List of Nearby Cities
Below you'll find a complete list of the most popular Grand Canyon gateway cities and towns to help you plan the ultimate Grand Canyon Adventure. If you need to learn more about hotel options, check out our lodging guide. For a complete list of Grand Canyon tours read our page on guided tours, or you can also check out our list of recommended Grand Canyon experiences below.
Most Popular Cities near Grand Canyon
Las Vegas, NV to Grand Canyon
Las Vegas is another Grand Canyon area hub, but the drive is 1.5 hours further than Phoenix to get to the South Rim. The North Rim and many Parks in Southern Utah are actually closer to Vegas. Learn more about traveling between the Grand Canyon and Las Vegas, Nevada.
Phoenix, AZ to Grand Canyon
The largest city in Arizona, Phoenix has the biggest airport in the state. It is also the closest major airport to the South Rim and offers a lot nearby attractions for visitors heading to the Grand Canyon. Learn more about traveling between the Grand Canyon and Phoenix, Arizona.
Flagstaff, AZ to Grand Canyon
Flagstaff is only 1.5 hours from the South Rim and has its own small airport. This is a great base camp to explore the South Rim, Sedona, and other area attractions. Learn more about traveling between the Grand Canyon and Flagstaff, Arizona.
Williams, AZ to Grand Canyon
A small town along historic route 66, Williams is 45 minutes from the South Rim, and the home of the Grand Canyon Railway. Learn more about traveling between the Grand Canyon and Williams, Arizona.
Tusayan, AZ to Grand Canyon
Home of the Grand Canyon Imax, Tusayan is only a few miles from the south entrance of Grand Canyon National Park. Learn more about traveling between the Grand Canyon and Tusayan, Arizona.
Classic Grand Canyon Gateway Towns
Valle, AZ to Grand Canyon
Although not much of a town, Valle is right up down the road from the South Rim and has a small hotel, gas station and some local attractions. Learn more about traveling between the Grand Canyon and Valle, Arizona.
Sedona, AZ to Grand Canyon
Located a half hour south of Flagstaff, Sedona is known for its beautiful red rock formations, art, hiking, mountain biking and up-scale resorts. Learn more about traveling between the Grand Canyon and Sedona, Arizona.
Page, AZ to Grand Canyon
Home to Lake Powell, Page is a couple hours from the North and South Rims. Lake Powell is a popular house boating destination, but there is also great hiking and kayaking. Learn more about traveling between the Grand Canyon and Page, Arizona.
Seligman, AZ to Grand Canyon
Along historic route 66 is the small town of Seligman, the gateway to Havasu Falls and the Western Grand Canyon. Learn more about traveling between the Grand Canyon and Seligman, Arizona.
Cameron, AZ to Grand Canyon
Cameron Arizona is a small town on the Navajo Nation that Grand Canyon travelers pass through on their way between the South Rim and North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. Learn more about traveling between the Grand Canyon and Cameron, Arizona.
Jacob Lake, AZ to Grand Canyon
Little more than a lodge and a gas station Jacob Lake is where highway 89 meets highway 67 for visitors traveling to the North Rim. Learn more about traveling between the Grand Canyon and Jacob Lake, Arizona.
Hidden Gems near Grand Canyon
Peach Springs, AZ to Grand Canyon
Peach Springs is right down the road from Seligman, AZ. This is the home of the Hualapai Tribe, and the home to the Grand Canyons only one-day whitewater trips. Learn more about traveling between the Grand Canyon and Peach Springs, Arizona.
Kingman, AZ to Grand Canyon
If you’re heading to the West Rim to Las Vegas, Kingman has all the amenities you need from hotels and lodging to restaurants car rentals. Learn more about traveling between the Grand Canyon and Kingman, Arizona.
Meadview, AZ to Grand Canyon
Located next to Lake Mead, Meadview is the only town in the area. It is also the closest town to those heading to Grand Canyon West and the Skywalk. Learn more about traveling between the Grand Canyon and Meadview, Arizona.
Fredonia, AZ to Grand Canyon
A small town along the Arizona-Utah border, Fredonia has a few small lodges and restaurants. Learn more about traveling between the Grand Canyon and Fredonia, Arizona.
Kanab, UT to Grand Canyon
Right across the border from Fredonia is Kanab, a pretty little town with a great central location to explore the Grand Canyon's North Rim, and Southern Utah. Learn more about traveling between the Grand Canyon and Kanab, Utah.
