Attractions

Santa Fe

Palace of the Governors This is the oldest public building in the U.S. Built in the 17th-century, this Palace has a historical museum and shop which contains great Hispanic crafts you’ll want to bring home.

Museum of Fine Arts More tourists seem to flock to the O’Keeffe Museum, but this one still has its perks. It has a more diverse collection, with the New-Mexico flavor still incorporated. The Museum’s Auditorium is one of the most popular venues for classical and folk concerts in
Santa Fe.

Mesa Verde

Visit the 800-year-old cliff dwellings with these great seasonal tours:
Cliff Palace (early-April through early-November) The tour starts at the Cliff Palace overlook on the Cliff Palace Loop Road. This one-hour tour descends 100 feet to Mesa Verde's most famous cliff house. Along the way you must climb five 8-10ft ladders.

Balcony House (late-April through early-October) Tour starts at the Balcony House parking area on the Cliff Palace loop road. You have to be a bit more courageous to explore Balcony House, because on this one-hour tour you have to climb a 32ft ladder, crawl through a 12ft-long tunnel, and to get out climb a 60ft stairway carved out of a steep rock face. If you enjoy heights, this tour is for you.

Long House (Wetherill Mesa) (Memorial Day through Labor Day) Tour starts at the Wetherill Mesa Kiosk, where you take a tram to the Long House trailhead. This 90-minute tour involves climbing two 15ft ladders.

Spruce Tree House (early-November through early-March) In the winter, rangers will start tours at the Chapin Mesa Museum and lead you down to the Spruce Tree House. These tours are free of charge. During the rest of the year, Spruce Tree House is open on a self-guided tour basis.

Kayenta

Monument Valley Located on the border of Arizona and Utah, Monument Valley is part of the Navajo Reservation, the park contains a collection of monoliths and spires. A drive through the Monument Valley Scenic Road offers ultimate views of the American West. This desert valley is painted with earthy hues of red, orange and yellow and is dotted with natural sandstone formations.

Grand Canyon
Revel in the Grand Canyon’s awe-inspiring walls of layered rock.

South Rim
Grand Canyon Village This section has great views, historic buildings, and large crowds.

Desert View The historic Watchtower is a common stop for many travelers and offers an excellent viewing of the canyon and Colorado River.

Hermits Rest This clever shop/snack bar was designed to resemble a Hermit’s habitat and to fit in with the landscape of the surrounding Grand Canyon. It is made up of a mix of stone and wood.

North Rim The North Rim is a five hour drive from Grand Canyon Village. It is approximately 1,000 feet higher than the South Rim, so it features more coniferous trees and cooler temperatures. The roads to the North Rim are only open in the summer, but the in-park facilities stay open until approximately October 15, no matter what the weather is. This is a great site to explore, especially if you don’t like the crowds. You can enjoy the peace and splendor of the canyon. The main viewpoints are Bright Angel Point, Cape Royal, and Point Imperial.

Havasupai Indian Reservation This popular destination resides southwest of the park. The Havasupai Indian Reservation has been called “People of the Blue-Green Water.” Upon your entrance into the canyon you will see spectacular waterfalls. It’s not easy to get to the canyon as it is an eight-mile hike or horseback ride to Supai Village. There is helicopter service to and from the village available on a first-come basis four days a week. It’s worth your visit though seeing the extraordinary canyon below the Supai Village.

Hualapai Indian Reservation (Grand Canyon West) Grand Canyon West is a collection of sights overlooking the last few miles of Grand Canyon and the waters of the Colorado River flowing into Lake Mead. Hundreds of helicopters fly over the area to bring visitors to the canyon. The unfinished Grand Canyon Skywalk at Eagle Point should be an added bonus to the beautiful Grand Canyon West.

Zion

Zion National Park Famous for its dramatically eroded sedimentary rocks, the yellow and orange hues found throughout Zion National Park create magnificent vistas contrasted with the thick green foliage along the riverbanks.

Kolob Canyons These vibrant red canyons are the perfect destination to avoid crowds but still enjoy Zion’s natural beauty. They are situated in the northwest corner of the park with an information center at its entrance.

Zion Canyon Scenic Drive This drive leads you along a six-mile route through the park’s most fascinating formations. The drive offers terrific views of the canyon floor and Virgin River stretching up to 3,000 feet below its sandstone cliffs. The road is not open to private vehicles from mid-March to November

The Narrows A great hike for adventurers that want to explore the true depths of Zion National Park. The hike’s starting point is East Zion and it ends in Zion Canyon. This popular hike covers 16 miles in one direction (32 miles round-trip) winding along the Virgin River—and wading through it at some points!

Bryce Canyon

Bryce Canyon Byrce Canyon is known for its distinctive pink standstone, which forms awe-inspiring arches, spires, steps and bridges across the landscape.

Sunrise Point This is located near the Bryce Canyon Lodge and offers stunning views of the canyon at all times of the day, particularly at sunrise.
Inspiration Point A popular destination for photography enthuiasts with amazing views of the park. The most scenic views offer at sunset with the canyon bursting with fiery colors.

Jackson

Town Square Jackson’s Town Square is the center of action in the city. There are entry points at its four corners that are decorated with unique arches made solely from elk antlers. Mondays through Saturdays starting at 6:15pm the square hosts a staged Western shootout for tourists. Also, local retailers and galleries surround the square.

Jackson Hole Museum This museum started in 1958 with the personal collections of W.C. Lawrence. Exhibits portray the history of the the town and Jackson Hole, highlighting Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park. Artifacts on display include firearms and cultural items of settlers, Native American pottery, and tools from fur trading. The museum is located one block from the Town Square on 105 North Glenwood Street.

Grand Teton National Park Home to the Grand Teton mountain range consisting of 13 peaks. The Grand Teton rises 13,770 feet above sea level, while the 12 other peaks extend beyond 12,000 feet.

Yellowstone National Park The world’s first national park. The park was dedicated in 1872 by Theodrore Roosevelt “for the benefit and enjoyment of the people.”