9 Charming
Small Towns
in Arizona

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Here are 9 tiny and mid-size treasures across the Grand Canyon State.

Outside the major metropolitan areas are a slew of charming small towns, creative communities & former mining hubs.

SEDONA, AZ

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Without question the most famous town in all of AZ, Sedona is an enchanting spot with photogenic red rocks, world-class hiking & a deeply spiritual side.

BISBEE, AZ

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A close second to Sedona in the natural beauty department, this picturesque former mining town in southern Arizona brims with 19th-century architecture.

JEROME, AZ

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This old mining town earned National Historic Landmark status in 1967. Today, tourists flock to this notoriously haunted destination to visit spooky sights.

TOMBSTONE, AZ

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Step into a town of Wild West-era live action play where characters wearing period costumes walk amongst the western-themed restaurants & saloons.

WICKENBURG, AZ

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The dude ranch capital of Arizona, Wickenburg doesn't shortchange travelers when it comes to authentic Wild West fun.

WILLIAMS, AZ

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Set along the iconic Route 66, Williams is a great home base for road trippers and travelers keen to explore the wonders of the Grand Canyon.

TUBAC, AZ

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An easy 45-minute drive from Tucson, Tubac entices shoppers with southwestern decor & colorful pottery as well as jewelry, art & leather goods.

WINSLOW, AZ

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An old Route 66 town in Navajo County, Winslow boasts a major pop culture claim to fame...and that's a cameo in the 1972 Eagles song "Take It Easy."

PAYSON, AZ

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Visitors & residents are never more than a few minutes from top-notch hiking, biking & camping. The area also touts many scenic drives if that's more your speed.

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