6 Must-See Arizona Attractions for Your Next Group Trip

It’s no secret that the Grand Canyon is Arizona’s greatest tourist attraction. According to the United States National Park Service, 6,254,238 visitors explored the Grand Canyon in 2017.

While this geological wonder is rightfully the most popular tourist destination in the state, Arizona is home to many other fascinating and fun places to explore as well. Here are 6 Arizona attractions other than the Grand Canyon you should make time for on your group trip.

Tombstone

Relive the dusty glamour of the Old West in the historic town of Tombstone, Arizona. Born from a boom supported by local silver mines, Tombstone also served as the background for law and order legends Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday. Today, the town features an array of authentic attractions for your travel group to enjoy.

• Visit museums dedicated to the gunfighters of the Old West.
• See live reenactments of famous gun battles in history.
• Go to the 10 most haunted places in Tombstone during a spooky nighttime tour.
• Explore a real silver mine.

Tombstone offers family-friendly fun that’s appropriate for everyone in your group.

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Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park

Located on tribal lands, Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park features some of the most breathtaking natural formations in the world. Multi-hued sandstone towers, called monuments, dot the desert landscape and have served as the backdrop in countless movie productions. Drive the monuments on a Jeep tour or explore the area on your own time. On-site eateries, RV parking, and premium lodgings are available to make your stay even more magical.

Water and Amusement Parks

If your group needs help reviving themselves after too many days in the desert, they’ll probably be thrilled to visit one of the many water and amusement parks across the state. Historically-themed amusement parks include:

• McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park
• Trail Dust Town
• Old Tucson
• Castles n Coasters

Schedule a day at one of these Arizona attractions to change up the pace on longer trips.

Walpi Village

Witness life from another time in one of the oldest continuously inhabited villages in North America. Native Hopis still call Walpi home, with many of them choosing to honor their ancestors by living without electricity and other modern conveniences. Delve into the unique culture of the area with local crafts, music, and food. Walpi is truly an only-in-Arizona experience.

Kartchner Caverns State Park

Discover natural beauty hidden deep beneath the earth in Kartchner Caverns. One of the most mysterious Arizona attractions, this giant cave contains some of the most unusual rock and mineral formations in the world. Picnic areas, campgrounds, and a discovery center also make this a nice side trip on your next group excursion.

Hoover Dam

Nestled at the intersection between Arizona and Nevada, the Hoover Dam is a massive concrete structure that generates nearly 4 billion kilowatt-hours of renewable electricity every year. The dam also provides irrigation water to millions of homes, businesses, and agricultural operations. Daily tours of the power plant and dam facilities are a quick educational excursion if your group travel takes you through the area.