Arizona Travel Guide: Explore the Best Parks, Historic Sites, and Hidden Gems
Explore Arizona through this Roam Your Home travel guide. From the Grand Canyon and red rock deserts to historic Route 66 towns and fascinating museums, uncover some of the Southwest’s most unforgettable destinations.
Discover Places to Explore
Looking for more places to explore? Browse all of our Roam Your Home articles about Arizona, including desert parks, Native American sites, scenic drives, and historic towns. From the Grand Canyon to red rock landscapes and ancient pueblos, discover some of the best things to do in Arizona.
Best Arizona National Parks for Visiting Native American Ruins
From red rock canyons and towering sandstone cliffs to desert trails and ancient landscapes, Arizona’s parks reveal the rugged beauty of the Southwest. Our featured Arizona parks highlight some of the state’s most spectacular outdoor destinations.
Picacho Peak State Park
Arizona is rich with history, stretching from ancient Native American civilizations to Spanish exploration and Wild West legends. Our featured Arizona historic site offers a closer look at one destination that captures the state’s deep and fascinating past.
Top 5 Arizona State Parks
- Picacho Pass State Park
- Kartchner Caverns State Park
- Catalina State Park
- Homolovi State Park
- Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park
Top 5 Arizona Museums
- Phoenix Art Museum
- Heard Museum in Phoenix
- Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum in Tucson
- Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix
- Tucson Museum of Art
Know Before You Roam: Arizona Quick Facts
- Largest City: Phoenix
- High Point (Rank): Humpreys Peak 12,637 ft (11)
- Lowest Elevation: Colorado River at Sonoran Border: 73 ft
- State Nickname: “Grand Canyon State”
- State Flower: Saguaro Cactus Blossom
- State Tree: Blue Palo Verde
- State Animal: Ring-tailed Cat
- State Bird: Cactus Wren
- State Fish: Apache Trout
Explore Arizona on the Roam Your Home Travel Map
Discover Arizona using the Roam Your Home map.
Each pin leads to one of our articles exploring desert parks, ancient ruins, scenic viewpoints, and fascinating museums. Click a location to dive into the story and start building your Arizona travel plans.