The 9 Towns You Absolutely Need To Visit In Arizona In 2018

In 2017, we highlighted 365 amazing things about Arizona: things to do, places to eat, places to visit, history tidbits and more. If you’re looking for towns and cities to visit in our lovely state, then you’re in the right place! Today, we’re checking out some of our favorite spots that we featured last year. Let’s take a look!

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Bisbee has a lot going for it and it’s quickly becoming a popular little town. Beautiful, historic, and potentially haunted, Bisbee is also a hippie town where you’ll find oddball art, vegan food, and some intriguing people.

For more information, read our article on Bisbee by clicking here.

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Hidden away in the Bradshaw Mountains is Crown King, a tiny town that will feel perfectly remote. The community is small but friendly and you’ll find plenty of recreational activities here, especially in the summer.

For more information, read our article on Crown King by clicking here.

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Looking for a quiet place to call home? Oro Valley was named one of the best small cities to live in and with the low crime, low poverty level, and beautiful scenery, we have to agree!

For more information, read our article on Oro Valley by clicking here.

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Jerome is well known for its violent and haunted history but did you know this is a foodie town as well? This tiny town has a surprising number of restaurants serving some truly amazing food. Whether you’re craving a hearty breakfast, a fancy burger, or a meal from an award-winning restaurant, Jerome will surely impress your taste buds!

For more information, read our article on Jerome by clicking here.

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Remote, desolate, and scorching under the Arizona sun, Ruby is a little ghost town that’s finally starting to see better days. The town has undergone some restoration efforts and is a perfect spot for a day trip, especially this time of year when the temperatures are mild.

For more information, read our article on Ruby by clicking here.

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Looking for a place where you’ll find some amazingly delicious Mexican food? We’re not talking Tex Mex but some truly tasty Sonoran-style dishes that are cooked with love. That’s exactly what you’ll find in Globe, a mining town sitting in central Arizona, and it has no shortages on delicious restaurants to choose from.

For more information, read our article on Globe by clicking here.

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If you’re looking to explore some of Arizona’s tiny towns, then make sure you book a trip to Willcox. Located about one hour east of Tucson, this tiny town is rich in Western culture and has some impressive wineries.

For more information, read our article on Willcox by clicking here.

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This quaint little town sits along Arizona’s Route 66 and is a pretty cool place to visit. You’ll find some wacky, yet tasty, restaurants and some oddball stores.

For more information, read our article on Seligman by clicking here.

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Sitting on Arizona’s "west coast," Lake Havasu City was named one of the country’s top waterfront towns. The Colorado River drifts by this city, offering plenty of water-related activities, hiking trails, and mild temperatures in winter and spring.

For more information, read our article on Lake Havasu City by clicking here.

Did you find any towns or cities you want to visit this year? Which one was most intriguing for you?

If you want to check out more great places to visit this year, be sure to read 10 Arizona Restaurants You Must Try In 2018.