Elena's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Fantastic observatory! Walk in the steps of Clyde Tombaugh, who discovered Pluto at Lowell in 1930, the telescope is still in operation today.
352 locals recommend
Lowell Observatory
1400 W Mars Hill RdFantastic observatory! Walk in the steps of Clyde Tombaugh, who discovered Pluto at Lowell in 1930, the telescope is still in operation today.
A collection of ancient pueblos that were once inhabited by the ancestors of the Hopi and Zuni people. It’s also very famous for its monthly full-moon bike rides.
143 locals recommend
Wupatki National Monument
25137 North Wupatki LaneA collection of ancient pueblos that were once inhabited by the ancestors of the Hopi and Zuni people. It’s also very famous for its monthly full-moon bike rides.
Meteor Crater Natural Landmark
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Bearizona Wildlife Park
1500 E Rte 66Great for families
The dark charred bulk of Sunset Crater Volcano, responsible for the last eruption in Arizona, less than 950 years ago. There are some intriguing hiking trails around the cinder cone and through the surrounding forest that still bears the scars of that violent event.
161 locals recommend
Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument
The dark charred bulk of Sunset Crater Volcano, responsible for the last eruption in Arizona, less than 950 years ago. There are some intriguing hiking trails around the cinder cone and through the surrounding forest that still bears the scars of that violent event.
Walnut Canyon, is an upside down Wupatki. Instead of exposed tall pueblos, the ancient people of Walnut Canyon used the ledges and alcoves in the limestone walls to build their compact cliff dwellings. A couple of trails take you right to the ancient structures so you are definitely walking in the footsteps of the past. If you want to avoid climbing, a rim trail keeps you up top with great views.
230 locals recommend
Walnut Canyon National Monument
3 Walnut Canyon RoadWalnut Canyon, is an upside down Wupatki. Instead of exposed tall pueblos, the ancient people of Walnut Canyon used the ledges and alcoves in the limestone walls to build their compact cliff dwellings. A couple of trails take you right to the ancient structures so you are definitely walking in the footsteps of the past. If you want to avoid climbing, a rim trail keeps you up top with great views.
Food scene
Great food (salads, soups and sandwiches) for lunch. My favorites are fish tacos, lamb stew soup and house salad.
25 locals recommend
Cafe Daily Fare
408 W Historic Rte 66Great food (salads, soups and sandwiches) for lunch. My favorites are fish tacos, lamb stew soup and house salad.
Mother Road Brewing Company
7 S Mikes Pike StGreat selection of beer
Sushi rolls for affordable prices. My favorite is sashimi lunch.
17 locals recommend
Hiro's Sushi Bar & Japanese Restaurant
1312 S Plaza WaySushi rolls for affordable prices. My favorite is sashimi lunch.
Great family bistro. It could get pretty loud there, but it’s a great place to dine with kids.
54 locals recommend
Oregano's Pizza Bistro
1061 S Plaza WayGreat family bistro. It could get pretty loud there, but it’s a great place to dine with kids.
Locally owned pizza chain. Fast and delicious pizza. Popeye pizza is my favorite. West location is closer to the house, but they have a downtown location as well.
20 locals recommend
Nimarco's Pizza West
1800 S Milton RdLocally owned pizza chain. Fast and delicious pizza. Popeye pizza is my favorite. West location is closer to the house, but they have a downtown location as well.
Josephine's Modern American Bistro
503 N Humphreys StPerfect dining for a date night
Skiing, snowboarding
There is a great Aspen corner hiking trail to see color-changing aspens in the Fall. During summer you can do a scenic chair lift, and of course, skiing and snowboarding during winter.
436 locals recommend
Arizona Snowbowl
9300 North Snow Bowl RoadThere is a great Aspen corner hiking trail to see color-changing aspens in the Fall. During summer you can do a scenic chair lift, and of course, skiing and snowboarding during winter.