Southside Travel Guide
Flagstaff
Popular places to visit
Northern Arizona University
Explore the campus of Northern Arizona University during your trip to Flagstaff. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Arizona Snowbowl
Hit the slopes at Arizona Snowbowl during your trip to Flagstaff. Take in the lively festivals and mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Lowell Observatory
This observatory is famous for discovering the dwarf planet Pluto and features many educational activities, historic telescopes and events for visitors.
Meteor Crater
Study a massive impact crater, created by a meteorite in the northern Arizona desert that hit earth about 50,000 years ago.
Flagstaff Extreme
Enjoy a trip to Flagstaff Extreme and popular activities such as hiking in Flagstaff. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Walnut Canyon National Monument
Explore the great outdoors at Walnut Canyon National Monument and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Flagstaff. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the hiking trails.
Top hotels in Southside
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Flagstaff Downtown, AZ
Nice and clean, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Little America Flagstaff
Absolutely loved the location and the stay. Convenient location and close to restaurants and shopping
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hotel Aspen InnSuites Flagstaff/Grand Canyon
Comfortable. Convenient location near restaurants. Close to train tracks, but didn’t hear train after about 9pm so guessing it doesn’t run during normal sleeping hours.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
High Country Motor Lodge – Near NAU/Downtown
Loved the vintage aesthetic! Very clean and had a great time staying there.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Flagstaff
Did not try breakfast. Room HVAC unit had front facia pulled loose, heat did not work correctly. Night clerk was ubfriendly, acted like she did not want to be there. Not helpful.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Flagstaff
Lots of staff getting in the way right now because they're changing out beds. Beds in boxes all over the halls on my floor. Bfast was pretty good but area for it is too open and chaotic and it isn't set up all that fluidly. Price was higher than I think I originally saw on this site too. I think ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southside
Downtown Flagstaff
If you're spending some time in Downtown Flagstaff, Heritage Square and Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra are top sights worth seeing.
Old Town Flagstaff
Old Town Flagstaff is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Heritage Square and Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra while you're in town.
La Plaza Vieja
While there might not be top attractions in La Plaza Vieja, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lowell Observatory and Flagstaff City Hall.
Cherry Hill
When in Cherry Hill, you can plan a visit to Heritage Square and Flagstaff City Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Pine Knoll
While Pine Knoll may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Walkup Skydome and Lowell Observatory.
Switzer Mesa
Though Switzer Mesa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Heritage Square and Flagstaff City Hall.
