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The Old West

Not only did some of the Wild West's most famous events happen right here, but countless preserved towns, cities, and sites continue to tell the Old West story.

The Old West

Before statehood, the Arizona Territory was home to some of the most feared outlaws and respected lawmen who walked the streets—from Bisbee's Brewery Gulch to Prescott's Whiskey Row. During its heyday as a tough mining town, the New York Times called Tombstone's Birdcage Theater, "the wildest, roughest, wickedest honky-tonk between Basin Street and the Barbary Coast," while the New York Sun once labeled Jerome, another mining town, the "wickedest town in the West."

Wicked or not, these towns still have character and charm that’s a must for experiencing first-hand.

Across the state, the Old West lives on in Arizona. Wherever you go, you'll find an Old West that's still very much alive, with countless historic hotels, quaint shops, and more. You'll also discover plenty of attractions—including tours and reenactments—to keep the whole family engaged.

Start your trip in Southern Arizona, home to Tombstone, Bisbee, and Douglas.

Imagine the sound of spurs clicking as you walk the same streets where Doc Holliday and Wyatt Earp once walked. You'll also want to make time for Wickenburg, in Central Arizona, as well as Jerome and Prescott—two towns connected by 30 miles of hair-raising bends and turns along Highway 89A—in the central area of Arizona known as the Verde Valley.

Heritage & Culture

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Not Your Grandpa’s Rodeo

Heritage & Culture

Not Your Grandpa’s Rodeo

10 rodeos that shaped Arizona history and culture

Nostalgic Arizona: Step Back in Time at these Historic Gems

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Nostalgic Arizona: Step Back in Time at these Historic Gems

Travel back in time for nostalgic visits to a family-owned candy company, an Old West town, a fully-restored 1800s Victorian house and more.

Historic Hotels of Arizona

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Historic Hotels of Arizona

From the heart of city centers to remote outposts, Arizona’s historic hotels mix colorful origin stories with creature comforts.

A Sampling of Arizona's Dude Ranches

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A Sampling of Arizona's Dude Ranches

See Arizona's Western landscape as it was meant to be seen—from atop a horse. Leave your plugged-in life behind for the quiet of Arizona's...

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American Gold Prospecting Adventures

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American Gold Prospecting Adventures

We have a great team of gold prospecting guides to make your experience one to remember. We provide all the equipment and teach you...

Arizona Heritage Center at Papago Park

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Arizona Heritage Center at Papago Park

The Arizona Heritage Center features exhibits spanning more than 100 years of central Arizona's history and introduces visitors to the life...

Arizona History Museum, Tucson

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Arizona History Museum, Tucson

Experience the stories and artifacts of Arizona personalities such as Geronimo and Wyatt Earp, as well as Emperor and Empress Maximilian...

Arizona National Livestock Show

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Arizona National Livestock Show

Agriculture plays a vital role in both the history and economics of Arizona. Recent government statistics estimate Arizona agriculture is...

Bumble Bee Ranch Adventures

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Bumble Bee Ranch Adventures

Bumble Bee Ranch is a working guest ranch and horse motel available to the public for western adventure. We are ranked as a 5-star horse...

Colorado River Museum

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Colorado River Museum

Through photographs, dioramas and displays, the museum encompasses the history of the Bullhead City area from steamboats on the Colorado...

Country Thunder Arizona

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Country Thunder Arizona

Country Thunder is a music festival brand that hosts several concerts in North America each year. They have operated festivals in Wisconsin...

Crown King Saloon & Cafe

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Crown King Saloon & Cafe

The historic Crown King Saloon & Cafe is the oldest continuously operated Saloon in the state of Arizona and has been open for 110...

Desert Caballeros Western Museum

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Desert Caballeros Western Museum

A dream come true for all ages, our exhibitions and free guidePORT audio tours tell the fascinating stories of the American West! At the...

Fort Lowell Museum

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Fort Lowell Museum

The Fort Lowell Museum offers unique exhibits and hands-on activities for adults, families, and children...and it's pet-friendly too!...

Gold King Mine and Ghost Town

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Gold King Mine and Ghost Town

The Gold King Mine and Ghost Town is a time capsule, of sorts -- home to many of the original buildings and equipment from the town's...

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