The 10 Best Things to Do in Jerome, United States

February 16, 2018 Madelene Haan

Jerome is a town in the Black Hills of Yavapai County in the U.S. state of Arizona. Founded in the late 19th century on Cleopatra Hill overlooking the Verde Valley, it is more than 5,000 feet (1,500 m) above sea level. It is about 100 miles (160 km) north of Phoenix along State Route 89A between Sedona and Prescott. Supported in its heyday by rich copper mines, it was home to more than 10,000 people in the 1920s. As of the 2010 census, its population was 444.
Restaurants in Jerome

502 North Main Street, Jerome, AZ 86331 +1 928-639-4276
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4.5 based on 107 reviews

Jerome Artists Cooperative Gallery

Housed in the historic old Hotel Jerome, this impressive artists' cooperative showcases the works of more than 30 local artists from the Verde Valley area.

Reviewed By CATTSAR - Provincetown, Massachusetts

his was a spectacular find. In all honesty I started in to use the restroom but was immediately taken back by what I found. The first thing that struck be was the bright space and the bold colors of the first works of art to catch...MoreWe are so glad you enjoyed our gallery!!!

2. Arizona Copper Art Museum

849 Main St, Clarkdale, AZ 86324 +1 928-649-1858
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Arizona Copper Art Museum

--Winner of the Arizona Tourism Award!-- The Copper Art Museum is one of the most interesting in the USA, purposely located in the former copper town of Clarkdale - a USA City Beautiful Movement town founded in 1912. Clarkdale was built by Senator W. A. Clark "America's Copper King." The collection on display is massive with over 5000 artifacts and hundreds dating to the 1500-1800's, Galleries; Special Historical Information, Military Art, Art and Architecture, Kitchen Collection, Drinking Collection and Winery and Distillery Collection. You will be amazed by this museum!

Reviewed By Jeanne G - Needham

Small museum on the main road in Clarkdale, near Jerome. Too much info to absorb on one visit. Fascinating story of Trench Art from World Wars. Want to revisit.

3. Jerome State Historic Park

100 Douglas Road, Jerome, AZ 86331 +1 928-634-5381
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4.5 based on 461 reviews

Jerome State Historic Park

The Douglas Mansion has been an eye-catching landmark in Jerome since 1916, when James S. Douglas built it on the hill just above his Little Daisy Mine. This former home is now a museum devoted to the history of the Jerome area and the Douglas family. The museum features photographs, artifacts and minerals in addition to a video presentation and a 3-D model of the town with its underground mines. There are more displays outside along with a picnic area offering a beautiful panoramic view of the Verde Valley.

Reviewed By ArizonaJIMandJILL - Arizona

This is a must stop on your way up the hill to Jerome. The 25 minute move gives you an excellent overview of Jerome's history. Plus, this home (The Douglas Mansion) is a unique experience in and of itself when you realize the era of when a family lived in this lovely home. The view is spectacular as well!.

4. Douglas Mansion

Route 89A, Jerome, Jerome, AZ +1 520-634-5381
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4.5 based on 188 reviews

Douglas Mansion

This former home of a mining baron became a state park and a museum in 1965.

Reviewed By Don49680 - Winston Salem, North Carolina

Part of State Park and a fee per person to visit. Rooms of the original mansion now house museum displays. Only a couple of rooms have the original furniture and use such as a bedroom and a bathroom. Museum is quite nice with lots of displays of mining techniques and other historical information on the town.

5. Jerome Historical Society Mine Museum

200 Main St, Jerome, AZ 8631 +1 520-634-1066
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Jerome Historical Society Mine Museum

Houses a collection of minerals and provides information about Jerome's mining past.

Reviewed By CATTSAR - Provincetown, Massachusetts

This is proof that good things come in small packages. In spite of the small space the museum delivers a good, comprehensive look at Jerome's history as a mining town. Compact and easy to follow this is a quick way to learn about Jerome. Less than an hour is needed to go through. Two dollars gets you in, $1 if you are over 60. 

6. Audrey Headframe Park

Douglas Road, Jerome, AZ
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4.5 based on 113 reviews

Audrey Headframe Park

Reviewed By Don49680 - Winston Salem, North Carolina

It is free to visit this attraction. Not much to see except for the headframe (raises and lowers things into the mine shaft) and then the highlight is standing on the glass cover of the 1,900 foot deep mine shaft. Can't really see that far into the shaft unless you have a strong flashlight.

7. Caduceus Cellars

158 Main St, Jerome, AZ 86331-9997 +1 928-639-9463
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Caduceus Cellars

Reviewed By Cypriotqueen

My mother and I stopped in for a wine tasting while visiting Jerome. I have a sweet palette, but was still able to enjoy my visit. My favorite wine was the Judith orange Malvasia. A gentleman waited on us and was full of knowledge. We had great conversation and he thanked us for coming in and for the conversation. I'm happy I stopped in here and had someone cool to talk to. This establishment was really nice! I was unaware that tools lead singer Maynard owned this place-but I found it cool because I've seen them in concert and enjoy his music.

250 Hull Ave, Jerome, AZ 86331-0552 +1 928-639-0239
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Raku Gallery

Reviewed By Prescott2007 - Prescott, Arizona

We dropped by Raku Gallery when in Jerome last week. We wanted to show some visitors the view from the rear window of the shop and as in the past were not disappointed. Quite a view of Sedona and the Verde Valley. Lots of interesting art work to see (and purchase if so inclined). The wooden tables were stunning as were the jelly fish pieces. Great place to visit.

9. Cellar 433

240 Hull Ave, Jerome, AZ 86331 +1 928-634-7033
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Cellar 433

Reviewed By ChicagoAlleyCat - Chicago

We were passing through Jerome and stopped here based on a recommendation. Very comfortable space with an awesome view. We only had time for a tasting but bought a couple of bottles of wine to enjoy later. If we lived closer, we would be hanging...MoreThank you so much for making us a part of your journey!

10. Gold King Mine Museum and Ghost Town

1000 Perkinsville Rd, Jerome, AZ 86331 +1 928-634-0053
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Gold King Mine Museum and Ghost Town

$ 5.00 PER PERSON. This was the little town of Haynes Az . A suburb of (Jerome Billion Dollar Copper Camp). They mined gold here from 1890 to 1914. The mine shaft goes down 1270 ft. You can view it but you can not go down in it. We do offer gold or gem panning .The tour is self guided with the employees performing exhibits such as 1914 gas Whitte saw mill, black Smith making knives etc. , various antique engines and mining equipment demonstrations. You can walk through some of the old buildings such as dentist, school, assay, etc. They are filled with old antiques. There is a unique collection of antique trucks, cars , motorcycles ( varies types of vintage transportation). The kids love our petting zoo ( Pedro the donkey is world famous .) There are mini goats, Bella the mini pig, chickens and Miss Bessie the orphan calf.) Great country gift shop with unique gifts. Also have a wood working shop and a old time garage were restorations of these antique vehicles go on.

Reviewed By Naomi K

Trip Advisor needs to update info on this. The gentleman who started the mine has passed and it's now owned by his Daughter. What it amounts to is lots of vehicles came here to die a rusty death. I found it interesting that people volunteer their time to work on engines and get them running keeping a little bit of history running. A small petting zoo is there. You can purchase a bag of corn and food pellets for $1.00. If you haven't been, it's worth the modest cost to see.

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