Tombstone, Arizona
If you are interested in the Wild West, you won’t find a more authentic western experience than Tombstone, Arizona. Here you can walk the same streets as Wyatt Earp, explore the infamous Birdcage Theater, and see individuals living their dream of time travel back to the heyday of Tombstone. The small town is definitely one of the best preserved of all the old west towns and a must-visit destination for history buffs. Here are some recommendations for fully experiencing the real Tombstone.
Guided Tour:
Tombstone Walking Tours by Dr. Jay
You will enjoy your visit more if you know the details of “The Town Too Tough to Die”. Watch the popular movie “Tombstone” before your visit, and then be sure to book a guided walking tour to learn more. Even if you think you know everything about Tombstone, you will be surprised to learn the town still has secrets to reveal. Dr. Jay does a great job of bring the old west to life and you are sure to enjoy his walking tours.
http://www.tombstonewalkingtours.com/
Bed and Breakfast:
Tombstone Bordello Bed and Breakfast
Lodging is limited in Tombstone, so you may want to consider this local B&B for its history (the proprietors state that the 1881 property was once a house of ill-fame owned by Big Nose Kate), and, its proximity to the town’s highlights (a short walk away). In the warmer months, the pool and garden are particularly appealing.
http://www.tombstonebordello.com/
Sightseeing:
Allen Street
Birdcage Theater
Boot Hill Graveyard
Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park
All Wild West enthusiasts visiting Tombstone should plan to wander down Allen Street to mingle with the costumed characters on the boardwalk, tour the inside of the Birdcage Theater, wander around Boot Hill, and spend time in the Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park to learn about the area. If you love western movies, western lore, or are fascinated by old west history, you will enjoy these destinations.
http://azstateparks.com/Parks/TOCO/index.html
http://tombstonebirdcage.com/
http://www.tombstonechamber.com/
http://www.tombstonechamber.com/Boothill-Graveyard
http://www.tombstoneweb.com/index.html
Guided Tour:
Tombstone Walking Tours by Dr. Jay
You will enjoy your visit more if you know the details of “The Town Too Tough to Die”. Watch the popular movie “Tombstone” before your visit, and then be sure to book a guided walking tour to learn more. Even if you think you know everything about Tombstone, you will be surprised to learn the town still has secrets to reveal. Dr. Jay does a great job of bring the old west to life and you are sure to enjoy his walking tours.
http://www.tombstonewalkingtours.com/
Bed and Breakfast:
Tombstone Bordello Bed and Breakfast
Lodging is limited in Tombstone, so you may want to consider this local B&B for its history (the proprietors state that the 1881 property was once a house of ill-fame owned by Big Nose Kate), and, its proximity to the town’s highlights (a short walk away). In the warmer months, the pool and garden are particularly appealing.
http://www.tombstonebordello.com/
Sightseeing:
Allen Street
Birdcage Theater
Boot Hill Graveyard
Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park
All Wild West enthusiasts visiting Tombstone should plan to wander down Allen Street to mingle with the costumed characters on the boardwalk, tour the inside of the Birdcage Theater, wander around Boot Hill, and spend time in the Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park to learn about the area. If you love western movies, western lore, or are fascinated by old west history, you will enjoy these destinations.
http://azstateparks.com/Parks/TOCO/index.html
http://tombstonebirdcage.com/
http://www.tombstonechamber.com/
http://www.tombstonechamber.com/Boothill-Graveyard
http://www.tombstoneweb.com/index.html
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