Planning a trip to Arizona? Explore our detailed destination guides featuring attractions, dining, hotels, outdoor adventures, and local travel tips to help you build the perfect itinerary.
Arizona is a state of extraordinary diversity — red rock canyons give way to pine-covered mountains, historic Route 66 towns sit within easy reach of upscale desert resorts, and centuries-old mining camps share the same highways as modern art districts. The town or city you choose as your home base shapes your entire trip, from the pace of your days to the experiences within easy reach.
Every destination below offers something genuinely different, from Sedona's red rock hiking and luxury spas to Page's access to Lake Powell and Antelope Canyon. These guides are designed to help you plan before you book, covering what each place is known for, where to stay, and how it fits into a broader Arizona itinerary. For more on the state's national parks, monuments, and scenic wonders, visit our Explore Arizona hub, or head to our Grand Canyon Travel Planner for in-depth guidance on timing, weather, and hiking.
Towering red rock formations, world-class hiking trails, and luxury resorts and spas make Sedona one of Arizona's most beloved home bases.
→ Read GuideA high-elevation mountain town surrounded by pine forest, rich railroad history, and the primary gateway to the Grand Canyon's South Rim.
→ Read GuideThe last town on Route 66 to be bypassed by the interstate, Williams keeps its Mother Road charm alive alongside the historic Grand Canyon Railway depot.
→ Read GuideA former copper-mining boomtown clinging to the side of Cleopatra Hill, now home to art galleries, wine tasting rooms, and a lingering ghost-town atmosphere.
→ Read GuideArizona's capital and largest city offers world-class museums, cultural attractions, and a thriving desert food and arts scene.
→ Read GuideLuxury resorts, championship golf, fine dining, and upscale shopping define Scottsdale's polished desert-city character.
→ Read GuideHome base for Lake Powell, Antelope Canyon, and Horseshoe Bend, Page is the gateway to some of the Southwest's most photographed landscapes.
→ Read GuideWherever you're staying, our private, 100% guided tours include door-to-door pick-up from Sedona, Flagstaff, Williams, and Tusayan, making it easy to build the Arizona itinerary that's right for you.