Tours and Tickets to Experience Williams

There are plenty of ways to experience Williams. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Grand Canyon Excursion from Sedona with First Class Train Ride

• Grand Experience Coach Railroad Excursion Sedona

• Grand Experience First Class Railroad Excursion Flagstaff

• Grand Experience Coach Railroad Excursion Flagstaff

There’s no charge for visiting the town of Williams, but prices vary for transportation, attractions, and tour packages. Rates for the Grand Canyon Railway depend on the ticket class and time of year, while full tours that take you to Williams to board the train can run US$350 and up. Admission to Bearizona wildlife park starts at US$30.

Often nicknamed the “Gateway to the Grand Canyon,” Williams is a small city in Arizona east of Flagstaff. It’s known for its small-town charm, as well as its location near the historic Route 66 highway. Williams is also a terminus on the Grand Canyon Railway, a diesel-run vintage locomotive.

That depends. The shoulder seasons of spring and fall are typically the best weather windows for planning a trip to Arizona. Summers are scorching, which isn’t ideal for outdoor sightseeing. In the winter, the Grand Canyon Railway features a festive Polar Express (book in advance, because reservations sell out quickly.)

Many people pass through Williams on a day trip. But, if you can, consider at least staying overnight. You’ll find plenty of hiking trails, quirky boutiques, and international dining options in town. Accommodations run the gamut from elegant inns to roadside motels and campgrounds.

Yes, Williams is a great choice for families with children. Not only do attractions like Bearizona and the Grand Canyon Railway offer discounted admission for kids, but families can also see llamas, wallabies, and other cuddly critters at the Grand Canyon Deer Farm. Older kids might enjoy an ATV ride into the desert.