The 10 Best Things to do in Winslow, Arizona (AZ)

September 6, 2021 Diedre Savory

Winslow (Navajo: Béésh Sinil) is a city in Navajo County, Arizona, United States. According to the 2010 census, the population of the city is 9,655.
Restaurants in Winslow

1. Rock Art Canyon Ranch

Rock Art Ranch Rd, Winslow, AZ 86047-0224 +1 928-386-5047 http://www.facebook.com/Rock-Art-Ranch-1461116537510111/
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5.0 based on 142 reviews

Rock Art Canyon Ranch

Offers tours of some of the best preserved petroglyphs in the country.

Reviewed By noworries2000 - Federal Way, United States

OMG! I have travelled all over the world and this is one of the most incredible experiences of my life. Brantley Baird is a piece of living history of the West. He and his family have a 5000 acre working ranch outside of Winslow and they will happily share the history of how their family helped settle the area and show you many amazing artifacts they've kept in their family from the 1800s and early 1900s. After sharing that amazing history they will take you out and show you some of the archaeological dig sites, and let you roam the area on your own and explore the canyons with the pottery, tools, and petroglyphs from the natives who inhabited the area 9000 years ago. I spent an entire day in the canyons exploring the artifacts the natives left behind and I likely missed half of them. Call ahead and make a reservation - they keep the groups small so they can personalize the tours. Take along comfortable hiking shoes, plenty of water, a good camera, good binoculars, and a cooler of munchies. There is an excellent picnic spot above the canyon that is a great rest stop before/after you climb into the canyon. The steps are steep - not good for people who are even partially immobile. I took hundreds of pictures down in the canyon and even swam in the pools of water to cool off. Please respect the area and resist the urge to pick up pottery shards or stone tools that you will surely see walking around. The place is a national heritage site and Brantley and his family have done a great job preserving and protecting it. When you make reservations, be sure to have them text you the simple driving instructions and map that will easily guide you to the ranch (about 40 minutes outside of Winslow). Don't rely on your GPS to find the place - you will likely not find it. (Online maps and directions from search engines such as Google or Bing are wrong.) Plan to spend the day, or even ask about staying overnight. The roads driving around the ranch itself are a bit rough, so make sure your car has good tires and clearance. There is so much to explore, you won't see it all in just a few hours. Above all, these are some of the nicest people you will ever meet! Enjoy!

210 N Kinsley Ave, Winslow, AZ 86047-3618 +1 928-386-5374 https://www.facebook.com/GeminiGallery/
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Gemini Gallery

3. Arizona Indian Arts

202 E Second St, Winslow, AZ 86047-3841 +1 928-600-8776
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Arizona Indian Arts

Reviewed By GreenInsights - Perth, Australia

Need to be in Winslow on the days the shop is open but stop by for well priced fabulous treasures if it is. The display of goods is small but there is plenty of variety and probably one of the local artists on hand to explain the finer points of what you want to buy.

4. Standin' on the Corner Park

Corner of Kinsley & E 2nd St, Winslow, AZ 86047 +1 480-326-3486 [email protected] http://standinonthecorner.org/
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4.5 based on 2,187 reviews

Standin' on the Corner Park

Built in tribute to the Eagles' song "Take it Easy," this small park features a guitar-playing statue.

Reviewed By BearGuy60 - Colorado Springs, United States

What can I say, you just have to stand on the corner in Winslow, Arizona if you ever listened to the Eagles song, "Take It Easy" The town of Winslow sure took advantage of the notoriety this song gave their town. Take Exit 253, North Park Rd. off of I-40. Head south and it will turn into N. Berry Ave,until you get to I-40 Business, also called West Second St. Head east 3 blocks and Standing on the Corner Park is on the northwest corner. You really cannot miss it as there is a big Route 66 painted sign on the road in the middle of the intersection. It almost appears as a building has been tore down and the park established. Very well done, Winslow is painted on the wall of the building and the park is meant for photos, complete with a flat bed ford. It will bring a smile to your face.

5. Old Trails Museum

212 N Kinsley Ave, Winslow, AZ 86047-3618 +1 928-289-5861 [email protected] http://www.oldtrailsmuseum.org/
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4.5 based on 47 reviews

Old Trails Museum

Reviewed By JennS813 - Lodi, United States

The exhibits are wonderfully put together and informative. The museum is free, runs on donations. There are a treasure trove of artifacts of the history of Winslow, including the Harvey Girls and the "standing' on the corner" across the road. The owner is knowledgable and is more than willing to talk with you about anything you want to know. Lots of love and pride went into this place and you can see the care.

6. Little Painted Desert County Park

Painted Desert Rim Drive, Winslow, AZ
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4.5 based on 126 reviews

Little Painted Desert County Park

Reviewed By Reagan10 - Conroe, United States

I might go as far to say this is even better than Painted Desert. The place was empty and deserted...a county park that appears to have been abandon. It is definitely off the beaten path and you will miss the entrance if you don’t look carefully for it. The roads used to be paved leading you right up to and along the rim. Easily accessible by and normal sedan, SUV or pickup. Be prepared to be amazed at the incredible views. We were the sole people there...spent about an hour taking it all in.

7. ARIZONA 66 Trading Company

101 E Second St, Winslow, AZ 86047-3703 +1 928-289-1100 http://www.arizona66tc.com
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4.5 based on 24 reviews

ARIZONA 66 Trading Company

Reviewed By JanetF725 - Highlands Ranch, United States

This store always has awesome Route 66 stuff. I got a cute small bag/ purse and hubby got a neat long sleeve t shirt. Be sure to stop in after “Standing on the Corner”!

8. 9/11 Remembrance Garden

East 3rd Street and Transcon Lane, Winslow, AZ 86047 http://winslowarizona.org/visiting-winslow/
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4.5 based on 86 reviews

9/11 Remembrance Garden

Reviewed By 888RobertB888 - Sylacauga, United States

What is there to say that can't be seen in the picture? Two pieces of steel from the Twin Towers. So little that silently speaks volumes.

9. La Posada’s Unique Gift Shops

303 E Second St Route 66, Winslow, AZ 86047-3941 +1 928-289-4366 http://laposada.org/gifts.html
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4.5 based on 42 reviews

La Posada’s Unique Gift Shops

Reviewed By 906beckyv - Norcross, United States

Neat gift shop in the hotel. Very historic. Unusual and expensive gifts here from Southwest. Nice to walk through

10. First Street Pathway Park

W 1st St, Winslow, AZ 86047
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4.5 based on 20 reviews

First Street Pathway Park

Reviewed By loveharleyrider - Martin, United States

I learned of this at this at the Welcome Center in Winslow and it is worth seeing to enjoy the talent of the man that carved it and just to enjoy it for the meaning of it. Glad I saw it.

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