Williams, Arizona is considered the Gateway to the Grand Canyon and is located approximately 1 hour from the Grand Canyon’s South Rim by car. The train ride is 2 hours and 15 minutes.

If trains are your point of interest, then this eco-friendly locomotive in the Grand Canyon is something you should experience at least once in your lifetime.

Irvin Fink Jr. and his sister, Ellen Hull, were inspired by their father to hike the Grand Canyon. At the time, Fink, now 67, ...

Three Arizona destinations are among USA TODAY's Most Treasured Views in America 2025. See why Grand Canyon, Horseshoe Bend and Chiricahua National Monument made the list. Best Arizona road trips ...

From Castles N' Coasters to Bearizona to Enchanted Island, Arizona amusement parks offer thrill rides, animal experiences and ...

Despite being a tourist destination, Williams maintains its friendly, small-town atmosphere. Tucked between rolling hills and mountains, Patagonia is a nature lover’s paradise. This tiny town of fewer ...

Snowflake’s small-town hospitality makes visitors feel like they’ve come home, even on their first visit. Tucked away in southern Arizona, Patagonia sits in a valley surrounded by mountains. This tiny ...

More amenities are available in Williams, a Route 66 town about an hour from Grand Canyon's south entrance; things to do in Williams include a historic train ride to and from the Grand Canyon.

Arizona offers diverse scenic views, from desert landscapes to canyons and pine forests. The Grand Canyon's Mather Point offers dramatic views any time of day. Chiricahua National Monument features ...