University Heights Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit University Heights
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.
Activities
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona
Discover Sedona Small-Group Tour
Grand Canyon South Rim Full-Day Self-Guided Tour
Our pick of the best University Heights Hotel Deals
Luxury forest 5 bedroom cabin w/fireplace & hot tub 5 mins to downtown Flagstaff
Wonderful place to celebrate the holidays with family! Very Spacious. Especially enjoyed hiking trail near the home.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Troxler Pines Retreat, Arcade/BBQ/Fireplace!
Excellent location. Well appointed (extra blankets, pillows etc). The Christmas tree was a nice extra touch for the holidays.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Little America Flagstaff
Everything was great. Check in. Room. Christmas lights. Property grounds. Staff. Bathroom. Bed. Linens. Common areas. We absolutely loved our stay.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
High Country Motor Lodge – Near NAU/Downtown
Fun ambience from the rooms to the bar and lobby! We always love staying here!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Aspen InnSuites Flagstaff/Grand Canyon
Clean front desk, clean room, check-in was easy, quiet around, nice parking.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn Flagstaff South I-17
The staff was very friendly. Breakfast was excellent. The room was nice and clean, but a little noisier than I would have liked. Overall a nice stay.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University Heights
Boulder Point
Though Boulder Point may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Flagstaff Extreme and Walkup Skydome.
Woodlands Village
Woodlands Village might not have many top sights, but Walkup Skydome and Flagstaff Extreme are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Ponderosa Trails
While Ponderosa Trails isn't home to many top sights, Flagstaff Extreme and Walkup Skydome are some notable places to visit nearby.
Northern Arizona University
Though Northern Arizona University may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Walkup Skydome and Flagstaff City Hall.
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 Flagstaff City Hall.
La Plaza Vieja
While there might not be top attractions in La Plaza Vieja, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Flagstaff City Hall and Lowell Observatory.
