 Main Street (Route 66) in Williams | ||
| Williams | ||
| State | Arizona | |
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| Residents | 3.023 (2010) | |
| Tourist info | 928-635-0273 Visitor center | |
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Williams is a city in the north of Arizona, United States. The city has almost 3000 inhabitants and is considered the gateway to Grand Canyon. It advertises itself with the slogan "Gateway to the Grand Canyon".
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getting there
By plane
The city disposes of the H. A. Clark Memorial Field via an airport for private planes. The nearest major airports are in Phoenix, Az and Las Vegas, Nevada.
By train
AMTRAKs Southwest Chief reaches Williams every day at 10:33 p.m. Albuquerque, NM and at 4:50 a.m. los Angeles, Approx.
In the street
Williams is via Interstate 40 and the Arizona State Route 64 to be reached by car. The city is around 35 miles from Flagstaff away. The drive by car to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon takes about an hour.
mobility
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There are public transportation links to the Grand Canyon. There is a car rental company and taxi company in Williams. The use of your own or a rented vehicle (car or motorcycle) is recommended.
Tourist Attractions
Williams is up to the old one Route 66which runs through the historic city center (Old Town).
- Pete's Route 66 Gas Station Museum. The small, very interesting museum is located directly on Route 66. Pete and Ester give you good information about sights on Route 66, in the area and about the southwest. In the museum you can buy beautiful travel souvenirs cheaply. The museum is a very nice photo opportunity.Price: Admission is free.
- Route 66 Fun Run. On the first weekend in May, up to 1000 classic cars are on their way from Seligman AZ to Topock Golden Shores, Ca. The event takes place on the longest remaining stretch of Old Route 66 (158 miles). Definitely worth seeing!!!
activities
The Grand Canyon Railway (GCRY) runs from Williams Station (English: Williams Depot) to Grand Canyon Village at Grand Canyon National Park. Diesel-hauled air-conditioned trains leave Williams daily at 9:30 a.m. and return from Grand Canyon Village at 3:30 p.m. The drive for the approximately 64 miles (103 km) takes about 2 1/4 hours each. In the cheapest car class, an adult ride costs $ 65.00 (as of 2015). Trains pulled by steam locomotives run on the first Saturdays from April to September and on five other public holidays and commemorations. The rail company offers a number of multi-day package tours to the Grand Canyon. Further information can be found at this website.
- Bill Williams Mountain Trail : Beautiful 5 - 6 hour forest hike with wonderful views. Around 700 m ascent.
shop
Williams lives off the tourists who visit Route 66 and the Grand Canyon. Therefore, there are numerous shops with individual gifts, leather goods and collectibles here.
kitchen
- Rosa's Cantina. Mexican cuisine.
- Pine Country
- Old Smokeys. Breakfast and lunch.
- Rod's Steakhouse. The best steaks have been available here since 1946.
- Pancho's. Mexican cuisine.
nightlife
accommodation
Cheap
medium
- The Red Garter Bed & Bakery, 137 W. Railroad Ave. The small hotel (4 rooms) used to be a saloon and brothel.Price: $ 135- $ 160.
- Williams Motel, 321 E. Bill Williams Ave.
security
health
Practical advice
- Williams-Grand Canyon Chamber of Commerce, 200 W. Railroad Ave. Visitor center also for the Grand Canyon Railway.
trips
- BEARIZONA Wild Life Park, 1500 E. Route 66. Admire the animals from the comfort of your car.
- Flintstones - Bedrock City, Hwy 64 & Jct. 180. A small amusement park, interesting for children.
literature
Web links
- http://www.williamsaz.gov (en) - Williams official website
