Discover Flagstaff
Discover Flagstaff – The Best Mountain Town in the U.S.A. on Route 66
Plan your next adventure in Flagstaff, Arizona—where
high-elevation excitement meets natural wonders, dark skies, and a dynamic food
scene. Spend several days in this four-season mountain town on Route 66, the
world’s first International Dark Sky City, just two hours north of Phoenix and
90 minutes from Grand Canyon National Park.
Day
One: Classic Americana
Kick off with Route 66 vibes at the Flagstaff Visitor Center and stroll the
Walk This Talk tour. Enjoy a burger at Galaxy Diner, a beer at Mother Road
Brewing, and music at the Museum Club. Discover Flagstaff’s story at the
Pioneer Museum, Riordan Mansion, and Museum of Northern Arizona. Start planning
now for the 100th Anniversary of Route 66!
Day
Two: Grand Canyon Adventure
Check the Grand Canyon off your bucket list— just a little over an hour drive
from downtown Flagstaff. End your day back in town with live music, craft beer
on the Flagstaff Brewery Trail, and world-class dining at restaurants like
Atria, Josephine’s, Tinderbox, and more.
Day
Three: Natural Wonders
Explore Wupatki’s ancient pueblos, the volcanic terrain of Sunset Crater, and
the cliff dwellings at Walnut Canyon. Finish with a drive through Oak Creek
Canyon’s red rocks and scenic switchbacks.
Day
Four: High Peaks & Stargazing
Ride the gondola at Arizona Snowbowl to the state’s highest point, then zipline
through Ponderosa pines at Flagstaff Extreme. Stargaze at Lowell
Observatory—where Pluto was discovered—or visit Meteor Crater, the
best-preserved impact site on Earth. And, now open at Lowell Observatory enjoy the
Astronomy Discovery Center featuring the world's only rooftop planetarium with
heated seats.
Day
Five: Outdoor Play & Pledge Wild
Paddle at Lake Mary, explore The Arboretum, and hike or bike the Flagstaff
Urban Trail System. Visit Buffalo Park, Picture Canyon, and Observatory Mesa.
Join Flagstaff’s conservation efforts by texting Wild4Flag
to 44321 to support the Pledge for the Wild program.
Mix
and match the itinerary for a perfect stay in Flagstaff—your base camp to
northern Arizona adventure. Please stay and play responsibly. Visit discoverflagstaff.com