Southside Travel Guide
Flagstaff
Popular places to visit
Arizona Snowbowl
Hit the slopes at Arizona Snowbowl during your trip to Flagstaff. Take in the lively festivals and mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Northern Arizona University
Explore the campus of Northern Arizona University during your trip to Flagstaff. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Lowell Observatory
This observatory is famous for discovering the dwarf planet Pluto and features many educational activities, historic telescopes and events for visitors.
Meteor Crater
Study a massive impact crater, created by a meteorite in the northern Arizona desert that hit earth about 50,000 years ago.
Walnut Canyon National Monument
Explore the great outdoors at Walnut Canyon National Monument and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Flagstaff. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the hiking trails.
Humphreys Peak
Arizona’s highest mountain soars out of the Coconino National Forest and the hiking trail that leads to its summit passes by tundra, wildflowers and volcanic peaks.
Things to do
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona
Grand Canyon South Rim Full-Day Self-Guided Tour
Flagstaff: Grand Canyon, Wupatki & Volcano Christian Tour
Flagstaff's Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
Arizona: Grand Canyon National Park Tour with Lunch & Pickup
Top hotels in Southside
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Flagstaff Downtown, AZ
The room was clean, and the hotel in general seemed well maintained. The breakfast was adequate, but I’d prefer to see some healthier options. The staff was friendly and helpful, for the most part.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Little America Flagstaff
Room very clean. Staff very friendly. Couldn't change the thermostat, we froze. Being older the cold gets to us. The mattress was very soft and sagged in the middle. Looks like they were in the process of changing out mattresses. Probably hadn't got to our room yet. All in all, would stay again.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Junipine Resort
Everything here is great. The property is
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
High Country Motor Lodge – Near NAU/Downtown
Nice room and lots of amenities.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Hotel Aspen InnSuites Flagstaff/Grand Canyon
The room and common areas were not clean- there was questionable fluids around the room, the bedding was not clean, and the carpet was obviously not vacuumed. I arrived late and was tired. Changed rooms one time due to the dirtiness, and was just going to leave for another place. However, the staff ...
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Flagstaff
The room was clean, comfortable and quiet. The check in process was easy. Breakfast was solid and ready before 6am. The area seemed safe and parking was easy.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southside
Downtown Flagstaff
If you're spending some time in Downtown Flagstaff, Heritage Square and Orpheum Theater are top sights worth seeing.
Old Town Flagstaff
Old Town Flagstaff is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Heritage Square and Orpheum Theater while you're in town.
La Plaza Vieja
While there might not be top attractions in La Plaza Vieja, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lowell Observatory and Flagstaff City Hall.
Cherry Hill
When in Cherry Hill, you can plan a visit to Heritage Square and Orpheum Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Pine Knoll
While Pine Knoll may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Walkup Skydome and Riordon Mansion.
Switzer Mesa
Though Switzer Mesa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Heritage Square and Orpheum Theater.
