Guidebook for Flagstaff
Food Scene
The Horsemen Lodge Steakhouse
8500 US-89Unique local steakhouse with a rustic atmosphere.
Cedar House Coffee Shop
2009 E Cedar AveDelicious chai tea and scones with a cozy atmosphere.
Great place to eat and to be entertained. Waiters and waitresses take turns individually and in groups singing all sorts of music with a live pianist. A very lively and fun atmosphere!
31 locals recommend
Black Barts Steakhouse
2760 E Butler AveGreat place to eat and to be entertained. Waiters and waitresses take turns individually and in groups singing all sorts of music with a live pianist. A very lively and fun atmosphere!
While Oreganos can be found in different cities in Arizona, we love this place. Great Italian food set in an eclectic scene.
50 locals recommend
Oregano's Pizza Bistro
980 N Country Club DrWhile Oreganos can be found in different cities in Arizona, we love this place. Great Italian food set in an eclectic scene.
Honestly we haven't tried it but we hear great things about it from a variety of friends.
147 locals recommend
Tourist Home All Day Cafe
52 S San Francisco StHonestly we haven't tried it but we hear great things about it from a variety of friends.
Fratelli Pizza
119 W Phoenix AveBest pizza in town! Eat in or order out!
Pato Thai Cuisine
20 E Rte 66For a beautiful drive, travel out Lake Mary road to Mormon Lake Restaurant. I'm sure there is plenty to do in the area, we attended a wedding out there, but we mostly have gone out for the unique restaurant.
8 locals recommend
Mormon Lake
For a beautiful drive, travel out Lake Mary road to Mormon Lake Restaurant. I'm sure there is plenty to do in the area, we attended a wedding out there, but we mostly have gone out for the unique restaurant.
Sushi and Teppan Yaki .... delicious food, entertaining and kind staff. We had our daughters 18th Birthday party here with about 30 people and everyone loved it! Great place for a date or for groups! Call ahead for large groups.
10 locals recommend
Teppan FuJi Restaurant
2500 S Woodlands Village BlvdSushi and Teppan Yaki .... delicious food, entertaining and kind staff. We had our daughters 18th Birthday party here with about 30 people and everyone loved it! Great place for a date or for groups! Call ahead for large groups.
Salsa Brava
2220 E Rte 66Mexican food... Yum.
La Vetta Ristorante Italiano
103 N Leroux StRecommended by friends
Criollo Latin Kitchen
16 N San Francisco StRecommended by friends
Diablo Burger
120 N Leroux StBigfoot BBQ Restaurant & Catering
120 N Leroux StLumberyard Brewing Co
5 S San Francisco StGreat Amercian food located in downtown Flagstaff
MartAnnes Burrito Palace
112 E Rte 66Sightseeing
Flagstaff's downtown is full of unique shops, art galleries and little nooks and crannies to check out. Stop by the Sweet Shoppe for some yummy gelato. During the summer months on Wednesday evenings join in a dance class in Heritage Square or on Friday evenings for a family friendly Movie on the Square.
108 locals recommend
Downtown Flagstaff
6 E Aspen AveFlagstaff's downtown is full of unique shops, art galleries and little nooks and crannies to check out. Stop by the Sweet Shoppe for some yummy gelato. During the summer months on Wednesday evenings join in a dance class in Heritage Square or on Friday evenings for a family friendly Movie on the Square.
The Red Rocks of Sedona are stunning and there are many miles of hiking trails. Bell Rock, West Clear Creek...
Then the actual town of Sedona is unique with shopping, art galleries and places to eat.
883 locals recommend
Sedona
The Red Rocks of Sedona are stunning and there are many miles of hiking trails. Bell Rock, West Clear Creek...
Then the actual town of Sedona is unique with shopping, art galleries and places to eat.
Made famous by the Eagles, 'Standin on the Corner' is one of those tourist spots everyone loves to see... just because.
12 locals recommend
Standin' on a Corner Foundation
East 2nd StreetMade famous by the Eagles, 'Standin on the Corner' is one of those tourist spots everyone loves to see... just because.
Its a college town, check out the red stone buildings and the up and coming construction at NAU, maybe see a play or musical performance, or watch a game. Truly it is a pretty neat campus!
64 locals recommend
Northern Arizona University
South San Francisco StreetIts a college town, check out the red stone buildings and the up and coming construction at NAU, maybe see a play or musical performance, or watch a game. Truly it is a pretty neat campus!
Meteor Crater Road
Meteor Crater RoadParks & Nature
Learn about Northern Arizona Native culture, check out ruins and hike around Sunset Crater National Monument.
143 locals recommend
Wupatki National Monument
25137 North Wupatki LaneLearn about Northern Arizona Native culture, check out ruins and hike around Sunset Crater National Monument.
The Sinagua lived among these canyon walls, take an almost mile hike down into the canyon (there are a lot of stairs) to view how they lived.
230 locals recommend
Walnut Canyon National Monument
3 Walnut Canyon RoadThe Sinagua lived among these canyon walls, take an almost mile hike down into the canyon (there are a lot of stairs) to view how they lived.
You'll need a vehicle with clearance for the best travel. Make sure you wear your hiking shoes and hike into the inner basin, especially beautiful in the Fall.
64 locals recommend
Lockett Meadow Campground
Meadow RdYou'll need a vehicle with clearance for the best travel. Make sure you wear your hiking shoes and hike into the inner basin, especially beautiful in the Fall.
This is a great place to bring a picnic and hang out. Some will fish, some will boat but if you just need a little water fix... check out lake Mary.
51 locals recommend
Lake Mary
This is a great place to bring a picnic and hang out. Some will fish, some will boat but if you just need a little water fix... check out lake Mary.
If you'd like to have a different view of Flagstaff and the surrounding area, and are an avid hiker, this is a great hike. Check out the App All Trails for trails in the area.
Mount Elden Lookout Tower
5921 Forest Service Road 557If you'd like to have a different view of Flagstaff and the surrounding area, and are an avid hiker, this is a great hike. Check out the App All Trails for trails in the area.
This is a great place to learn history of the area... about cinder cones, volcanic activity and the people that lived in the area many years ago.
161 locals recommend
Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument
This is a great place to learn history of the area... about cinder cones, volcanic activity and the people that lived in the area many years ago.
This is an overnight trip and you need to make accommodations in advance but if you have the time, in my opinion, the North Rim of the Grand Canyon is the best. Located near Jacob Lake in Ponderosa Pines... there is just something extra majestic from this view. And when you drive thru Jacob Lake, stop at the restaurant/gas station and get some of their cookies.
36 locals recommend
North Rim Visitor Center
Arizona 67This is an overnight trip and you need to make accommodations in advance but if you have the time, in my opinion, the North Rim of the Grand Canyon is the best. Located near Jacob Lake in Ponderosa Pines... there is just something extra majestic from this view. And when you drive thru Jacob Lake, stop at the restaurant/gas station and get some of their cookies.
I hear this is best to view in the Spring when snow run off is at its peak.
8 locals recommend
Grand Falls
I hear this is best to view in the Spring when snow run off is at its peak.
Part drive thru wildlife park, part walk about zoo with exhibits educational presentations. Great place for the whole family!
344 locals recommend
Bearizona Wildlife Park
1500 E Rte 66Part drive thru wildlife park, part walk about zoo with exhibits educational presentations. Great place for the whole family!
Wear tennis shoes, bring flashlights and extra batteries and a sweatshirt if you decide to explore this lava cave!
150 locals recommend
Lava River Cave
171B Forest RdWear tennis shoes, bring flashlights and extra batteries and a sweatshirt if you decide to explore this lava cave!
Entertainment & Activities
Did you know Pluto was discovered from Lowell Observatory here in Flagstaff in 1930?
352 locals recommend
Lowell Observatory
1400 W Mars Hill RdDid you know Pluto was discovered from Lowell Observatory here in Flagstaff in 1930?
Arizona Snowbowl has some great ski runs during the winter, even when we have a poor snow season their snowmakers are in full swing. This is one of our favorite winter activities. But during the summer jump on the ski lift for views for miles and miles or put on your hiking shoes and hike Kachina Trail or other trails located nearby.
436 locals recommend
Arizona Snowbowl
9300 North Snow Bowl RoadArizona Snowbowl has some great ski runs during the winter, even when we have a poor snow season their snowmakers are in full swing. This is one of our favorite winter activities. But during the summer jump on the ski lift for views for miles and miles or put on your hiking shoes and hike Kachina Trail or other trails located nearby.
Jay Lively Activity Center
1650 N Turquoise DrIndoor ice skating, another family fav.
Harkins Theatres Flagstaff 16
4751 E Marketplace DrWell its the only theatre in Flagstaff.
Starlite Lanes
3406 E Rte 66The one and only place to bowl in Flagstaff!
If you have time, book a round trip to the Grand Canyon on the Grand Canyon Railway! It will give you a few hours to view the canyon, ride the bus system and enjoy lunch near the rim.
Will you be here around Christmas? Book the Polar Express! Dress in your PJs and listen to the Polar Express as you travel to the North Pole.
76 locals recommend
Grand Canyon Railway Hotel
235 N Grand Canyon BlvdIf you have time, book a round trip to the Grand Canyon on the Grand Canyon Railway! It will give you a few hours to view the canyon, ride the bus system and enjoy lunch near the rim.
Will you be here around Christmas? Book the Polar Express! Dress in your PJs and listen to the Polar Express as you travel to the North Pole.
Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course
2446 Brigade RdArts & Culture
Built in the late 1800s by the Riordan family owners of the local lumber mill, the Riordan mansion shares some of the history of Flagstaff.
104 locals recommend
Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
409 W Riordan RdBuilt in the late 1800s by the Riordan family owners of the local lumber mill, the Riordan mansion shares some of the history of Flagstaff.
arizonahistoricalsociety.org
Here you will learn of local pioneer history. We have taken our kids over for an appointment to make candles... call ahead to see about possibilities!
61 locals recommend
Pioneer Museum
2340 N Fort Valley Rdarizonahistoricalsociety.org
Here you will learn of local pioneer history. We have taken our kids over for an appointment to make candles... call ahead to see about possibilities!
MNA focuses on the natural history and artifacts of Northern Arizona. They often showcase local artists.
230 locals recommend
Museum of Northern Arizona
3101 N Fort Valley RdMNA focuses on the natural history and artifacts of Northern Arizona. They often showcase local artists.
Theatrikos Theatre Company
11 W Cherry AveArdrey Auditorium — NAU
1115 Knoles DrEssentials
This is our closest grocery store and should have about everything you need.
44 locals recommend
Safeway
4910 US-89This is our closest grocery store and should have about everything you need.
If you have a membership and need to find some items in bulk for your large crowd... this is your place!
22 locals recommend
Brandy's Cafe
18 South Beaver StreetIf you have a membership and need to find some items in bulk for your large crowd... this is your place!
For those looking for a bit more organic produce and natural health supplies... this is our go to.
108 locals recommend
Sprout's Farmer Market
1540 S Riordan Ranch StFor those looking for a bit more organic produce and natural health supplies... this is our go to.
This will get you by 'possibly' in a pinch... we have made a few milk or ice cream runs here. It has the items you'd likely expect from a gas station, and its close.
Chevron Flagstaff
11230 US-89This will get you by 'possibly' in a pinch... we have made a few milk or ice cream runs here. It has the items you'd likely expect from a gas station, and its close.
Getting Around
If you are flying into Flagstaff, make sure to book a car. I can't recommend a specific rental company but this might get you started.
Alamo Rent A Car
6200 S Pulliam DrIf you are flying into Flagstaff, make sure to book a car. I can't recommend a specific rental company but this might get you started.