Where should I stay for first time seeing Grand Canyon?

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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Grand Canyon South Rim is most frequently chosen by first-time visitors to the area not only for its beautiful views, but for its abundance of visitor services and family-oriented activities. The South Rim is open year-round.

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Tusayan, just a 6 miles/ 10 minutes drive from the South Rim, is the best place to stay near Grand Canyon. Its location is still very good for visiting the Grand Canyon, but staying here is cheaper and often more luxurious.

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How many days should you spend in the Grand Canyon? If you're visiting the South Rim, you'll want 2-3 days. For the North Rim, plan on visiting for 1-2 days. If you want to see both rims, give yourself 4-5 days!

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The best times to visit the Grand Canyon are March through May and September through November, when daytime temperatures are cool and crowds are thin. If you decide to visit during the summer (the park's peak season), be prepared for hordes of tourists and very limited lodging availability.

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Grand Canyon South Rim is most frequently chosen by first-time visitors to the area not only for its beautiful views, but for its abundance of visitor services and family-oriented activities. The South Rim is open year-round. At 7,000' above sea level, the South Rim has four distinct seasons.

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Though both the North and South Rims provide spectacular views of the canyon, the two sections of the park couldn't be more different from one another. The north rim is all about solitude and peace in nature, while the south rim is full of amenities and family-friendly activities.

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Mondays and Tuesdays tend to be the least crowded days of the week. Is June too hot for the Grand Canyon? While the temperatures in June in the Grand Canyon can be warm, with high temperatures reaching the low 80s, it's still a pleasant month to visit.

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Safety: Taking a guided tour can be safer than driving yourself, especially if you're not familiar with the terrain or weather conditions. However, there are also some downsides to taking a tour: Cost: Tours can be expensive, especially if you're traveling with a large group or booking a luxury tour.

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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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The South Rim of the Grand Canyon attracts over 5 million visitors each year and by far is the most visited side of the Canyon. That's because it is the most accessible and provides the most amenities.

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How many days should you spend in the Grand Canyon? If you're visiting the South Rim, you'll want 2-3 days. For the North Rim, plan on visiting for 1-2 days. If you want to see both rims, give yourself 4-5 days!

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Williams is a cowboy town; Flagstaff is a college town and the more populated of the two. Williams wins (usually) for economy; Flagstaff wins on number of options. Distance wise, Williams is about 1 hour South of the park, Flagstaff is 90 minutes away.

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If you're searching for a cultural tourist destination jam-packed with adventure, the West Rim is the place for you. If you're looking to take in a traditional tourist experience, the South Rim is for you.

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The Most Breathtaking Views of the Grand Canyon
  • Mather Point is one of the park's most popular viewpoints, and for good reason. ...
  • Bright Angel Point is the most popular viewpoint on the North Rim. ...
  • Point Imperial is the highest point on the canyon rim and the most northern boundary of the park.


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The Grand Canyon's Best Scenic Viewpoints
  1. Mather Point, South Rim. ...
  2. Redwall Bridge, North Rim. ...
  3. Hopi Point, South Rim Trail. ...
  4. Plateau Point, Bright Angel Trail. ...
  5. Shoshone Point, South Rim. ...
  6. Desert View. ...
  7. Angel's Window, North Rim. ...
  8. Black Bridge or Silver Bridge view from the River.


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The main advantage of staying in the Grand Canyon Village inside the National Park is its proximity to the best viewpoints of the South Rim. You don't have to worry about parking and can easily walk to the best sunrise and sunset spots.

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If you don't have a lot of time, and just want to see the canyon, take the short 5 minute walk (0.3 miles/ 0.48 km), from the Visitor Center Plaza to nearby Mather Point. Because it is close to the Visitor Center and parking lots, Mather Point is a busy scenic overlook.

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If you're starting from Las Vegas, it probably makes the most sense to see the West Rim. Just a 3.5 hour drive (122 miles) from the glittering desert oasis lies Grand Canyon West, home of the Skywalk and dozens and dozens of tour options.

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Visiting Both Destinations In One Day Hoover Dam is located strategically between Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon South and West Rim. Therefore, it is easy to find day tours from Vegas where travelers can do both attractions in one day.

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Most visitors approach the West Rim from Las Vegas, a 123-mile drive via Highway 93 south over Hoover Dam. Go northeast on Pierce Ferry Road (County Highway 25)to Diamond Bar Road (County Highway 261). Go east on Diamond Bar Rd to Grand Canyon West.

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