Must See Arizona
So you want to explore Arizona? Start here:
The Grand Canyon:
A National Park since 1919, The Grand Canyon is much more than just “a big hole in the ground.” Unique combinations of color and forms decorate a massive canyon that is 277 river miles long, and up to 18 miles wide in parts. Fun fact? It’s also up to a mile deep!
- The North Rim
- The South Rim
- Havasupai Falls
- Phantom Ranch
Arizona Architecture:
From ancient American Indian cliff dwellings to mid-century modern marvels designed by none other than Frank Lloyd Wright, Arizona’s architecture has always surprised visitors with its variety. The Mission San Xavier del Bac, south of Tucson, is the oldest European structure in Arizona, combining the native culture of the nearby Tohono O’Odham Nation with the Mission’s Catholic heritage.
Architecture to explore:
- Arcosanti
- Taliesen West
- Hopi House
- Historic Architecture at Arizona’s State Parks
Dark Sky Parks in Arizona:
Explore Arizona via International Dark Sky communities. More than anywhere else in the world! Flagstaff was the world’s first designated community! It has since been joined by Sedona, the Village of Oak Creek, Fountain Hills, Camp Verde, and the Thunder Mountain Pootseev Nightsky community on the Kaibab Paiute Reservation.
Take in the sights and gaze up at the stars:
- Mount Graham International Observatory
- Lowell Observatory
- Kitt Peak Observatory
- Stay & Stargaze
Famous ROUTE 66:
There are few drives as iconic as Route 66. Running nearly the full width of Arizona’s northern half, Route 66 takes travelers on a journey through quirky small towns, historic roadside attractions and motels, and breathtaking scenery courtesy of nearby parks, the Petrified National Forest and the Grand Canyon.
Get your kicks on Route 66:
- Kingman
- Winslow
- The Mother Road – Route 66
- Petes Gas Station Museum (Williams)
