What to do and see in Bisbee, United States: The Best Places and Tips

February 13, 2018 Brandee Mangan

Bisbee has declined in size and vigor from its glory days as a thriving silver and copper mining town, but the decrease in population has not robbed the vitality from this historic center. A haven to artists, retirees and history buffs, Bisbee astounds visitors with vibrantly colored rock faces and picturesque houses hugging the edges of cliffs. Its history can be discovered in its numerous museums, historic staircases and a mine tour that leads deep into one of the remaining caverns.
Restaurants in Bisbee

1. Copper Queen Mine

478 N Dart Rd, Bisbee, AZ 85603 +1 520-432-2071
Excellent
73%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
2%
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4.5 based on 655 reviews

Copper Queen Mine

Reviewed By ArkansasGlen - Arkansas

Our guide was outstanding, and there is an exhibit on the important changes of mining drills which made the holes for dynamite. Remember, the temperature down in the shafts are 50-60, so wear long sleeve. The price is well worth it, and you'll learn about the men and the equipment that made Arizona.

2. Bisbee Mining & Historical Museum

5 Copper Queen Plaza, Bisbee, AZ 85603 +1 520-432-7071
Excellent
63%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
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4.5 based on 380 reviews

Bisbee Mining & Historical Museum

An affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, this small rural museum chronicles the history of the historic mining town of Bisbee through a rich display of artifacts, photographs and interesting displays.

Reviewed By B2843IYbillk - Arlington, United States

We spent about 90 minutes touring the museum. They have lots of cool displays and things to see. Not really a place that kids would like, but we did.

3. Old Bisbee Brewing Company

200 Review Alley, Bisbee, AZ 85603 +1 520-432-2739
Excellent
66%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
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4.5 based on 214 reviews

Old Bisbee Brewing Company

Reviewed By 234Glenys - Battle Ground, Washington

Make sure to stop into this great place. Friendly staff, great beer and exactly the place we like to stop. Small but welcoming. Try the taster tray and then pick your favorite (mine was the copper amber ale). Minimal food available but there are many other choices for lunch and dinner within walking distance. Give it a try!

4. Lavender Pit

Bisbee, AZ +1 520-432-5369
Excellent
33%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
2%
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1%
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4 based on 203 reviews

Lavender Pit

Reviewed By Classy99 - Vancouver,BC

We quite by accident missed the turn for the Queen Mine but were glad we did when we came upon the Lavender pit! Very impressive with informative plaques to read!

5. Bisbee Visitor Center

478 Dart Road, Queen Mine Tour Building, Bisbee, AZ 85603 +1 520-432-3554
Excellent
48%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
4%
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4 based on 41 reviews

Bisbee Visitor Center

Reviewed By bLiselotte - Palatine, Illinois

I started my visit here which is also the starting point for the Queen Mine tour. Loads of information on mining. It has lots of brochures for the area and a great gift shop.

27 Main St, Bisbee, AZ 85603-9901 +1 520-432-5877
Excellent
90%
Good
5%
Satisfactory
5%
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5 based on 20 reviews

Belleza Fine Art Gallery

Belleza Fine Art Gallery has 26 artists from all over the world. We are also associated with the Renaissance House, a nonprofit treatment center for homeless women and their children. We sell their handmade extraordinary adirondack furniture for them and have a computer lab located in Belleza where they learn computer skills. We offer you fresh chocolate chip cookies all day, every day (for the last 15 years). But more importantly we strive to welcome and honor you, whether you make a purchase or not.

Reviewed By sandrineanne - New York City, New York

Amazing gallery! Including Lou's paintings and most proceeds go to a great cause! A must go to place

7. Copper Queen Post Office

6 Main St, Bisbee, AZ 85603-9901
Excellent
71%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
0%
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4.5 based on 23 reviews

Copper Queen Post Office

Reviewed By mjc404 - Derby, United Kingdom

This is a really wonderful, and very unusual, building which dates back to the end of the 19th century. The architectural style, with open galleries all around it, both on the first floor and the second floor, is simply amazing. The interior is also fantastic with the post office and the library.

8. The Muheim Heritage House Museum

207 Youngblood Hill Ave, Bisbee, AZ 85603 +1 520-432-7698
Excellent
55%
Good
45%
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4.5 based on 11 reviews

The Muheim Heritage House Museum

Reviewed By sscavo - Tucson, Arizona

We had a wonderful tour of this historic residence. Enjoyed our guide and was fascinated by the home. If you're into this type of thing you won't be disappointed.

9. Bisbee Restoration Museum

Fair building at 37 Main Street, Bisbee, AZ 85603, Bisbee, AZ 85603
Excellent
76%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
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8%
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4.5 based on 12 reviews

Bisbee Restoration Museum

Reviewed By NewLondonCTAdrift - Phoenix, Arizona

The docent was a lovely informative lady. The items on display were one of a kind. The toasters in the front window were a surprising favorite of mine. Neat old building, used to be a high end dept store.

10. Finders Keepers Antiques & Collectibles

81 Main St, Bisbee, AZ 85603-9901 +1 520-432-2900
Excellent
84%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
16%
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

Finders Keepers Antiques & Collectibles

Finders Keepers Antiques & Collectibles is more than an Antique store – it’s an antiques, home furnishings, jewelry and gift emporium all rolled into one. In addition to a large selection of antiques and vintage jewelry, you will find Bisbee turquoise, local art and handcrafts, quality furnishings, minerals, beading and jewelry making supplies and contemporary and vintage Mexican and Native American handcrafts. A complete line of hand-selected greeting cards and recycled gift wrap make it easy for Finders Keepers to be your one-stop gift store. Services include an on-site ISA-accredited appraiser, quality consignment services and auction listings.From vintage to contemporary, Finders Keepers Antiques and Collectibles is your choice for home furnishings, jewelry and unique gift items!

Reviewed By AliceHamers - Bisbee, Arizona

You can flnd lots of treasures here. There's a wide range of collectibles and a wide range of prices. You can easily spend an hour browsing, hunting, maybe finding just what you've never thought you needed. Shopping the stores of Tombstone Canyon in Bisbee is indeed a pleasurable way to spend a morning, afternoon or evening.

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