Top Rated Attractions in Flagstaff

Set against the backdrop of the snowy San Francisco Peaks, bordered by the largest forest of fragrant ponderosa pines in the country, Flagstaff is a scenic retreat. The Walnut Canyon National Monument, with its ancient cliff dwellings and astonishing geological formations and the Wupatki National Monument built by the area's original inhabitants, the ancient Pueblos, are a fascinating look into another time. Adventure enthusiasts find plenty to do here, and there is everything from extreme sports to hiking and skiing round the year. Home to the Northern Arizona University, the city center has a vibrant atmosphere and plenty of bars and cafes serving freshly brewed beer along with a shot of youthful energy.

The Hive is a mainstay on Beaver Street. It is where locals come for the loud music and strong drinks. The venue functions as a gallery as well. Every night there is a different band on stage and if you want to buy some art while you enjoy the sound, all proceeds support local talent. The music varies from punk and pop to rockabilly and thrash metal as well as everything in-between.

Dark Sky Brewing Company is located in the heart of Flagstaff and is very popular with the city's beer lovers. This single-story warehouse-style pub is known to brew some of the best beers in the city and offer a wide variety of beers that frequently change with new and unique brews introduced every week. This means you can try something new every time you visit. The ambiance is laid back and friendly making this pub a great place to catch up with a bunch of friends over some delicious cold brews. Although they do not serve food, there is a food parked just outside that serves some delicious snacks and munchies. A visit to the Dark Sky Brewing Company is definitely a must when in the city.

A seasonal guided walking tour of the classic haunted places of Flagstaff is filled with ghostly tales, unexplained phenomenon and spine-tingling tales of Flagstaffs colorful past. Stops along this tour include the Brakeman, Emerson the Ghost, the Balcony Specter, the Old Man in the Basement, the Zane Grey Ballroom, and many more. This is a spooky historic tour sure to thrill young and old, especially during the ghostly Halloween season. Free and open to the public, this volunteer-guided walking tour dedicated to the rich history of Flagstaff's most haunted places is time well spent exploring one of the most haunted cities in Arizona. -Herman Sims

This center is the warmest welcome mat in Flagstaff! Whether you're a leisure traveler, tour guide, journalist, or died-in-the-wool outdoor adventurer, the visitor's center will surround you with red brick, aromatic pine, and a wealth of insight on Flagstaff's many scenic wonders and activities. Your exploration of Flagstaff should start right here.

A heartwarming amalgam of nature and culture, the antiquated Flagstaff Historic Downtown is the soul of Arizona. The inextricable traces of Flagstaff's rich railroad heritage still remain intact at this historic quarter. Having aged seamlessly through centuries, it stands strong as a brimming destination of quirky boutiques, quaint coffee shops and a smattering of historical treasures today. Some of the many historic sites include the 1888 Babbitt Brothers Trading Company building, the 1889 Santa Fe Depot, the Spanish Colonial Hotel Monte Vista and the 1920's Weatherford Hotel. A couple of local spots in and around include Flagstaff Brewing Company and Beaver Street Brewery.