Historic Downtown and Railroad District Reviews

Flagstaff CVB

Key Info

1 Historic Rte 66
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Official Website

Details

Neighborhood/Area Type
2 hours to Half Day Time to Spend

4.6

Overall

Scorecard

Value

5.0
Food Scene

4.5
Atmosphere

4.5

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Built along the railroad track – and what would become Route 66 – the Historic Downtown and Railroad District is a pedestrian-friendly area filled with historic 1900s-era buildings that have been converted to shops, restaurants, galleries, breweries and other watering holes. The district also plays hosts to regular events like a farmers market, a monthly art walk, movie nights and more.

Recent visitors heartily recommended sauntering around Flagstaff's Historic Downtown and Railroad District, citing friendly locals, open-air music and countless places to eat, drink and shop. Others also enjoyed the historical signposts, buildings and railroad station. Still, some complained that the college students made the area a bit too lively at night.

For more information, check out this map provided by the Flagstaff Convention and Visitors Bureau.

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Rodeway Inn Downtown ...

0.1 Miles Away
1.5-star Hotel Class

Hotel Monte Vista ...

0.1 Miles Away
3.0-star Hotel Class

Knights Inn Flagstaff ...

0.3 Miles Away
2.0-star Hotel Class

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