Phoenix. The state capital surprises with numerous places of interest. Fans of original architecture will appreciate the city’s 20-story City Hall made of metal and glass, the Herberger Theater Center. If you want to admire rare desert plants, head to the Botanical Gardens. The Metro City Mall offers great shopping and exciting entertainment for adults and children. Don’t miss Phoenix’s original landmark, Scorpion Gorge, created by a common Arizonan, William Lunsford.
Tucson. One of the most popular tourist cities in Arizona. For example, you can visit the unique historic El Presidio neighborhood, built up with buildings in the Spanish-Mexican and Anglo-American styles. Tucson is home to interesting museums, including the Pima Air and Space Museum and the International Wildlife Museum. Visit the amazing Sugaro National Park, called the “cactus forest.” Fans of Wild West movies can take a tour of the Old Tucson Studios, where many famous westerns were filmed.
Sedona. One of Arizona’s most beautiful cities is known for its many natural attractions. These include the majestic Cathedral Rock, which is considered a symbol of the city; the stunning Oak Creek Canyon; the incredible Holy Cross Chapel on a rocky plateau; and Bell Rock, a bell-shaped rock. Stroll through the old part of Uptown Sedona, where galleries, boutiques, souvenir shops, cafes and restaurants can be found. Not far from the city is the Energy Vortex District, considered one of the energy centers on the planet.
Flagstaff. A city in the northern part of the state, near the San Francisco Pikes mountain range. Take a trip to the Museum of Northern Arizona, where you can learn about indigenous history, life and everyday life. Don’t miss such amazing sites as Walnut Canyon, Volcano National Monument, the Wapatki Preserve, and the Barringer Meteor Crater. Experience the early 20th century atmosphere at the Riordan Mansion, ski down the slope of the old San Francisco Volcano. Don’t miss your chance to admire the celestial bodies at the famous Lowell Observatory.
Paige. An oasis in the desert located on the Colorado Plateau. The city is called the “gateway to the attractions of northern Arizona.” It is surrounded by many incredible places – the fantastic bend in the Colorado River called the Horseshoe, the red-headed Antelope Canyon, the famous Navajo arch bridge over the Colorado River, the beautiful Lake Powell.