Northern Arizona University Travel Guide
Tourist Guide


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Northern Arizona University
Explore the campus of Northern Arizona University during your trip to Flagstaff. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Arizona Snowbowl
Hit the slopes at Arizona Snowbowl during your trip to Flagstaff. Take in the lively festivals and mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Lowell Observatory
This observatory is famous for discovering the dwarf planet Pluto and features many educational activities, historic telescopes and events for visitors.

Meteor Crater
Study a massive impact crater, created by a meteorite in the northern Arizona desert that hit earth about 50,000 years ago.

Walnut Canyon National Monument
Explore the great outdoors at Walnut Canyon National Monument and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Flagstaff. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the hiking trails.

Flagstaff Extreme
Enjoy a trip to Flagstaff Extreme and popular activities such as hiking in Flagstaff. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Activities

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona

Grand Canyon South Rim Full-Day Self-Guided Tour

Flagstaff's Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Flagstaff Haunted History Tour
Our pick of the best Northern Arizona University Hotel Deals

Drury Inn & Suites Flagstaff
This was the most outstanding hotel we stayed at during our week-long cross-country trip. Every person at the hotel was pleasant and helpful and we had never experienced a free evening dinner with drinks setup at any hotel until this one. We will definitely come back again.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Little America Flagstaff
Exceeded our expectations! The grounds are immaculately maintained, the room was updated and very comfortable. We had a first floor room with a garden view. We ate dinner at the restaurant which had great food and cocktails but very pricey. The next morning we did the 1.6 mile nature hike. We wish ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Junipine Resort
Wonderful staff both with front end staff and the cleaning crew all were such a pleasure to be around. Property is super clean and relaxing the little short 2 min walk down to the creek makes it even better. Would definitely recommend for someone to get a nice get away from phx speed of life
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Hotel Aspen InnSuites Flagstaff/Grand Canyon
The lights and outlets didnt work. Pillows were substandard. Bathroom door didn't shut. Outside door also didnt shut all the way.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Flagstaff
It was a good sleeper place nothing special about it it's like a motel or a quick low key spot mainly for sleeping and showering and budgeting.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

High Country Motor Lodge – Near NAU/Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Northern Arizona University

Pine Knoll
While Pine Knoll may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Walkup Skydome and Flagstaff City Hall.

Woodlands Village
Woodlands Village might not have many top sights, but Walkup Skydome and Flagstaff Extreme are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Southside
Though Southside may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Flagstaff City Hall and Walkup Skydome.

La Plaza Vieja
While there might not be top attractions in La Plaza Vieja, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Flagstaff City Hall and Lowell Observatory.

Downtown Flagstaff
If you're spending some time in Downtown Flagstaff, Heritage Square and Orpheum Theater are top sights worth seeing.

Boulder Point
Though Boulder Point may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Flagstaff Extreme and Walkup Skydome.


