Guidebook for Flagstaff
Arts & Culture
The Orpheum Theater is an old movie house, originally named the Majestic Opera House. The building was constructed in 1911. It is a music venue that hosts tons of great shows throughout the week.
80 locals recommend
Orpheum Theater
15 W Aspen AveThe Orpheum Theater is an old movie house, originally named the Majestic Opera House. The building was constructed in 1911. It is a music venue that hosts tons of great shows throughout the week.
There will likely be an event going on here during your stay, like learning to make your own soap, pet an alpaca or watch an exciting capoeira performance, etc.
61 locals recommend
Pioneer Museum
2340 N Fort Valley RdThere will likely be an event going on here during your stay, like learning to make your own soap, pet an alpaca or watch an exciting capoeira performance, etc.
As the center of downtown, the square hosts all types of arts and entertainment throughout the year for the whole family. You never know what you will find!
29 locals recommend
Heritage Square Trust
111 W Birch AveAs the center of downtown, the square hosts all types of arts and entertainment throughout the year for the whole family. You never know what you will find!
200 acre Museum campus includes an exhibit building, research labs, and state of the art collections facilities for more than five million Native American artifacts, natural science specimens, and fine art pieces. The Museum of Northern Arizona is recognized internationally for the quality of its collections, its first-rate exhibitions and festivals, and its renowned Native American Shop.
230 locals recommend
Museum of Northern Arizona
3101 N Fort Valley Rd200 acre Museum campus includes an exhibit building, research labs, and state of the art collections facilities for more than five million Native American artifacts, natural science specimens, and fine art pieces. The Museum of Northern Arizona is recognized internationally for the quality of its collections, its first-rate exhibitions and festivals, and its renowned Native American Shop.
Food Scene
Contemporary locale serving a variety of American comfort-food dishes with a twist, plus cocktails. Great burgers and a fun patio during the summer.
89 locals recommend
Tinderbox Kitchen
34 S San Francisco StContemporary locale serving a variety of American comfort-food dishes with a twist, plus cocktails. Great burgers and a fun patio during the summer.
Whether you are looking for a lively flagstaff restaurant that serves great food or a top-notch coffeehouse with the ultimate cup, this is the place.
219 locals recommend
Macy's European Coffeehouse & Bakery
14 S Beaver StWhether you are looking for a lively flagstaff restaurant that serves great food or a top-notch coffeehouse with the ultimate cup, this is the place.
There is this location and also one on Fort Valley Rd as you head towards Snow Bowl. Excellent coffee drinks.
116 locals recommend
Late For the Train
19A E Aspen AveThere is this location and also one on Fort Valley Rd as you head towards Snow Bowl. Excellent coffee drinks.
Ewa's Thai Cuisine
110 S San Francisco StGreat Thai food.
SoSoBa is not the standard ‘traditional’ ramen shop. This is a full-service restaurant serving uniquely inspired noodle-dishes. So yummy!
55 locals recommend
SoSoBa
12 W Historic Rte 66SoSoBa is not the standard ‘traditional’ ramen shop. This is a full-service restaurant serving uniquely inspired noodle-dishes. So yummy!
Wood-fired Neapolitan-style pizzas. You will think you have died and gone to Italy. The place is tiny so get there early to get a seat.
148 locals recommend
Pizzicletta
203 W Phoenix AveWood-fired Neapolitan-style pizzas. You will think you have died and gone to Italy. The place is tiny so get there early to get a seat.
KickStand Kafé is walking distance from the apartment. They have large, comfortable seating areas. Lots of good breakfast food and delicious espresso.
44 locals recommend
Kickstand Kafe
719 N Humphreys StKickStand Kafé is walking distance from the apartment. They have large, comfortable seating areas. Lots of good breakfast food and delicious espresso.
Breakfast is really good at Charly's, but if you don't get there in time for breakfast you will still be pleased. We would recommend having the nachos or posole for lunch/dinner.
35 locals recommend
Charly's Pub & Grill
23 N Leroux StBreakfast is really good at Charly's, but if you don't get there in time for breakfast you will still be pleased. We would recommend having the nachos or posole for lunch/dinner.
Biff's Bagels is Flagstaff's premier bagel shop. They create delicious bagels that are crisp on the outside and chewy and flavorful on the inside. They have premium specialty cream cheeses, custom-made sandwiches, signature soups and organic, full-roasted coffee. Biff’s is located in a historic building in downtown Flagstaff, close to campus and the main highway, and offers free high-speed wireless in our newly remodeled light-filled cafe. They are a family run business providing great bagels, healthy nosh, good vibes, and excellent customer service. Greg is from NY and this is the only bagel he will eat outside of NY.
34 locals recommend
Biff's Bagels
1 S Beaver StBiff's Bagels is Flagstaff's premier bagel shop. They create delicious bagels that are crisp on the outside and chewy and flavorful on the inside. They have premium specialty cream cheeses, custom-made sandwiches, signature soups and organic, full-roasted coffee. Biff’s is located in a historic building in downtown Flagstaff, close to campus and the main highway, and offers free high-speed wireless in our newly remodeled light-filled cafe. They are a family run business providing great bagels, healthy nosh, good vibes, and excellent customer service. Greg is from NY and this is the only bagel he will eat outside of NY.
Open for outstanding breakfast, lunch and dinner, but their dessert case stands out as the best in Flagstaff!
147 locals recommend
Tourist Home All Day Cafe
52 S San Francisco StOpen for outstanding breakfast, lunch and dinner, but their dessert case stands out as the best in Flagstaff!
Charming local cafe with a vegan-friendly menu of homestyle Thai fare served in a compact space.
30 locals recommend
Red Curry Vegan Kitchen
10 N San Francisco StCharming local cafe with a vegan-friendly menu of homestyle Thai fare served in a compact space.
Farm-fresh modern American fare, craft cocktails and more. Seasonal menu featuring fine seafood, hearty steaks, house-made pastas and locally-grown goodness.
Atria
Farm-fresh modern American fare, craft cocktails and more. Seasonal menu featuring fine seafood, hearty steaks, house-made pastas and locally-grown goodness.
Not what you would consider typical “mountain town” food. Shift aims to focus on bold flavors, a locally driven menu, and artfully composed plates served up amidst a casual and approachable ambiance.
51 locals recommend
Shift Kitchen & Bar
107 N San Francisco StNot what you would consider typical “mountain town” food. Shift aims to focus on bold flavors, a locally driven menu, and artfully composed plates served up amidst a casual and approachable ambiance.
NiMarco's Pizza Downtown
101 S Beaver StYummy pizza if you feel like just ordering in.
Sightseeing
Learn about the history of Flagstaff. It is so interesting we have been there multiple times. Guided tours of the Mansion given daily, at the top of the hour.
104 locals recommend
Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
409 W Riordan RdLearn about the history of Flagstaff. It is so interesting we have been there multiple times. Guided tours of the Mansion given daily, at the top of the hour.
Loop trail descending 185 ft (56 m) into the canyon passing 25 cliff dwelling rooms constructed by the Sinagua, a pre-Columbian cultural group that lived in Walnut Canyon from about 1100 to 1250 CE.
230 locals recommend
Walnut Canyon National Monument
3 Walnut Canyon RoadLoop trail descending 185 ft (56 m) into the canyon passing 25 cliff dwelling rooms constructed by the Sinagua, a pre-Columbian cultural group that lived in Walnut Canyon from about 1100 to 1250 CE.
Take this scenic route to Sedona! Absolutely beautiful just for the drive or to find a hiking trail near the water.
148 locals recommend
Oak Creek Canyon
Take this scenic route to Sedona! Absolutely beautiful just for the drive or to find a hiking trail near the water.
You can hike, bike (even in the winter), snowshoe, cross country ski, or partake in the bonfire on Fridays at 4pm!
46 locals recommend
Arizona Nordic Village
16848 US-180You can hike, bike (even in the winter), snowshoe, cross country ski, or partake in the bonfire on Fridays at 4pm!
Beautiful open meadow-like space to take a leisurely stroll or get your run in.
129 locals recommend
Buffalo Park
2400 N Gemini RdBeautiful open meadow-like space to take a leisurely stroll or get your run in.
Just up the hill is an astronomical observatory. It was established in 1894, placing it among the oldest observatories in the U.S.
352 locals recommend
Lowell Observatory
1400 W Mars Hill RdJust up the hill is an astronomical observatory. It was established in 1894, placing it among the oldest observatories in the U.S.
Sunset Crater Volcano! Roughly 900 years ago, the eruption of this volcano reshaped the surrounding landscape, forever changing the lives of people, plants and animals. Hike the trail through the lava flow and cinders and you’ll likely discover colorful, ruggedly dramatic geological features coexisting with twisted Ponderosa Pines and an amazing array of wildlife.
161 locals recommend
Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument
Sunset Crater Volcano! Roughly 900 years ago, the eruption of this volcano reshaped the surrounding landscape, forever changing the lives of people, plants and animals. Hike the trail through the lava flow and cinders and you’ll likely discover colorful, ruggedly dramatic geological features coexisting with twisted Ponderosa Pines and an amazing array of wildlife.
Entertainment & Activities
Walking distance from the apartment. The park has play equipment for the very young to elementary age kids, tennis courts, grills for a cook out, a frisbee golf course, and hiking trails.
30 locals recommend
Thorpe Park Center
191 N Thorpe RdWalking distance from the apartment. The park has play equipment for the very young to elementary age kids, tennis courts, grills for a cook out, a frisbee golf course, and hiking trails.
Located next door to the library it's just a cool park to hang out in. From spring thru fall there is something festive there almost every weekend.
16 locals recommend
Wheeler Park
212 W Aspen AveLocated next door to the library it's just a cool park to hang out in. From spring thru fall there is something festive there almost every weekend.
This is the home to Pepsi Amphitheater, Flagstaff Extreme, Fort Tuthill Luke Air Force Base Recreation Area, North Pole Experience, Fort Tuthill Military Museum, Archery Club, Model Railroad Club, Gems & Minerals Club. Activities include an Archery Range, Bike Park, Campground, Fairgrounds, Equestrian areas, 5 Picnic Ramadas (40 - 125 capacity), 2 Tennis Courts, Basketball Court, Trails System and Snow Play Area. Visit www.coconino.az.gov/parks/forttuthill
36 locals recommend
Fort Tuthill County Park
2446 Fort Tuthill LoopThis is the home to Pepsi Amphitheater, Flagstaff Extreme, Fort Tuthill Luke Air Force Base Recreation Area, North Pole Experience, Fort Tuthill Military Museum, Archery Club, Model Railroad Club, Gems & Minerals Club. Activities include an Archery Range, Bike Park, Campground, Fairgrounds, Equestrian areas, 5 Picnic Ramadas (40 - 125 capacity), 2 Tennis Courts, Basketball Court, Trails System and Snow Play Area. Visit www.coconino.az.gov/parks/forttuthill
Everything Else
Just in case someone isn't feeling well during your stay this urgent care is just up the street and you can check-in online via their website.
21 locals recommend
NextCare Urgent Care
2530 AZ-89AJust in case someone isn't feeling well during your stay this urgent care is just up the street and you can check-in online via their website.
This is the closest laundromat to the apartment. I can't vouch for the quality of the machines, but it is conveniently located next to Macy's Coffee House and Biff's Bagels.
7 locals recommend
White Flag Coin-Op Laundry
16 S Beaver StThis is the closest laundromat to the apartment. I can't vouch for the quality of the machines, but it is conveniently located next to Macy's Coffee House and Biff's Bagels.
This is a laundromat, but there is also an attendant on site so you can drop your clothes off and they will do them for you! I have personally used this service and they did a good job.
Sherwood Laundromat
1491 S Milton RdThis is a laundromat, but there is also an attendant on site so you can drop your clothes off and they will do them for you! I have personally used this service and they did a good job.
Tree Top Adventure course is an elevated obstacle course set in the tall Ponderosa Pines and securely suspended between the trees at 15 to 60 feet off the ground.
Some of the features of the course include suspended bridges, swings, slides, nets, ziplines and even an aerial surf board.
175 locals recommend
Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course
2446 Brigade RdTree Top Adventure course is an elevated obstacle course set in the tall Ponderosa Pines and securely suspended between the trees at 15 to 60 feet off the ground.
Some of the features of the course include suspended bridges, swings, slides, nets, ziplines and even an aerial surf board.
Essentials
They not only have groceries, but they also have a hot bar and a salad bar for a healthy lunch or dinner alternative.
70 locals recommend
Whole Foods Market
320 Cambridge LnThey not only have groceries, but they also have a hot bar and a salad bar for a healthy lunch or dinner alternative.
Parks & Nature
Nestled between the Painted Desert and ponderosa highlands of northern Arizona, Wupatki is a landscape of legacies. Ancient pueblos dot red-rock outcroppings across miles of prairie. Where food and water seem impossible to find, people built pueblos, raised families, farmed, traded, and thrived. Today, if you linger and listen, earth and artifacts whisper their stories to us still.
143 locals recommend
Wupatki National Monument
25137 North Wupatki LaneNestled between the Painted Desert and ponderosa highlands of northern Arizona, Wupatki is a landscape of legacies. Ancient pueblos dot red-rock outcroppings across miles of prairie. Where food and water seem impossible to find, people built pueblos, raised families, farmed, traded, and thrived. Today, if you linger and listen, earth and artifacts whisper their stories to us still.