Sometimes it can be frustrating to only hear Arizona making news when it comes to travel, for the same places. I mean yes, Sedona is a beautiful place, but what about all of Arizona’s other destinations?  In response to an article I read earlier today, I decided to create my personal list of favorite spots in Arizona, all of which I have been to at some point in my life. Comment below and add your own favorites, or tell me what you think.

My Arizona Favorites

Phoenix

Considering that I call this city home, I may be a little biased, but nearly 1.5 million other people seem to agree. As one of the top ten most populous cities in the United States, and Arizona’s biggest city, you can’t miss it.

Jerome

This small mining town near Cottonwood has its charms. Once you get around some of the touristy spots you can enjoy the crooked streets, tilting buildings and beautiful scenery for what they are.

Strawberry/Pine

Strawberry and Pine are within just a ten minute drive of each other and each offer a relaxed small town atmosphere. One of my favorite places to visit here is the Tonto National Bridge. Places as green as this are rare in Arizona, and can provide a much needed break from the real world.

Bisbee

Another mining town that proves to be as quirky as it’s name. If you haven’t seen a hot pink car plastered in stuff animals, then you need to make a trip down to Bisbee. Like Jerome, the town has a few touristy mining tours, but also some great art galleries and shops.

Prescott

Downtown Prescott is just one of those places you have to visit during the winter. Victorian era homes, lampposts, christmas lights, brick buildings and snow, it doesn’t get much better than that.