Arizona is full of small towns just begging for a visit, and one of them is best known for being mentioned in a popular classic rock song. Located along Route 66, Winslow is a charming little town jam-packed with history and culture. You can even visit the world’s best-preserved meteor crater just outside of the city limits! According to HGTV, Winslow is among the best small towns to visit in America, and we couldn’t agree more.
Made famous by its mention in the Eagles’ song “Take it Easy,” Winslow is a former railroad stop along the iconic Route 66.
DOUGBERRY / E+ Collection / Getty Images Winslow is home to under 10,000 people, however, it sees quite a bit of tourist activity. Travelers have been known to detour through town just to have their picture taken here, at Standin’ on the Corner Park, which commemorates the classic rock song.
While you’re here, brush up on local history at the Old Trails Museum.
Google/Mike Pool In the heart of downtown Winslow, the museum is free to the public and details the history and culture of Winslow via a number of fascinating exhibits. Hours are 3 p.m. until 11 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday.
History buffs will also want to visit Homolovi State Park, which preserves over 300 Ancestral Puebloan archaeological sites.
Wikimedia Commons/teofilo The word Homolovi is Hopi for “place of the little hills,” and is the traditional name for Winslow. You’ll find the park, which boasts hiking trails, historical exhibits, interpretive programs, and a campground, just a mile north of town.
About 18 miles west of Winslow, the Meteor Crater at Barringer Space Museum is the best-preserved meteorite impact site in the world.
Luis Jou Garcia / Moment Collection / Getty Images Measuring one mile in diameter and 550 feet deep, the crater was formed 50,000 years ago by a meteorite that exploded with a force 150 times greater than the atomic bomb. The crater is open for self-guided tours from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. daily.
If you need a place to rest your head for the night, we highly suggest La Posada.
La Posada This historic hotel brought to life the visions of architect Mary Elizabeth Jane Colter, who worked under the Fred Harvey Company.
With Southwest-inspired furnishings, the hotel is also home to perfectly manicured gardens, a museum, and an art gallery.
La Posada Each of its guest rooms is overflowing with character, featuring hand-painted murals, Ponderosa pine beds, and stellar views.
Thanks to the Turquoise Room, you don’t even have to leave the hotel for meals.
La Posada La Posada’s on-site restaurant, The Turquoise Room boasts contemporary Southwestern cuisine that will make your mouth water.
The restaurant is open seven days a week, from 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. for breakfast, 11 p.m. until 2 p.m. for lunch, and 5 p.m. until the last seating at 8:30 p.m. for dinner.
Facebook/The Turquoise Room The martini lounge is open until 10 p.m., and there is a special traveler’s menu from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m.
Have you ever been to Winslow? If so, what were some of the highlights of your trip? Tell us in the comments section below, then check out our previous article to learn more about the Meteor Crater.
DOUGBERRY / E+ Collection / Getty Images
Winslow is home to under 10,000 people, however, it sees quite a bit of tourist activity. Travelers have been known to detour through town just to have their picture taken here, at Standin’ on the Corner Park, which commemorates the classic rock song.
Google/Mike Pool
In the heart of downtown Winslow, the museum is free to the public and details the history and culture of Winslow via a number of fascinating exhibits. Hours are 3 p.m. until 11 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday.
Wikimedia Commons/teofilo
The word Homolovi is Hopi for “place of the little hills,” and is the traditional name for Winslow. You’ll find the park, which boasts hiking trails, historical exhibits, interpretive programs, and a campground, just a mile north of town.
Luis Jou Garcia / Moment Collection / Getty Images
Measuring one mile in diameter and 550 feet deep, the crater was formed 50,000 years ago by a meteorite that exploded with a force 150 times greater than the atomic bomb. The crater is open for self-guided tours from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. daily.
La Posada
This historic hotel brought to life the visions of architect Mary Elizabeth Jane Colter, who worked under the Fred Harvey Company.
Each of its guest rooms is overflowing with character, featuring hand-painted murals, Ponderosa pine beds, and stellar views.
La Posada’s on-site restaurant, The Turquoise Room boasts contemporary Southwestern cuisine that will make your mouth water.
Facebook/The Turquoise Room
The martini lounge is open until 10 p.m., and there is a special traveler’s menu from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m.
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Address: Winslow, AZ 86047, USA
