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OUR TAKE ON GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK

A historical landmark for over a century, Arizona's Grand Canyon National Park is Arizona's most popular attraction, attracting newlyweds and children every year.  Kids flock here every year to experience the wonder that is the Grand Canyon, and we suggest traveling here for a truly memorable experience. 

Along with many natural attractions, including the Grand Canyon itself, we suggest traveling to the Ranger Operations Building, where staff can educate you on what to explore.  Besides exploring the Grand Canyon itself with exciting back country hiking tours, park rangers are happy to educate your kids about the science behind this age-old canyon.  Make sure to also go on the California Condors and Mountain Lion tours, where you can pet real animals and see how they interact in their natural habitat.  Afterward, travel to a local restaurant to eat delicious Arizonian cuisine.  As a precautionary warning, visit the Grand Canyon in the morning or evening, where the weather isn't as harsh.  There are also kid friendly and romantic lodging options inside and outside of the Grand Canyon, although we suggest you lodge outside of this park.  Lodging is known to be very expensive inside of the Grand Canyon.  For more information about attractions, kid friendly features, restaurants, and more information, visit the Grand Canyon's official website.


LODGING

  1. El Tovar Hotel
    "our room was large, clean, and had two double beds" - a Tripadvisor user
  2. Best Western Grand Canyon Squire Inn
    "facilities. Free continental breakfast was better than the usual offerings at best westerns, lots of choice" - a Tripadvisor user
  3. Bright Angel Lodge
    "location is great if you want to stay near the grand canyon" - a Expedia user
  1. Grand Canyon National Park Lodges
  2. Canyon Plaza Quality Inn
  3. Indian Garden
  4. Desert View Campground
  1. The Dumplin Patch Bed and Breakfast
  2. Holiday Inn Express Grand Canyon
  3. Cameron Trading Post

THINGS TO DO

  1. South Kaibab Trail
    "I hiked this trail a few years ago. It is a bit easier now because it is better cared for with increased traffic. The views are spectacular and I was filled with awe. We saw a mountian sheep, but didn't get to see a Grand Canyon rattle snake (they are pink) Caution, do not go to the bottom thinking that you will go down and back up in one day. Only the very fit can do it. Better to go down to the first rest plateau and go back up and live than die trying. Altitude! Water is a must and take more than you think you need. Oranges taste great. Hiking sticks help! Mostly, take your time going up and look back at the view." - a Yahoo user
  2. Grandview Point
    "I flew helicopter tours at the Grand Canyon for six years and believe me I found something new almost every day...I recommend going to this national park in the off season to avoid the over population..Make hotel reservations at least six months ahead of your planned visit..and allow for more than one day if you are into walking the canyon..." - a Yahoo user
  3. Indian Garden
  1. Bright Angel Trail
  2. Maswik Cafeteria
  3. Grand Canyon Association Bookstores
  4. Maricopa Point
  1. Tusayan General Store
  2. Tanner Trail
  3. Point Sublime

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