Be aware, the Oak Creek section is a steep and narrow paved road, with switchbacks, that can be very busy on holidays and weekends during the high season.įrom Flagstaff, you can either take Interstate 40 West to 64 North, which is the fastest route, or Hwy 180 North to 64 North for a more scenic option. The most scenic option on the way to the Grand Canyon is to drive north on Highway 17, breaking off at Highway 179 to 89A to see the red rock scenery of Sedona, and then drive through scenic Oak Creek Canyon to Flagstaff. You can do this drive as a quick there-and-back trip along the interstates or plan a few detours and turn the trip into a loop. If you have time for only one day trip from Phoenix and have not seen it before, you should definitely make time to visit the Grand Canyon.įrom Phoenix, by car, this trip takes a full-day, but the drive is spectacular. The Grand Canyon is the most visited natural attraction in the Southwestern USA and one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Some of these places, particularly those to the north, can also be combined if you want to turn a half-day trip into a full-day trip.Įnjoy some short getaways with our list of the best day trips from Phoenix. If you have more than just a day, you can easily turn these day trips into weekend getaways. Excursions from Phoenix can range from a full-day Grand Canyon outing to a half-day scenic drive to a nearby town for lunch.
If you are flying into the city or if you simply don't want to bother with a car, you can also take organized tours to some of the best places to visit around Phoenix. From here, you can easily day trip to some of the most scenic landscapes in Arizona, along with historic towns and popular attractions. Phoenix is a wonderful city to explore but it also makes a good base for touring around the Southwest.
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