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!
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 café.
- WIFI and a pleasant relatively calm place to hang and chat.
- Don't forget the BREWERY!
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Backpacking through Wales
with Terry Owen
Saturday January 10, 2026 at 5pm
Have you ever thought of expanding your backpacking or hiking experiences to an overseas locale? There 's no better way to learn about a place and its people than on foot with a pack strapped to your back. Join Terry Owen for his presentation on his recent thru-hiking journey through Wales. He 'll cover planning, logistics, travel and safety, while also sharing his experiences, photos and video from the land of dragons and castles. It might be just the thing to get you to say, "why not? ".
Language Classes
Wine and Beer!
We offer Spanish and Italian and French conversational language classes in the store.
Language class schedule