Arizona
Williams
Williams, Arizona is a destination known for things to do for visitors of all ages. With unique attractions, Route 66 nostalgia, and the closeness of the Grand Canyon, you’re sure to find something to experience in Williams.
The Grand Canyon Railway is a perfect way to sit back and enjoy the ride to the Grand Canyon if you are traveling alone, with your partner or in a group. With entertainment on the way, the spectacular view of the Canyon when you arrive, and the chance to reflect on it all on the ride back.
Bearizona Drive Thru Wildlife Park is an experience you will not forget. Get up close and personal with many different animals in their natural environment and you’ll know why these bears have become an Arizona favourite. Ride in the comfort of your own vehicle as you see deer, elk, bison, wolves, bears, and more.
Canyon Coaster Adventure Park is the newest must-do attractions on Route 66 in Williams. The year-round park brings Arizona’s first and only mountain coaster on a stainless steel tube track. Snow play can be enjoyed in the winter with a wonderful family style restaurant, and plenty of space to warm up and enjoy the views.
Route 66 conjures up thoughts of rich history, soda fountains, neon lights, classic cars, and fun! Only in Williams will you find a stretch of Route 66 with shopping, dining, lodging, and cowboy action - fun for the whole family.
Experience Williams- Gateway to the Grand Canyon®!
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Grand Canyon Railway
More than a century after its creation, the Grand Canyon Railway is delivering passengers to the Grand Canyon’s South Rim on a ride that blends adventure, history and culture. In addition to the historic train, the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel features 298 refurbished rooms, a saline pool and spa, the Fred Harvey Restaurant, Spenser’s Pub, and two gift shops with unique train-themed merchandise. Vacation packages including hotel, train, meals and tours are available, and represent the best value for a visit to Williams and Grand Canyon.
Bearizona Drive Thru Wildlife Park
Bearizona is a drive through Wildlife Park nestled amongst the pristine Ponderosa Pine forests of Northern Arizona. Bearizona offers visitors to Northern Arizona a new and exciting way to enjoy wildlife the way it was meant to be, in a natural environment. Bearizona Wildlife Park is the only park of its kind in the southwest. Bearizona is located off Interstate 40, at exit 165 and is a convenient stop for visitors wanting to experience the Grand Canyon and the beauty of Northern Arizona.
Canyon Coaster Adventure Park
The central attraction is a mountain coaster ride called The Canyon Coaster, which is built directly into the mountainside and spans several acres along the natural curvatures of the mountain. This thrill ride stretches over one mile on a stainless-steel tube track that has all the bells and whistles of a roller coaster such as steep descents, hairpin turns, and 360-degree corkscrews. Here’s the kicker…the rider actually controls the speed of the coaster cart, which can reach max speeds of 30 mph.
Elephant Rocks Golf Course
Golf started at the course back in the 1920’s, when the Williams Country Club was formed. The members and railway workers constructed the historic clubhouse in 1932 and it still stands today basically as it was constructed back then. Despite its high reputation, it has retained its laid-back nature and is a refreshing change after the hassle of modern life.
Route 66
Route 66 conjures up thoughts of rich history, soda fountains, neon lights, classic cars, and fun! Only in Williams, Arizona will you find a stretch of Route 66 with shopping, dining, lodging, and cowboy action - fun for the whole family. Route 66 is an experience, a feeling, a perception, a taste of sight & sound, and a mystery that can only be resolved by driving the pavement itself.
Frontier Family Fun
Take the whole family and pan for gold or play games while you enjoy a meal with a family atmosphere.
Pine Country Restaurant
Grab a slice of mile high pie and enjoy a home cooked meal while you sit at a window and watch the train pass by.
Station 66 Italian Bistro
Have a slice of pizza and sit on the rooftop patio watching the fun on Route 66.
Red Raven Restaurant
Sit down for a finer meal in Williams with a delicious shrimp salad or pasta special, with a fine glass of wine.
Wild West Junction
Enjoy cowboy entertainment and plenty of storytelling at this local hangout.
Grand Canyon Brewing Co.
Enjoy a locally brewed beer or handcrafted cocktail, complete with prickly pear vodka.
Arizona is a place where it’s easy to combine outdoor exploration and urban culture.
Experienced adventure companies and outfitters can escort groups to some of Arizona’s most beautiful places—from Jeep tours in Sedona to float trips on the Colorado River to horseback treks in Monument Valley. Such photogenic endeavours can be seamlessly augmented by museum visits and memorable meals in the cosmopolitan centres of Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tucson.
Arizona also caters to lovers of wine, golf, astronomy, Old West history, professional sports, luxury spas and shopping. Aficionados of the latter can peruse fashion centres, designer outlets, art galleries and vintage boutiques.
So, sure, the Grand Canyon—one of the Seven Wonders of the Natural World—is something no visitor to Arizona should miss. But it’s far from the only thing that makes Arizona grand.
