Location: Prescott
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Top 10 Free Things to do in Prescott, Arizona (AZ)
Nestled in the conifer forests of the Bradshaw Mountains, Prescott is a historic city boasting much in the way of adventure and culture. Golfers flock to its six pristine courses, while outdoors enthusiasts find exciting hiking trails, secluded picnicking spots and adventure on the waters of its five lakes. Discover the history of the Old West in the city's museums, historic railways and the Pioneer Home Cemetery, where "Big Nose Kate" Elder, wife of Doc Holiday, found her final resting place.
Restaurants in Prescott
1. The Highlands Center for Natural History
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 23 reviews
Prescott Nature Center In our classroom without walls you will discover Ponderosa Pine covered mountains, deeply shaded riparian habitats, chaparral and woodland, remarkable geologic formations, and amazing vistas, in addition to all manner of forest inhabitants. With educational programming, hiking trails, and a botanic garden, our Prescott nature center has activities for all ages.
Reviewed By 227gingerh - Prescott, United States
The Highlands Center for Natural History is an educational non-profit located on a special use permit from the Prescott National Forest. It offers camps for kids from age 4 to 8th grade, excellent programs for adults (i.e. Community Nature Series on a variety of topics), nature and bird walks. The Discovery Garden offers a walk through the different types of areas found in Yavapai county. It has pavered walkways making it handicapped and stroller accessible. In addition it has a"natural" play ground. Kids can climb on rocks, play with shells and pinecones, climb on the "spider web". It comes complete with a picnic table.Also located on the site are "regular" hiking trails, of varying length and strenuousness. One Forest Service Trail comes through the property and connects to Lynx Lake. The center also has a nature store with a variety of books, cards, shirts, and jewelry for sale. There is no admission or parking fee. I liked it so much that I became a regular volunteer here.
2. Sean Gote Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
Sean and Dolores Gote have created an art, jewelry, and home decor gallery that defies description. The building is filled with with Sean's paintings, Dolores's Jewelry, and decorating items from velvet couches to stain glass lamps, oriental carpets, and many cool things they have collected over the past 20 years.
3. Black Butterfly Chocolates
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By Bigredmachine - Salt Lake City, United States
Located in the Old Firehouse Plaza, the Black Butterfly Chocolates Store is a must stop when in Prescott. The chocolates here are miniature works of art and some resemble polished gemstones. All of the chocolates are made from the finest single origin, fairly traded Venezuelan Cacao, and they go from bean to bar.
4. Prescott Public Library
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By Pathfinder633845
Large Library and friendly staff. It was a welcoming place with plenty areas to read and a great many internet stations.
5. Whiskey Row
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 704 reviews
A full block of historic bars and saloons where some of America's famous cowboys and outlaws drank.
Reviewed By 751karenb - Queen Creek, United States
We had a wonderful time strolling and bar hopping Whiskey Row. We visited Matt's Saloon, Jersey Lilly's, Bird Cage, The Palace, and the Public House. The bartenders were friendly and made tasty drinks. Be warned, most establishments are CASH ONLY so bring $$ with you.
6. Downtown Historic Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,069 reviews
Many of Prescott's buildings that are listed in the National Register of Historic Places are located downtown.
Reviewed By FritziesPop - Watford City, United States
From the unique stories of the storefront facades along Whiskey Row to the intriguing & vibrant Courthouse Square, downtown Prescott is a sure-fire hit with young & old alike (especially those of legal drinking age!).
7. Prescott National Forest
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 113 reviews
Forest located in a mountainous section of central Arizona, offering campgrounds, picnic grounds and 2,500 miles of roads for visitors.
Reviewed By Sbaygirl
If you are traveling from Jerome to Prescott ( or vice-versa) and are up for a thrilling ride, take AZ 89-a and drive through the mountains that comprise the Prescott National Forest. Beautiful panoramic vistas of pine tree-covered mountains. It's not for those with a deathly fear of heights or winding mountain roads with hairpin turns, but for those who go, it's a visual treat.
8. Prescott Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Information Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 56 reviews
As the official Visitor & Informational Center we can help you navigate the Prescott area. We offer city and trail maps to guide your Prescott adventure! Stop by to learn more about all the amazing things to do in our area.
Reviewed By jaylinda1 - Winter Springs, United States
Make sure you visit the friendly confines of the Chamber of Commerce Visitor's Center. Located across from the Courthouse Square. Trove of great information about the local area.
9. Thumb Butte Distillery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
We make Whiskey, Rum, Scotch, Vodka, and Gin in the Great Western Tradition. Come visit our tasting room for a sampling or tour the distillery here in the cool pines of Prescott in Northern Arizona. You can even take a bottle of your favorite spirit home with you! Idle up to our bar and have our master mixologist create a custom cocktail for you to enjoy. We host regular events such as the 4th Friday Art Walk Artists Receptions, live music performances, local and statewide events. The Distillery is available for booking your private parties, as well as our Thumb Butte crew tending to your special events at other specified locations.
Reviewed By Packerfan42 - Pahrump, United States
Fun & educational! Visiting a friend, we decided to try a distillery tour and it was fun! Jim, the master distiller, gave us the tour and it was very interesting and he was excellent. Erik & Abby were gracious & fun servers/bartenders. And of course they make a great product. Tasting the different vodkas, gin, etc... was more fun knowing how it was made. We will be back again in the future.
