Southside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Flagstaff Extreme
Enjoy a trip to Flagstaff Extreme and popular activities such as hiking in Flagstaff. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Activities
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona
Grand Canyon South Rim Full-Day Self-Guided Tour
Our pick of the best Southside Hotel Deals
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Flagstaff Downtown, AZ
This hotel is always great! Walkable to much of Flagstaff.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Downtown Cozy Condo- Walk to Best Diners, Breweries, NAU, Historic Flagstaff!
Comfortable beds, very nice shower, great southwestern decor
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Little America Flagstaff
We had a view of the grounds and hiking trails, it was lovely. The jacuzzi was wonderful too.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
High Country Motor Lodge – Near NAU/Downtown
Cute hotel. Great location. Very comfortable beds
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Junipine Resort
The resort was a great hideaway nestled in the woods.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Flagstaff
Very clean, well appointed room! Staff very professional, friendly and helpful! Complimentary breakfast was excellent! Great variety of options!
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southside
Downtown Flagstaff
If you're spending some time in Downtown Flagstaff, Heritage Square and Theatrikos Theatre 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 Theatrikos Theatre 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 Flagstaff City Hall and Lowell Observatory.
Cherry Hill
When in Cherry Hill, you can plan a visit to Flagstaff City Hall and Heritage Square, 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 Flagstaff City Hall.
Switzer Mesa
Though Switzer Mesa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Flagstaff City Hall and Theatrikos Theatre.
