Things to do in  Flagstaff

Flagstaff is the largest town on historic Route 66 in Arizona. It’s the gateway to the San Francisco Peaks and the Grand Canyon’s South Rim, which lies about 75 miles (120 kilometers) north. The Lowell Observatory, a national historic landmark, is among the oldest astronomical observatories in the United States.

Start downtown, known for its independent shops inside historic buildings. Visit Riordan Mansion, the Museum of Northern Arizona, and the Lowell Observatory, a national historic landmark and among the oldest astronomical observatories in the United States. Finish your day with a sunset ride on the Arizona Snowbowl Scenic Gondola.

Flagstaff locals take advantage of the great outdoors by hiking, running, biking, and stargazing in the San Francisco Peaks mountain range and beyond. The walkable downtown has independent bookstores and boutiques, summer farmers markets, the historic Orpheum Theater, and a lively bar scene popular with students from Northern Arizona University.

Flagstaff—also known as “The City of Seven Wonders,”—lies in a strategic position near seven expansive natural wonders of the American Southwest. These are the Coconino National Forest, Oak Creek Canyon, Walnut Canyon, Wupatki National Monument, Sunset Crater National Monument, the San Francisco Peaks, and Grand Canyon National Park.

Three of Flagstaff’s top attractions are indoors. These are the Riordan Mansion, the Museum of Northern Arizona, and the Lowell Observatory—a national historic landmark and among the oldest astronomical observatories in the United States. The Flagstaff Visitor Center, Pioneer Museum, and Fort Tuthill Military History Museum round out the options.

Yes. Flagstaff lies along historic U.S. Route 66 near seven natural wonders of the American Southwest, including the Wupatki National Monument, Walnut Canyon National Monument, and Grand Canyon National Park. The Lowell Observatory, a national historic landmark, is among the oldest astronomical observatories in the United States.