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Flagstaff 3-Day Itinerary
The perfect long weekend in Flagstaff. Three days of must-see attractions, local favorites, and insider tips — from $70 to $350 per day.
Trip Overview
Duration
3 Days
Best Time
May to October
Budget Cost
$210
Mid-Range
$450
1
Day 1
Historic Route 66 downtown
Historic Route 66 downtown, Lowell Observatory evening program, Flagstaff Brewing
Estimated cost: $150 (mid-range)
2
Day 2
Grand Canyon South Rim: Bright Angel Trail
Grand Canyon South Rim: Bright Angel Trail, Mather Point, Desert View watchtower
Estimated cost: $150 (mid-range)
3
Day 3
Walnut Canyon National Monument
Walnut Canyon National Monument, Wupatki Pueblo ruins, Sunset Crater Volcano
Estimated cost: $150 (mid-range)
Total 3-Day Cost Estimate
Budget
$210
$70/day x 3 days
Mid-Range
$450
$150/day x 3 days
Luxury
$1050
$350/day x 3 days
Insider Tips
- ✓Drive to the Grand Canyon South Rim in 90 minutes — far fewer crowds than going from Las Vegas
- ✓Lowell Observatory discovered Pluto here and offers nightly stargazing programs for all ages
- ✓Flagstaff is a certified Dark Sky City — drive 20 minutes out of town for extraordinary naked-eye stargazing
- ✓The Flagstaff Ale Trail covers 15 breweries — pick up a passport at the visitor center
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