An eclectic repository of bits of Americana, Prescott welcomes visitors from across the globe with a familiarity … embracing them with a hometown feeling that provides casual comfort in this richly historic, yet progressive northern Arizona community. Once the Territorial Capital of Arizona, Prescott showcases over 700 historic buildings including many fine examples of Victorian architecture. The Courthouse Town Square hints that it might be reminiscent of the Midwest designer's roots. On the square is the famed Whiskey Row, named for the 26 saloons that hosted the likes of Wyatt Earp and Doc Holiday…still today, there are many eateries and pubs preserving the tradition and entertaining locals and visitors alike.
There's something for everyone to do in and around Prescott
Prescott is the geographic center of Arizona allowing day-trips to interesting sights both affordable and enjoyable…for sure you will want to plan an extra day to stand on the south rim of the Grand Canyon and behold one of the seven natural wonders of the world, just 3 ? hours from Prescott through Northern Arizona's scenic byways.
Winding up the original stagecoach trail though tall Ponderosa Pines just past the pinnacle of Mingus Mountain rests the historic mining town of Jerome. With a bawdy and bustling past, initially in search of gold, Jerome became an important and prosperous copper mining town. Tourism is today's prosperity with an enclave of boutique shops and unique restaurants located in many restored buildings. |
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Golfing in Prescott
This Cowboy Competition has been preserving the spirit of the American Southwest since 1888, attracting cowpokes, cowgirls and fans from around the world. Held every year over the July 4th Independence Day weekend, the Worlds Oldest Rodeo is the centerpiece of Prescott Frontier Days and there are numerous events throughout Prescott for the entire family to enjoy. |
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Worlds Oldest Rodeo
Founded in 1973, the NRA Whittington Center hosts many competitive, educational and recreational activities in all shooting disciplines. NRAWC is for discerning gun enthusiasts both young and old. Open year-round (camping, oudoor shooting)
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Prescott National Forest
Offering cool relief from the desert below, the nearly 1.25 million acres of the Prescott National Forest are brimming with outdoor recreation opportunities. The outstanding climate allows year-round opportunities for picnicking, fishing, nature photography, scenic drives, mountain climbing, hiking, and horseback riding and more. |
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Phippen Art Museum
Noted Prescott painter-sculptor George Phippen was the co-founder and first president of the Phippen Art Museum that's bears his name. The museum hosts several major art shows featuring the art of the American west by American cowboys. The Memorial Day weekend art show is the favorite of collectors from across the globe. |
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Smoki Museum
Designed to resemble an Indian pueblo, the Smoki Museum was built in 1935 of native stone and wood. Irreplaceable collections of prehistoric and contemporary pottery, prehistoric jewelry and stone artifacts are housed in the Smoki Museum and museum collections also include amazing examples of authentic Native American basketry and kachinas from throughout the southwest. Kate Cory's numerous photographs, paintings and documents are among the most prized possessions of the Smoki Museum. |
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The Sharlot Hall Museum
Prescott's largest museum complex displays thousands of historic photographs and Native American artifacts that provide insight into the earlier ways of life in the Prescott area. Two extremes of early architecture are showcased in the handsomely restored Bashford home from the Victorian era, and the Territorial Governor's simple log cabin. The Sharlot Hall Museum stages living history events and outdoor theater performances throughout the year. |
To answer the question, "what's on the other side of that mountain?" Well, we just have to take you there by way of the original stagecoach trail that winds it's way through a beautiful scenic drive among the nations largest stand of Ponderosa Pines to the historic mining Town of Jerome. This one time bustling mining community is perched just below the summit of Mingus Mountain and has 100 mile views of the entire Verde Valley below. .
Arizona's liveliest ghost town is a shoppers paradise with boutique art and specialty shops located throughout the town in restored buildings. Tour the mining museum and discover Jerome's secrets after lunch…at the Haunted Hambburger.
The Verde Valley is home to the Verde Canyon Rail Road, in Clarkdale, an incredible four-hour train excursion through remote canyons, a 600 foot tunnel and the most scenic parts of the Verde Valley. Plan to visit the Blazin' M Ranch for their family fun dinner show and come back tomorrow to tour Out of Africa Wildlife Park. |
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Verde Canyon Railway
Rail excursions take visitors along the Verde River, over bridges, past crimson cliffs into the heart of Sycamore Canyon. Go thought a 600 foot man-made tunnel and see Arizona wildlife in their natural habitat including our national symbol, the America Bald Eagle. An Educational and entertaining experience. |
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Cliff Castle Casino
If you're feeling lucky, Cliff Castle Casino has been voted the number one casino in Arizona for several years in a row and offers a variety of gaming choices, food, fun and live entertainment. Good Luck! |
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Dead Horse Ranch State Park
A terrific spot for picnicking, fishing, bird watching and spending the day with the family. |
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Jerome
Take a trip back in time to the old mining town of Jerome, perched high on Cleopatra Hill, and now a thriving artists colony. The Jerome State Historic Park museum recounts the mining history so important to early Arizona. The old time mining town of Jerome, includes restaurants, antique shops, a ghost mine and even the fantastic and spooky Asylum Restaurant. |
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Blazin M Ranch
A true Western experience that the entire family will enjoy. A Real chuckwagon cowboy dinner is followed by an hour-long Western stage production that includes delightful cowboy music, storytelling, comedy, and surprises. Plus there are pony rides, a shooting gallery, train ride, horseshoe pits, a mechanical roping horse, friendly farm animals and an Olde Tyme photo studio - something for everyone in the family |
True "Down Home" hospitality is the foundation of the Best Western Prescottonian and we are literally expecting company everyday and treat them like our family. We are constantly striving to improve our hotel and completed a total award-winning renovation of all our guestrooms and suites in 2007. Our central Prescott location is a safe harbor for the wayfaring stranger and our hallmark service will host their many returns as friends.