En the trip from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon of the Colorado along Interstate 40, a route that was actually the historic Route 66, you will arrive at Williams.
This is the town from where you will turn north to take the road that, with only 88 kilometers, will allow you to reach the Grand Canyon, on its southern edge (South rim).
But before heading towards the National Park of Grand Canyon, it is worth stopping at Williams.
In fact, this town has a long tradition of stopping at the Ruta 66.
In Williams you will find bars, restaurants and several motels where you can spend the night. Staying in one of them would be a good option if you can't find a room in one of the Grand Canyon Village hotels, or on the way to the national park.
Twitters Bar in Williams
For this stop Ruta 66In addition to taking a short walk, it is essential that you go to the striking Twisters bar, which is advertised as a Soda fountains from the 50's.
You will not be disappointed because thanks to its careful decoration you will have the full feeling of finding yourself in a typical American bar from the 50's.
El Twisters bar It is, without a doubt, one of the most recommended visits in the Ruta 66 for Arizona.
Finally, I tell you that Williams is also known for being the town from where you can go to the Grand Canyon on a historic steam train, which has become a new tourist attraction.
It is undoubtedly an original way to get to the national park.
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