Day Trips from Grand Canyon

Explore Nearby Cities, Tours & Attractions in Northern Arizona and Beyond

The Grand Canyon may feel remote, but it's surrounded by vibrant towns, scenic routes, and cultural gems that make excellent day trips. Whether you're staying near the South Rim, North Rim, or Grand Canyon West, you’ll find adventure and variety just a short drive away.

How Far Are Day Trips from the Grand Canyon?

The Grand Canyon region spans hundreds of miles, and travel times vary depending on where you start and which rim you're visiting. On average, expect round-trip day trips to take between 2 and 8 hours. With smart planning, you can visit iconic nearby cities while making the most of your Grand Canyon adventure.

Top Cities for Grand Canyon Day Trips

Tusayan, AZ (6 miles from South Rim Entrance)

Located just outside the South Entrance, Tusayan is the closest town to the Grand Canyon. Visitors can enjoy the Grand Canyon IMAX theater, helicopter tours, dining, and seasonal shuttles into the park.

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Williams, AZ (60 miles / 1 hour to South Rim)

This Route 66 town offers a nostalgic experience with the historic Grand Canyon Railway, Bearizona Wildlife Park, and vintage Western charm. A perfect family-friendly stop with a direct rail line to the South Rim.

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Flagstaff, AZ (90 miles / 1.5 hours to South Rim)

Flagstaff is the largest nearby city and a hub for outdoor recreation. With its airport, historic downtown, breweries, and proximity to the South Rim, it’s a great base for exploring all of Northern Arizona.

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Sedona, AZ (110 miles / 2 hours to South Rim)

Sedona is renowned for its red rock formations, vortex sites, and thriving arts scene. Many Grand Canyon day tours depart from here, offering an inspiring and rejuvenating start to your canyon visit.

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Las Vegas, NV (125 miles / 2.5 hours to West Rim)

Las Vegas is the closest major city to Grand Canyon West and the famous Skywalk. Tour operators offer same-day bus, helicopter, and airplane tours from the Strip to the West Rim.

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Benefits of Staying Outside the Park for Grand Canyon Day Trips

Whether you're based in Tusayan, Sedona, or Las Vegas, your Grand Canyon experience can extend far beyond the canyon itself. Exploring the surrounding towns and landscapes reveals even more of the Southwest’s natural beauty and cultural richness.

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Mountain Modern

Your Sedona Basecamp for Adventure.
Our recently expanded Sedona hotel has all you need for the ultimate Sedona vacation. From an outdoor heated pool and hot tub to a bike repair station to keep you in tip-top shape, fire pits perfect for congregating, and The Den, o
Your Sedona Basecamp for Adventure.
Our recently expanded Sedona hotel has all you need for the ultimate Sedona vacation. From an outdoor heated pool and hot tub to a bike repair station to keep you in tip-top shape, fire pits perfect for congregating, and The Den, offering all day dining options, grab-and-go, and a full bar, we have all you’ll need and then some.
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Briar Patch Inn - South Rim

Briar Patch Inn is the #1 Ranked B&B in AZ since 2011 and has received Trip Advisor's Certificate of Excellence
The Briar Patch Inn features 19 cabins situated on 9 lush acres in Oak Creek Canyon, just 3 miles north of Sedona. Each individual cabin is dressed in

Briar Patch Inn is the #1 Ranked B&B in AZ since 2011 and has received Trip Advisor's Certificate of Excellence
The Briar Patch Inn features 19 cabins situated on 9 lush acres in Oak Creek Canyon, just 3 miles north of Sedona. Each individual cabin is dressed in distinctly different southwestern decor. The lush grounds - home to wildlife, birds, and two resident sheep - showcase rambling walking paths, canyon oaks, giant pines, and sycamores, all providing the perfect setting to nurture your relationship with nature. Healthy, bountiful, homemade breakfasts are offered by the creek in spring and summer and by the lodge fireplaces in fall and winter. An attentive, longtime staff strives to provide a quality of fine service that is the hallmark of this "magical" sanctuary. A Fodor's Choice and a Frommer's favorite.


Fun 66 Tours

Your unforgettable Route 66 adventure begins in Williams, AZ, known as the Gateway to the Grand Canyon. This charming town was once a bustling stop on the Mother Road before I-40 bypassed it, leaving the town to find new ways to survive. This unique story of small-town resilience is part o
Your unforgettable Route 66 adventure begins in Williams, AZ, known as the Gateway to the Grand Canyon. This charming town was once a bustling stop on the Mother Road before I-40 bypassed it, leaving the town to find new ways to survive. This unique story of small-town resilience is part of what makes your journey so special, and along the way, you’ll learn all about the real-life inspiration for the Disney movie Cars. Meet the beloved Tow Mater for a fun photo op and see where the magic of Radiator Springs was born. Still more you’ll See Grand Canyon Caverns, learn of the Natives still living in Grand Canyon and much more!

Oak Creek Terrace Resort - Sedona

Escape to Oak Creek Canyon among the red rocks and tranquility of Oak Creek. We are the perfect couple's getaway with in-room fireplaces and jetted Jacuzzis. Made to order for honeymoons and anniversaries, this Sedona, Arizona resort also offers great family fun by the creek in double hamm
Escape to Oak Creek Canyon among the red rocks and tranquility of Oak Creek. We are the perfect couple's getaway with in-room fireplaces and jetted Jacuzzis. Made to order for honeymoons and anniversaries, this Sedona, Arizona resort also offers great family fun by the creek in double hammocks, swings, barbecues, and picnic areas. Cadaybins, bungalows, and family units available. Come stay with us!
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586 reviews

Small Group Antelope Canyon Day Trip from Phoenix

Benefit from a full-day tour from Phoenix to Antelope Canyon to see more of Arizona’s natural beauty. Take in Route 66, Flagstaff, the San Francisco Peaks, Lake Powell, and a Navajo Trading Post on the way to Antelope Canyon. Then explore Antelope Canyon with a Navajo guide, and see the

Benefit from a full-day tour from Phoenix to Antelope Canyon to see more of Arizona’s natural beauty. Take in Route 66, Flagstaff, the San Francisco Peaks, Lake Powell, and a Navajo Trading Post on the way to Antelope Canyon. Then explore Antelope Canyon with a Navajo guide, and see the Colorado River from the Horseshoe Bend Overlook. Meals and hotel pickup and drop-off are included. Choose between a small-group or private tour.


Grand Canyon South Rim Tour from Phoenix & Scottsdale with Sedona

Journey through stunning Arizona landscapes on this full-day tour from the Phoenix-Scottsdale area. Visit the Grand Canyon and explore Route 66 with an expert guide who handles all the driving and logistics, leaving you free to soak in the incredible scenery. Explore highlights of the Gran
Journey through stunning Arizona landscapes on this full-day tour from the Phoenix-Scottsdale area. Visit the Grand Canyon and explore Route 66 with an expert guide who handles all the driving and logistics, leaving you free to soak in the incredible scenery. Explore highlights of the Grand Canyon, and drive through the Sonoran Desert on this small-group tour. With numbers limited to 13 participants, you can enjoy a more intimate experience of the Southwest's natural beauty. Choose between a small-group or private option.

Junipine Resort

Junipine Resort is the perfect location for small business meetings or a family vacation. Our secluded creekside setting is the perfect retreat from the hectic pace of our every day world. Enjoy coffee on your private Sedona, Arizona hotel room patio watching the sunrise over the Red Rocks
Junipine Resort is the perfect location for small business meetings or a family vacation. Our secluded creekside setting is the perfect retreat from the hectic pace of our every day world. Enjoy coffee on your private Sedona, Arizona hotel room patio watching the sunrise over the Red Rocks. Slide Rock State Park is adjacent to our resort, and Sedona is just 8 miles away.

Roam America Horseshoe Bend

Roam America Horseshoe Bend is the newest modern campground in Page, Arizona. Stay in modern cabins or deluxe RV sites. Amenities include a swimming pool, paw park, fire pits, on-site dining at Sun Café, a Lodge with a coffee bar and store, new bathhouses, and adjacent hiking, biking, and
Roam America Horseshoe Bend is the newest modern campground in Page, Arizona. Stay in modern cabins or deluxe RV sites. Amenities include a swimming pool, paw park, fire pits, on-site dining at Sun Café, a Lodge with a coffee bar and store, new bathhouses, and adjacent hiking, biking, and UTV trails. Located minutes from Horseshoe Bend, Antelope Canyon, and Lake Powell. Visit Roam America Horseshoe Bend to book your adventure.

Pink Jeep Tours

Enjoy first-class comfort with a passionate tour guide to the Grand Canyon's stunning West Rim. Travel by Tour Trekker and transform your trip into the experience of a lifetime, creating memories of the history, geology and more from expert guides.

Best Grand Canyon Day Tour

Voted on Trip Advisor as the most popular Grand Canyon day tour. This is the best way to enjoy the Grand Canyon without doing any strenuous hiking. Nearly five million people come to see the Canyon each year and many spend much of their time trying to figure out what to do. Our professi

Voted on Trip Advisor as the most popular Grand Canyon day tour. This is the best way to enjoy the Grand Canyon without doing any strenuous hiking. Nearly five million people come to see the Canyon each year and many spend much of their time trying to figure out what to do. Our professional guides will make sure you get the most out of your trip. While touring in comfort you will learn about the geology and history of one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. The day tour includes short walks to some incredible "less-used" outlooks, a looking into some of the areas most impressive historic buildings, and time to browse resident art galleries and gift shops.


Sedona Tour from Phoenix & Scottsdale

Tour the magical red rocks of Sedona and visit Native American ruins during this Sedona Tour from Phoenix & Scottsdale. Highlights include spending the day surrounded by the stunning red rock landscapes of Sedona, see ancient Sinagua cliff dwellings at Montezuma Castle National Monument

Tour the magical red rocks of Sedona and visit Native American ruins during this Sedona Tour from Phoenix & Scottsdale. Highlights include spending the day surrounded by the stunning red rock landscapes of Sedona, see ancient Sinagua cliff dwellings at Montezuma Castle National Monument. Visit Bell Rock, Airport Mesa and Chapel of the Holy Cross. Options available for shopping, galleries, restaurants in Uptown or T'laquapaque and off-road Jeep tours or guided hike add-ons.


Canyon Villa Bed & Breakfast Inn Of Sedona

Canyon Villa Bed and Breakfast of Sedona offers breathtaking views of the Iconic Bell Rock and Courthouse Butte. One of the few remaining Bed & Breakfasts in the area, we offer a full-service gourmet breakfast in our spacious dining room or poolside in our lush courtyard amidst the grande
Canyon Villa Bed and Breakfast of Sedona offers breathtaking views of the Iconic Bell Rock and Courthouse Butte. One of the few remaining Bed & Breakfasts in the area, we offer a full-service gourmet breakfast in our spacious dining room or poolside in our lush courtyard amidst the grandeur of the Sedona landscape. Situated in the quiet community of The Village of Oak Creek, this intimate Inn offers an escape from touristy vibes, an easy walk to the famed Bell Rock and Court house hiking trails, casual dining and incredible star gazing. Canyon Villa’s location is perfect as a home base, whether you’re headed to the corner of Winslow, Arizona, The Grand Canyon, Old Cottonwood or Jerome. This “adults only” Bed & Breakfast offers a relaxing atmosphere to relax, reflect and recharge.
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