Ultimate 3-Day Flagstaff Itinerary: Best Things to Do & See

Start your adventure at Historic Downtown Flagstaff. Stroll among 19th-century buildings, quirky shops, vibrant murals, and learn the town’s railroad history in this lively district.

Historic Downtown Flagstaff

Grab a delicious breakfast at MartAnne’s Breakfast Palace, a local favorite known for spicy Mexican-style breakfasts and colorful décor.

MartAnne’s Breakfast Palace

Explore the hands-on exhibits and historic telescopes at Lowell Observatory, where Pluto was discovered and stargazing is a Flagstaff tradition.

Lowell Observatory

Dine at Diablo Burger, an eco-friendly burger joint famous for local grass-fed beef and creative toppings in a cozy brick courtyard.

Diablo Burger

Cap off your night with a local pint and live music at Historic Brewing Company, Flagstaff’s celebrated craft brewery with a laid-back vibe.

Historic Brewing Company

Begin with awe-inspiring ruins at Wupatki National Monument, where centuries-old pueblos reveal the legacy of the ancient Sinagua people amid the red rock landscape.

Wupatki National Monument

Continue your discovery at Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument, where you can hike through lava fields and pine forest at the site of Arizona’s youngest volcano.

Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument

Refuel with a fresh, healthy lunch at Wildflower Bread Company, offering homemade soups, salads, and sandwiches in a bright, airy setting.

Wildflower Bread Company

Take a sunset walk or easy bike ride along the Flagstaff Urban Trail System, a scenic network winding through ponderosa pine forests and open meadows right in town.

Flagstaff Urban Trail System

For dinner, try the cozy alpine atmosphere and wood-fired pizzas at Fat Olive's Wood Fired Pizzeria, a local gem for authentic Italian fare.

Fat Olive's Wood Fired Pizzeria

Ascend Arizona’s highest peak on the Arizona Snowbowl Scenic Gondola for sweeping views of the San Francisco Peaks and distant Grand Canyon on clear days.

Arizona Snowbowl

Step back in time on Historic Route 66; snap photos at vintage neon signs, classic diners, and the iconic mural at the intersection of San Francisco St and Route 66.

Historic Route 66

Refuel at the retro-cool Galaxy Diner for classic American burgers, shakes, and a blast of 1950s nostalgia right on Route 66.

Galaxy Diner

Wander the forested trails and creekside meadows at Buffalo Park, a local favorite for sunset walks with panoramic mountain views.

Buffalo Park

End your Flagstaff adventure with creative Southwestern cuisine and craft cocktails at Tinderbox Kitchen, a beloved bistro with a cozy, upscale vibe.

Tinderbox Kitchen