Prescott

A DAY IN

PRESCOTT

Prescott made a reputation for itself with its historic Whiskey Row, which is known for its bars and live music venues. But there is so much more to this beautiful Arizona community.

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WHISKEY ROW

Whiskey Row is Prescott’s — not to mention one of Arizona’s — most famous streets. In its heyday, Whiskey Row was lined with saloons that welcomed many well-known cowboys and outlaws on a regular basis. Some of the saloons still operating today include Matt’s Longhorn Saloon, which has been operating since the early 1960’s; Bird Cage Saloon established in 1967 and the Whiskey Row Pub. Today, Whiskey Row is the ideal place for unique shopping, dining and entertainment. visit-prescott.com

HERITAGE PARK ZOOLOGICAL SANCTUARY

The Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary in Prescott is a nonprofit wildlife sanctuary, dedicated to the conservation and protection of native and exotic animals including the endangered Mexican gray wolf, clouded leopard, bobcat, swamp wallaby, llama, miniature horse, ringtailed lemurs and great horned owl. Visitors can enjoy seeing these animals along with a covered picnic pavilion, children’s playground and interactive animal experiences. heritageparkzoo.org Prescott is one of the best places in the world to mountain bike. You’ll find everything from higher-elevation singletrack winding through granite peaks and pine-covered mountains to technical granite slick rock structures. With over 250+ trails to choose from, there is a trail for every rider. prescottmtb.com

HIKE A SCENIC TRAIL

Take a hike on Thumb Butte, just ten minutes from downtown Prescott. From the top you can see panoramic views of prescott and many of the surrounding mountain ranges. visit-prescott.com

STRAWBERRY SCHOOLHOUSE

Information: The Strawberry Schoolhouse has been in place since the 1800s and was restored to the museum it is today. pinestrawhs.org/schoolhouse

EAT AT PAPA’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT

Enjoy a variety of pasta dishes, plus pizza, soup, salad and desserts at Prescott’s premier Italian restaurant. papasitalianrestaurant.com

VISIT THE SHARLOT HALL MUSEUM

The Sharlot Hall Museum is dedicated to preserving the history and culture of the Central Highlands of Arizona. sharlot.org

CHECK OUT THE BARLEY HOUND

The Barley Hound, a Prescott staple and the city’s beloved first gastropub, has reopened after nearly a year’s remodeling with a refreshed look and an impressive new menu. thebarleyhound.com

TRY HORSEBACK RIDING

Prescott offers some of the best horseback riding in Arizona, taking you through beautiful scenery along Big Bug Creek among rich western history. foothills-ranch.com