Las Vegas, New Mexico is a walkable, affordable small city with striking Victorian architecture, a revived historic plaza, independent cafes, galleries and a surprising local food-and-arts scene—ideal for multi-week therapy assignments where you want community, quiet evenings, and easy access to hiking, scenic drives and outdoor recreation in the Sangre de Cristo foothills.
For bigger-weekend options, Santa Fe (≈63 miles) brings world-class museums, galleries and dining, and Taos (≈69 miles) adds skiing, art colonies and mountain recreation—all within roughly 75 miles.