Historic Downtown District Travel Guide
Williams
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Popular places to visit
Bearizona
Observe many native North American animals, including black bears, bison and Rocky Mountain goats, in this wildlife park in Arizona.
Grand Canyon Deer Farm
Why not visit the animals who call Grand Canyon Deer Farm home during your travels in Williams? Visit the top-notch restaurants or cosy cafes in this walkable area.
Raptor Ranch
See the exotic and native animals who call Raptor Ranch home during your travels in Valle. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Buckskinner Park
Explore the great outdoors at Buckskinner Park, a lovely green space in Williams. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.
Pete's Route 66 Gas Station Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Pete's Route 66 Gas Station Museum in Williams.
Thunder Eagle Native Art
You can browse the exhibits at Thunder Eagle Native Art, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Williams. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Grand Canyon South Rim Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Grand Canyon Signature Hummer Tour with Optional Sunset Views
The Grand Entrance Jeep Tour from Grand Canyon South Rim
Desert View Jeep Tour from Grand Canyon South Rim
Grand Canyon Landmarks Tour by Airplane with Optional Hummer Tour
Ultimate Grand Circle Tour: Self-Guided Driving Bundle
Top hotels in Historic Downtown District
The Historic Grand Canyon Hotel
"Great time away with my wife to go hike Sycamore Rim Trail"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Star Hotel Route 66 Grand Canyon
"This was a great find. Rooms were large and very clean. Bathrooms had updated fixtures. Felt very safe. Very walkable part of Williams. Staff was great and offered places to see and do in Williams"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Red Garter Inn
"Beautiful historic hotel. We could not be happier with our room. The room had all period furnishings it reminded me of my grandma's house. Good job we will definitely return. 👍"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Rodeway Inn & Suites Williams Downtowner - Rte 66
Arizona 9 Motor Hotel
"Very friendly and helpful staff! Let us check in super early... saved us a ton of hassle. Convenient location. Everything worked. No problems."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Motel 6 Williams, AZ – Historic Route 66
"Office is a block up the street and not staffed 24/7. Sat tv went out on 2nd day and never came back on. The in the office said it was being worked on. Tv in the office was working though."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Historic Downtown District
Downtown Williams
If you're spending some time in Downtown Williams, Pete's Route 66 Gas Station Museum and Canyon Coaster Adventure Park are top sights worth seeing.
