TripAdvisor's Things To Do in Flagstaff

TripAdvisor compiled a list of the Top Things to do in Flagstaff from traveler reviews.

Embassy Suites Flagstaff has packages with many of these attractions and is centrally located to all of them. 

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Walnut Canyon National Monument

Ranked #1 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

426 reviews

• “This should be a national park!” 06/17/2013
• “Great hike” 06/15/2013

Category: Canyons; Monuments/ Statues; National Parks; Historic Sites

Owner description: See millions of years of history unraveled in the geology of the rocks at this popular scenic and historic hiking area, once... more »

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Wupatki National Monument

Ranked #2 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

324 reviews

• “Scenic drive and interesting site” 06/14/2013
• “Nice place to go if you have time” 06/13/2013

Category: National Parks; Historic Sites; Monuments/ Statues; Volcanos

Owner description: Explore this fascinating ancient pueblo, located near the San Francisco Peaks, which once housed almost 100 members of the... more »

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Coconino National Forest

Ranked #3 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

55 reviews

• “Beautiful Forest” 06/13/2013
• “hiking heaven” 06/05/2013

Category: Forests; National Parks

Named after the Coho Native American people, this forest is two million acres of recreational, lumber, and mining land.

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Lava River Cave

Ranked #4 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

69 reviews

• “Very interesting and one of a kind exp...” 06/15/2013
• “A "Cool" Cave - don't miss it!” 06/08/2013

Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Caverns/ Caves

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Flagstaff Extreme

Ranked #5 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

70 reviews

• “Amazing” 06/18/2013
• “Dont waste your time” 06/18/2013

Category: Sports Complexes

Owner description: Our Tree Top Adventure course is an elevated obstacle course set in the tall Ponderosa Pines and securely suspended between... more »

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San Francisco Peaks

Ranked #6 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

56 reviews

• “Stunning View” 06/14/2013
• “Gorgeous!!!!” 06/05/2013

Category: Mountains; Volcanos

Owner description: Located north of Flagstaff, these are the remains of ancient volcanic peaks that may have once reached 15,000 feet above the... more »

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Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument

Ranked #7 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

327 reviews

• “Good for Volcano Remnants” 06/14/2013
• “Hidden gem in Flagstaff” 06/14/2013

Category: National Parks; Volcanos; Monuments/ Statues

Located north of Flagstaff, this crater was created by a volcanic eruption 900 years ago.

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Lowell Observatory

Ranked #8 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

312 reviews

• “Wow what a surprise” 06/18/2013
• “Amazing night- got to look through a 1...” 06/18/2013

Category: Observatories/ Planetariums

Owner description: Lowell Observatory, founded in 1894, is a non profit astronomical research and educational outreach institution located on... more »

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Museum of Northern Arizona

Ranked #9 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

101 reviews

• “Great place to go” 06/18/2013
• “Great museum and walking trail” 06/14/2013

Category: Natural History Museums; Museums

Owner description: One of the great regional museums of our world, surrounded by tremendous geological, biological, and cultural resources in... more »

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Flagstaff Visitor Center

Ranked #10 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

84 reviews

• “The best” 06/18/2013
• “we picked up our Grand Canyon park pas...” 06/17/2013

Category: Tourist/ Visitor Centers

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Riordan Mansion State Historic Park

Ranked #11 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

108 reviews

• “Very interesting” 06/18/2013
• “so interesting!!!!” 05/23/2013

Category: Historic Sites; State Parks

Owner description: This five-acre park showcases the extraordinary early 1900s mansion owned by the Riordan family and includes all of the... more »

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Red Mountain Trail

Ranked #12 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

20 reviews

• “A-MAZING” 05/21/2013
• “Spectacular and unusual” 05/09/2013

Category: National Parks; Hiking Trails

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Northern Arizona University

Ranked #13 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

47 reviews

• “Cool school” 06/08/2013
• “NAU is a great university choice.” 05/23/2013

Category: Educational Sites; Art Galleries

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Historic Downtown and Railroad District

Ranked #14 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

151 reviews

• “Disappointing Downtown” 06/16/2013
• “Love it!” 06/13/2013

Category: Neighborhoods; Historic Sites

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Grand Falls of the Little Colorado River

Ranked #15 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

40 reviews

• “Make sure the water is flowing before...” 05/20/2013
• “Spectacular View~” 04/07/2013

Category: Waterfalls

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Humphrey's Peak

Ranked #16 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

6 reviews

• “Liberator Down” 06/01/2013
• “Great campsite west of Humphreys Peak...” 05/28/2013

Category: Mountains

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Flagstaff Nordic Center

Ranked #17 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

18 reviews

• “All you need to get back on skis” 03/06/2013
• “A definite must...” 01/23/2013

Category: Cross-country Ski Areas

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Fort Tuthill Military Museum

Ranked #18 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

6 reviews

• “Great things come in small packages” 06/18/2013
• “Military campground” 01/26/2013

Category: Military Museums

The Fort Tuthill Military History Museum is a small but comprehensive facility located on the grounds of Fort Tuthill County Park.  This museum encompasses much Arizona military... more »

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Thorpe Park

Ranked #19 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

12 reviews

• “Large park that's perfect for snowfall” 01/19/2013
• “Thorpe dog park in winter” 12/30/2012

Category: Parks

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Hitchin' Post Stables

Ranked #20 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

15 reviews

• “Beautiful Trail Ride and Cowboy Cookou...” 06/14/2013
• “A must do for horse lovers!” 06/11/2013

Category: Equestrian Trails

Owner description: We provide horseback and trail riding for the Grand Canyon, Flagstaff, Arizona area, and if you want to experience the best... more »

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Arizona Snowbowl

Ranked #21 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

94 reviews

• “Take the ski lift” 06/05/2013
• “Just so so skiing” 05/21/2013

Category: Ski/ Snowboard Areas

Arizona Snowbowl is a great "Mom & Pop" style ski resort.  What you will find is an unpretentious but fabulous little resort that has something for everyone.  Expert skiers... more »

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Wing Mountain Snow Play Area

Ranked #22 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

6 reviews

• “Wing Snow - great place for kids to pl...” 04/15/2013
• “Great Place!” 03/10/2013

Category: Ski/ Snowboard Areas

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Lake Mary

Ranked #23 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

16 reviews

• “Great picnic spot” 05/26/2013
• “Peaceful” 03/20/2013

Category: Bodies of Water

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Coconino Center for the Arts

Ranked #24 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

3 reviews

• “Amazing exhibits, great performances” 03/16/2013
• “Always something interesting going on...” 07/08/2012

Category: Art Galleries; Theaters; Civic Centers; Specialty Shops

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Pioneer Museum

Ranked #25 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

25 reviews

• “great activity for about an hour - hou...” 06/13/2013
• “Nice museum” 04/18/2013

Category: History Museums

Owner description: Originally constructed as the Coconino County Hospital this museum includes a main building, barn and cabin that offer... more »

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Continental Country Club

Ranked #26 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

4 reviews

• “Love this course!!” 04/29/2013
• “only public course in town” 07/16/2012

Category: Golf Courses

Owner description: This 18-hole golf course stretches 6,029 yards, making it easy to walk or ride while presenting a delightfully challenging... more »

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Sandys Canyon Trail #137

Ranked #27 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

3 reviews

• “Fun shorty” 06/10/2013
• “Mellow hike near Flagstaff” 05/28/2013

Category: Hiking Trails

An easy one-mile hike near Flagstaff

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High Country Conference Center

Ranked #28 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

2 reviews

• “Beautiful!” 12/10/2012
• “Nice Conference Center in the Pines!” 05/02/2012

Category: Convention Centers

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The Arboretum at Flagstaff

Ranked #29 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

21 reviews

• “fine staff, appears to be struggling f...” 02/11/2013
• “very nicely laid out” 10/24/2012

Category: Gardens; Nature/ Wildlife Areas

The Arboretum is a botanical garden, nature center, and research station located at 7,150 above sea level.  Several miles of trials wind through one of the largest collections of... more »

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Ashurst Lake

Ranked #30 of 40 attractions in Flagstaff

3 reviews

• “Fish or sail?” 07/22/2012
• “Ashurst Lake - Love the area” 08/09/2010

Category: Bodies of Water

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