The places, most named first
From the 7 guides that rank for "best places to visit in arizona"
Named by 6 of 71. Grand CanyonThe canyon runs 277 miles long and 18 miles wide and can be seen by hiking, rafting or cycling.The South Rim is open year-round; the North Rim opens in warmer seasons with far fewer visitors.Best time to visit the Grand Canyon
Named by 4 of 72. SedonaKnown for red-rock hiking and the vortex hikes, and a place to relax.Sedona sits high enough to get snow in winter, contrasting white against the red rocks.Best time to visit SedonaBest places to visit in Sedona
Named by 4 of 73. Monument ValleyOnly a small section is in Arizona, right on the Utah border; Navajo-guided tours go off the usual route.The Valley Drive is one of the easiest ways to see it.
Named by 4 of 74. Antelope CanyonA slot canyon near the Utah border, shaped by water into smooth forms and colors.A guided tour is required; Upper Antelope is flat and best around midday for light.
Named by 3 of 75. FlagstaffA northern town with a historic downtown, popular in summer for its cooler elevation.Higher regions around Flagstaff, the gate to the Grand Canyon, have ski resorts in winter.
Named by 3 of 76. Petrified Forest National ParkHolds the world's largest concentration of petrified wood across 200,000 acres.Trails include Blue Mesa, Painted Desert Rim and Giant Logs.
Named by 2 of 77. Horseshoe BendA bend in the Colorado River near Page; you only need a short time.Only a small section of the rim is fenced.
Named by 2 of 78. Saguaro National ParkFlanks Tucson in East and West sections; the East side has some of the best views.In August, heat kept one visitor from hiking.
Named by 2 of 79. Lake PowellNear Page, with boating, Glen Canyon and northern Arizona scenery.One of the largest manmade lakes in the US, with nearly 2,000 miles of shoreline.Named by 2 of 710. PhoenixGreater Phoenix offers Sonoran Desert scenery, museums, hiking, resorts and lakes.Phoenix, Tucson and the south are most comfortable from fall through spring.Best time to visit Phoenix
Named by 2 of 711. TucsonSouthern Arizona's largest city, surrounded by desert, historic sites and mountains.Winter is popular for Tucson and southern Arizona.Best time to visit Tucson
Named by 2 of 712. Hoover DamSits on the Nevada border in Black Canyon, completed in 1935.You can drive or walk across the dam for free or take a tour.
Named by 2 of 713. White MountainsPine forests, lakes and cabins; aspens and pines show fall color.Fall is also named ideal for mountain fall color across the state.
Named by 2 of 714. BisbeeA former mining town in the far southeast corner with galleries, shops and festivals.
Named by 2 of 715. Lake HavasuBilled as Arizona's Playground, with more than 300 days of sunshine for boating and swimming.
16. JeromeA former mining and ghost town on a mountainside, known for the Sliding Jail.
17. Havasu FallsDay hiking is not allowed; reservations and a permit are needed.
18. TombstoneListed with Bisbee among southern Arizona historic stops.
19. Chiricahua National ParkBecame America's newest national park in October 2026.
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When to go
Travel guides most often name March to April and October to November as the best time to visit Arizona.
