Do you need a car in Grand Canyon Village?

The Grand Canyon's Free Shuttle System The Village Route serves as the main transportation artery within the park's South Rim area. It connects various points of interest, including the Visitor Center, Market Plaza, Yavapai Geology Museum, and Bright Angel Lodge.



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Not only is it possible to experience the best of the canyon without driving your car within the park's boundaries, visitors can arrive at the South Rim's Historic Village in a fun, iconic manner by riding the Grand Canyon Railway.

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The start of the Trail of Time is at Yavapai Geology Museum, a half hour walk from Mather Point and the Canyon View Visitor Center. The trail continues to Grand Canyon Village and beyond. One can stop in the Village or keep walking out towards Hermits Rest.

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If you want to be close to the best hikes and viewpoints in the park, try to stay in the Grand Canyon Village area. If you're looking for something outside of the park, the town of Tusayan is a great option.

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It really depends on what you want to see and do! Some visitors stop by a couple of viewpoints and arrive and leave within a day but there are so many more fantastic things to do at the Grand Canyon. We recommend spending at least one full day at the Grand Canyon South Rim and ideally two if time permits.

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In the summer, wear shorts, a t-shirt, and running shoes with a light jacket or sweater. In the winter, opt for jeans, good shoes (or even boots – it does snow at the Grand Canyon!), and a long-sleeved shirt with a jacket or sweater.

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Because it's home to many of the most memorable viewpoints, the South Rim is the ideal destination for first-time Grand Canyon Visitors. If you have small children, you may prefer to visit the South Rim for its many amenities and activities.

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The best way to tour the village is to park your vehicle once, then ride the Village (Blue) Route Shuttle around the South Rim. It connects the Visitor Center, lodges, campgrounds, Backcountry Information Center, and Market Plaza (Market, deli, outdoor ATM, and U.S. Post Office).

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Village (Blue) Route, Kaibab (Orange) Route, Hermits Rest (Red) Route, and the Hikers' Express Shuttle. Details for each route are listed on this page. All shuttle service is free; the service is included with park entrance fees.

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Both the South Rim and the North Rim offer rim trail hikes that have spectacular views of the inner canyon, some on paved trails. Or you can choose to day hike into the canyon. Permits are not required for non-commercial day hikes.

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The town of Tusayan, which is just 15-20 minutes away from the main Visitor Center on the south rim, has a great selection of places to stay. Grand Canyon Junction (formerly known as Valle) is further out (about 30 minutes to the rim), but is another good option. If you want a hotel, stay in Tusayan, which has plenty.

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If you haven't visited the village of Supai, there's probably a good reason: The only town inside the Grand Canyon, it's located deep inside a 3,000-foot-deep hole.

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