Guidebook
Neighborhoods
Cherry Hill is tucked away just East of the historic downtown Flagstaff. A short 10 minute walk down Cherry and you are in the action. However, the Cherry Hill neighborhood itself is very quiet and private with very little traffic outside it's residents. It's a great spot to feel like you are a part of the city life while still having peace and quiet during your stay.
East Cherry Avenue
East Cherry AvenueCherry Hill is tucked away just East of the historic downtown Flagstaff. A short 10 minute walk down Cherry and you are in the action. However, the Cherry Hill neighborhood itself is very quiet and private with very little traffic outside it's residents. It's a great spot to feel like you are a part of the city life while still having peace and quiet during your stay.
City/town information
Flagstaff is one of the most unique and charming cities in the West. Whether you want to try new restaurants, see a show or live entertainment, or visit with the locals, Flagstaff is the perfect spot for your next getaway.
One of the things you will hear from people that have fallen in love with Flagstaff is they can't explain what makes is special. It has a vibe that is indescribable that keeps them coming back.
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Flagstaff
Flagstaff is one of the most unique and charming cities in the West. Whether you want to try new restaurants, see a show or live entertainment, or visit with the locals, Flagstaff is the perfect spot for your next getaway.
One of the things you will hear from people that have fallen in love with Flagstaff is they can't explain what makes is special. It has a vibe that is indescribable that keeps them coming back.
Sightseeing
Hop over to the Visitor Center for more information and maps on things to do in and around Flagstaff.
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Flagstaff Visitor Center
1 E Rte 66Hop over to the Visitor Center for more information and maps on things to do in and around Flagstaff.
Make sure you visit the Observatory during your stay! Check out their website for upcoming events. It's a great place to learn about our International Dark Sky City and see some sights that aren't visible from many areas around the US.
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Lowell-Observatorium
1400 W Mars Hill RdMake sure you visit the Observatory during your stay! Check out their website for upcoming events. It's a great place to learn about our International Dark Sky City and see some sights that aren't visible from many areas around the US.
If you love to hike and want to get outdoors, head down 89A to visit Oak Creek Canyon. Our favorite trail is the West Fork and is pretty easy for beginning hikers.
Weekdays are best as the canyon gets packed. If you want to park in the West Fork parking area, plan on getting there very early in the morning or later in the afternoon.
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Oak Creek Canyon
If you love to hike and want to get outdoors, head down 89A to visit Oak Creek Canyon. Our favorite trail is the West Fork and is pretty easy for beginning hikers.
Weekdays are best as the canyon gets packed. If you want to park in the West Fork parking area, plan on getting there very early in the morning or later in the afternoon.
Get out in the Pines! If you are ready for an adventure and would like a good workout, book with Flagstaff Extreme down at Ft. Tuthill.
They have a kids ropes course, adult course, and a fun ziplining course available.
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Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course
2446 Brigade RdGet out in the Pines! If you are ready for an adventure and would like a good workout, book with Flagstaff Extreme down at Ft. Tuthill.
They have a kids ropes course, adult course, and a fun ziplining course available.
Visit the Museum of Northern Arizona to learn about Native American Culture and the geology of the Grand Canyon. This is a great spot to take in the local culture.
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Museum of Northern Arizona
3101 N Fort Valley RdVisit the Museum of Northern Arizona to learn about Native American Culture and the geology of the Grand Canyon. This is a great spot to take in the local culture.
Whether visiting in the Summer or Winter, Snowbowl has a ton of fun available. Go up during the summer months for a gondola ride or kids activities. In the winter, head up for skiing or snowboarding.
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Snowbowl Scenic Gondola
9300 North Snow Bowl RoadWhether visiting in the Summer or Winter, Snowbowl has a ton of fun available. Go up during the summer months for a gondola ride or kids activities. In the winter, head up for skiing or snowboarding.
Step back in time at the Riordan Mansion. Find out how one of the first families to build Flagstaff lived in the early 20th century with a tour.
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Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
409 W Riordan RdStep back in time at the Riordan Mansion. Find out how one of the first families to build Flagstaff lived in the early 20th century with a tour.
For something unique, look into a visit to the Lava River Cave. Dress warm as it is very cold inside! Be prepared for some physical activity. This may not be the best activity for young children or inexperienced adults.
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Lava River Cave
171B Forest RdFor something unique, look into a visit to the Lava River Cave. Dress warm as it is very cold inside! Be prepared for some physical activity. This may not be the best activity for young children or inexperienced adults.
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Verkehrsmittel
Flagstaff is very walkable but a vehicle is recommended.
If you plan on staying at Lunar Lodge and only visiting the downtown area, you do not need a vehicle if you are capable of walking. However, to explore more of the city, the easiest mode of transportation would be your own passenger vehicle.
We also have a city bus line with very reasonable costs (Mountain Line) and Uber/Lyft are readily available.
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Lowell Observatory, Flagstaff XTreme, Oak Creek Canyon
Our three top spots and things to do in Flagstaff are the observatory, Xtreme ropes course, and Oak Creek Canyon. Please see the sightseeing section of the guide for information.
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Hiking, Biking, and Sightseeing
Take advantage of the free activities Flagstaff offers! You don't have to spend a ton of money to have an amazing time.
Head out to Buffalo Part or Fatman Trail for hiking. Thorpe Park has a great frisbee golf course and playground and is one of our favorite spots for a picnic. If you bring your bikes, head down to the mountain bike course at Ft. Tuthill for some fun. And make sure you take an afternoon or evening to walk around and explore the downtown area.
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Snow Play and Holiday Activities
Some of the activities we recommend booking in advance are snowplay and sledding down at Ft. Tuthill. This event sells out each year on a daily basis and is extremely popular.
If you are interested in the North Pole Express experience, get your tickets early on in the season.
The train to the Grand Canyon from Williams is also popular so we recommend booking early to get your preferred dates.
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Warm clothes!!
Flagstaff is in the mountains! And while it can get hot during the day, it cools off quickly at night. That means that even the evenings can feel a bit chilly in the middle of Summer.
Make sure to bring some warmer clothing items for your visit. It is also recommended you are prepared to get rained on from the months of July-September. We often get daily monsoon storms that seemingly come out of nowhere. So make sure you are prepared!
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Kid-friendly city
We have been visiting Flagstaff since our first child was a baby. It is a very family-friendly area with activities geared to all age groups.