8 days in Williams Itinerary

A tiny town with big tourist appeal, Williams lies on one of the first highways ever built in America, the iconic "Route 66." The town boasts many inns, motels, restaurants, and shops, although its most important feature is serving as the southern terminus of a scenic railway leading to the area's most famous tourist attraction, the World Heritage-listed Grand Canyon.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Williams: Grand Canyon National Park (Bright Angel Trail, Rim Trail, &more). There's lots more to do: get to know the resident critters at Bearizona Wildlife Park, stop by Thunder Eagle Native Art, take in breathtaking views at Sycamore Canyon, and take an in-depth tour of Williams Depot.

For reviews, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Williams tour planning tool.

Expect a daytime high around 67°F in May, and nighttime lows around 39°F.