Artesia New Mexico Tourism

Artesia is a vibrant, activity-filled city that enables its residents to enjoy an exceptional quality of life. There are always activities to interest, entertain and educate locals and visitors alike.

Artesia is located in southeastern New Mexico, nestled between the two larger cities of Roswell to the north and Carlsbad to the south. The Texas border is less than 100 miles away to the east and the beautiful mountains, including the towns of Cloudcroft and Ruidoso, are to the west. Artesia is a perfect center point for southeastern New Mexico.

Travel through the past and experience Artesia through the eyes of the pioneers and settlers of the southwest as you take our Walking Tour at your leisure. Even if you aren’t a history buff, you and your family will enjoy the sights and sounds of our historic community, appreciating the hard work of those who came before us.

Our Walking Tour begins at the Train Depot & Artesia’s Visitor’s Center. It proceeds through town, stopping at each of our History in Bronze monuments.