Hubbell Trading Post, Nazlini Painted Desert, etc.

Red Rock Park features two of Gallup's most popular trails: Pyramid Rock Trail and Church Rock Trail. Pyramid Rock trail is a 3 mile round trip route to a summit providing breathtaking panoramic views. Church Rock Trail is a 2-miles round trip, with spectacular views of the Church Rock spires - https://youtu.be/3TAxpi5_jYk?si=WgKHJGx3LlwtHNsg

2.2-mile out-and-back trail at Red Rock Park. Wonderful views as you ascend towards the spire.

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Historic El Rancho Hotel | During the 1930s and 1940s, more than 100 westerns were filmed around Gallup, with Hollywood’s most notable stars staying at the El Rancho. Notable guests included some of the giants of Hollywood’s Golden Age: Ronald Reagan, John Wayne, Katherine Hepburn, Lucille Ball, Errol Flynn, Mae West, Kirk Douglas, Gregory Peck, and Humphrey Bogart, among others.

Gallup Summer Dances 2025 | June 3 - August 6, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 6 - 8 PM

Culture, history, and/or natural beauty. Ample choices in close proximity to Gallup.

Route 66 Diner at 2502 E Historic Highway 66, Gallup. Good place to start your day.

Route 66 GALLUP NEW MEXICO, Then & Now, El Rancho, Trading Posts, Hotels, Historic District - https://youtu.be/z6GwlAJKjX0?si=dFlMIh2cthWYDL3U