As the heat starts to rise in Phoenix, Prescott is just a short drive away. It has cooler temps, refreshing drinks, delicious food and tons of great activities to do. It’s honestly a great family trip but no family needed to have a blast because there is sure to be something for everyone.
This was our first time up at Prescott and we stayed right on Whiskey Row at a little spot called Grand Highland Hotel. I picked this property because the location was great but also because the hotel had charm and personality. We were able to book adjoining rooms as well and each one, although quaint, had everything we need. And honestly, the only thing I really care about is a comfy bed and that we had!
The Grand Highland has one floor of rooms, so book early to make sure you can snag one or two. Breakfast was included each morning but we were there to explore the food scene, so we didn’t utilize it except for the kids one morning. We walked down to Founding Father’s one morning and grabbed some coffee, The County Seat was also within walking distance and we had a picnic lunch from there one day, you gotta try the chicken curry sandwich! We also had breakfast there the following morning and the coffee and avocado toast were a fav.
Also on the menu for our trip was checking out Rosa’s Pizzeria, definitely a town fav, as everybody in town seemed to be dining there that night. Kids loved the mussels and we enjoyed the rigatoni palermo and Rosa’s chicken di Sicilano. Right across the street is another one of their concepts, La Planchada, where we had cocktails and tacos for happy hour.
Sure, there were plenty of other spots to that we needed to try for food and drinks but at this point, we were full and will have to wait until next time to try even more.
Not only was our schedule packed with food but it was full of activities! I was so excited to experience all of these and I think you should give them a try too. On the way into Prescott, we stopped at Highlands Nature Center and let the kids do a little exploring. Once back in town, we did a llama hike and picnic with Arizona Back Country Llamas. The whole family got to walk with a llama, we got llama kisses and it was a really fun and unique experience.
Later that afternoon we went kayaking at Watson Lake with Born To Be Wild Adventures. Carter and I didn’t do too much exploring, since I was the only one rowing the boat and I was already tired! But Jim and Kellan explored for quite awhile. There was plenty to see, lots of little coves to explore, rocks to climb on and more. On the following morning, we did one last activity and visited the Heritage Park Zoo.
I feel like we barely scratched the surface of all the things we could do and explore in Prescott and I can’t wait to head back soon. What is your favorite place to eat or activity to do when you visit?
