Arizona’s Cities & Towns

Arizona’s cities and towns offer a treasure trove of distinctive experiences worth discovering. Many visitors find it easiest to start their trip in one of Arizona's larger urban areas before branching out to nearby communities.

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Cities & Towns

Arizona’s cities and towns offer a treasure trove of distinctive experiences worth discovering. Many visitors find it easiest to start their trip in one of Arizona's larger urban areas before branching out to nearby communities.

3 GreaT cities, endless Adventures

The three major cities of Phoenix, Tucson and Flagstaff are great jumping off points to amazing experiences throughout the state — vibrant urban cultures, mountain-town adventures and Wild West history.

Phoenix

Phoenix, Arizona’s capital, is vast and includes Scottsdale’s resorts, Tempe’s college vibes, artsy Mesa and Glendale’s sports hub. Located in the Sonoran Desert, it’s a great base for Grand Canyon trips, with convenient flights from Sky Harbor Airport.

Flagstaff

Grab your skis and boots for a trip to this charming mountain city. Flagstaff, Arizona, is an outdoor playground with many trails and parks. For craft beer lovers, the Flagstaff Ale Trail is a great option. In these woods, enjoy skiing through snow; hike to Arizona’s highest peak or to the Grand Canyon nearby.

Tucson

Tucson, known as the Old Pueblo, is famous for its Spanish architecture, Mexican culture and UNESCO’s first City of Gastronomy. The desert landscape features iconic saguaro cacti and mountains. Enjoy hiking, then explore downtown's boutiques, restaurants and nightclubs.

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