Grand Canyon Visitor Center

Category: Visitor center

Address: S Entrance Rd, Grand Canyon Village, AZ 86023, USA

Phone: +19286387888

Opening hours

Sunday: 8AM–4PM

Monday: 8AM–4PM

Tuesday: 8AM–4PM

Wednesday: 8AM–4PM

Thursday: 8AM–4PM

Friday: 8AM–4PM

Saturday: 8AM–4PM

Reviews

David A.

Jun 28, 2022

Very informative stop and filled with some fun exhibits. I particularly enjoyed that they had signs instructing you what to do based on your time available. It was very helpful based on not knowing how long everything would take. Definitely make this your first stop of the trip through the Grand Canyon.

Mary Warren

Jun 11, 2022

First time getting to Grand Canyon, South Rim. I've seen many photos of course but it is really amazing in person!! I used my upright walker. There were plenty of handicap parking spots at Lizard Lot 4, right by a bicycle rental & restrooms. I got in a good couple of hours driving the park & walking the rim...low 90°'s...busy but not crowded.

javi dooney

May 4, 2022

Good place for visitor information. Unfortunately, yesterday 03-05-2022 it was closed for staff training. What they should regularize in this national park and perhaps eradicate is that a private company provides the service of lowering tourists on mules from the top to the bottom of the canyon. First there are signs to let the mules pass first, the owners of the road are believed and it is a public space that we all maintain with the payment of our federal taxes. Secondly for animal abuse, definitely that service should be communicated to animal protection entities and be permanently closed.

Ashley DiCarlo

Apr 26, 2022

The line to get into the park was insane. Pack some snacks and have lots of patience. Truly the most beautiful place I've ever visited. One of my top 5 bucket list places to visit. It almost looked fake. You could see the shadows of the clouds rolling through the canyon as they moved and suddenly you realize it's so real. A must visit place! You will be blown away. There are only railings/brick walls in designated areas. Some areas along the edge are a straight drop down while other areas have some rock you can walk out on. If you're coming with little kids I'd recommend the designated safety areas. We saw lots of elk and deer mule which was pretty cool. A very well maintained national park.

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Questions & Answers

It's open right now?

Andre Barnes | Nov 20, 2020
Francisco Dominguez | Nov 21, 2020

Open when I went but that's about a month ago

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Are there safe and easy trails for elderly people to walk?

Nguyen Dinh | Feb 19, 2019
Rosario Soriano | Feb 20, 2019

yes

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Can I go with my small friendly dog? I mean, can I go in trails and stairs with him? Thanks

Gen Naud | Feb 19, 2020
Susan Crowley | Feb 20, 2020

Yes as far as I know

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Can handicap scooters be used?

Velma Morris | Feb 19, 2020
Lost Patrol | Feb 20, 2020

Yes

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There are car parking and how much the tikit ?

Ritu arts & vlog | Feb 19, 2020
CHINMAY UPADHYAY | Feb 20, 2020

Visitor center has car parking available with no cost. The only charges you need to pay is when you enter the Grand Canyon national park.

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Is there semi parking available I drive truck and would love to see the canyon

dragon keeper | Feb 19, 2020
H J | Feb 20, 2020

Not semis.

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Is the Grand Canyon Southern Rim open in December, 2020?

Janet Shaffer | Dec 20, 2020
Darlene Capelle | Dec 21, 2020

Yes it is open

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Is the north rim and south rim open mid october

Eloida Gonzales | Jul 23, 2020
Kim Neal | Jul 24, 2020

South Rim: (Open Year-round)

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Is it easy to find the parking space at the SouthRim?

Andy Phaya | Mar 25, 2020
Ricky Wong | Mar 26, 2020

yes during the weekdays

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Can kids go on the trail what should i wear

Chance Horne | Feb 19, 2020
Richard Rowe | Feb 20, 2020

Comfortable walking shoes if you are on the Rim trail, and sturdy hiking boots if you got one of the canyon trails. Kids can go on the Rim trail anytime. It is paved an mostly flat with great views

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Arw you guys open today on thanks giving day?

Julia D. Ordoñez | Feb 19, 2020
Francisco Leon | Feb 20, 2020

Yes and is free

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What about handicap people

Kathy Brewer | Feb 19, 2020
Karen Marshall | Feb 20, 2020

The trails around the rim are paved.

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hi i will be at NP next week and i am watching for a 2 or 3 day hike any ideas ? i hear that i need a permitt for the tonto trail is it easy to get one or is to late ? Mather campground,easy to get a spot when arriving in evening same day ?

Florian Grimm | Feb 19, 2019
Malik Tahiyat | Feb 20, 2019

I am Not very sure but Please research the hikes beforehand. Apparently, all are pretty steep and climbing back up takes almost thrice as long as to get down.

Cost to enter?

Joseph Collier | Feb 19, 2019
American_Chevy | Feb 20, 2019

You pay per vehicle, it's around 22 for the day

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Are dogs allowed in the park, on a leash of course?

Kathryn Stewart | Feb 19, 2019
Danny Carrao | Feb 20, 2019

Dogs were everywhere, it was awesome.

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After I paid to enter the vehicle, all the trail is free to me or I have to pay for some locals?

Descontextualizando | Nov 20, 2020
Michael Wall | Nov 21, 2020

Once in the park, the trails are all free for foot hiking. If you choose to ride the donkeys/mules there is a cost. There is also a bus system in the park it too is also free

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If you have a gun in your vehicle, can you enter the property?

Melissa Bowden | Feb 19, 2020
Steve garner | Feb 20, 2020

I think it says on the sign that all fire arms must be empty

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Is there overnight parking for RVers?

STEPHEN PRINCE | Feb 19, 2020
MB88 | Feb 20, 2020

You can stay overnight inside the Park

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Is there transportation available from Grand Canyon Village to Antelope Canyon?

Gracie Owens | Feb 19, 2020
Kay Jay | Feb 20, 2020

The ladies at the information center in the village are knowledgeable and have very good maps too, they guided me how to get to Zion, UT.There is also a Tourists Information Center In Tusayan ( right next to Texaco gas station). He is much more informed and has good knowledge of the area. They will be able to guide you regarding the local transport and how you can get to Antelope canyon. I was driving myself hence did not look much in to the local transport.

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Hi..me and my husband are planning to have our WEDDING VOW RENEW AND were wanting to have it there at GRAND in February..at a sight if its is possible. How do we go about it.?

Keosha Nelson | Feb 19, 2020
Liz Young | Feb 20, 2020

We were just there this past Saturday and my husband and I both thought, "wow this would be a great backdrop for a wedding". I don't know of the rules but I would call the visitor center and ask. I imagine you could do it, just would have a lot of onlookers. It's $35.00 a vehicle to get in.

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Can you drive your own car around the shuttle routes to visit different view points or is riding the shuttle the only option?

Unaiza Uzair | Feb 19, 2020
Jayme Sabin | Feb 20, 2020

Only if you get permission from park by producing a disabled plate or plaque.

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Does this place close on Thanksgiving day?

Fabian Naranjo | Feb 19, 2020
Peter Carabetta | Feb 20, 2020

Not too sure...

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How do you get to the Bottom of canyon, is there access to foot traffic or nothing but river running through ?

John Cashmore | Feb 19, 2020
Brenda Suddeth | Feb 20, 2020

You can hike or take a donkey. You must check in with the park rangers for a pass. If you go by donkey the animal takes the inside part of the trail when passing leaving you on the outside & the trail is scary narrow.

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How much for wheelchair rental?

Terry Pratt | Feb 19, 2020
Peter Carabetta | Feb 20, 2020

Didn't see that when I was there..

do persons with America the Beautiful wheelchair access passes have to pay to enter the park?

Chester Parker | Feb 19, 2020
Randy English | Feb 20, 2020

I would think so because you pay one fee for car no matter how many people are in the car.

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Is there room to park an RV when visiting the south rim?

Bill Skaggs | Feb 19, 2020
Hope Cash | Feb 20, 2020

There is a ton of spots for tour buses and RVs at several of the south Rim parking lots.

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Are there lockers in the grandCanyon village

Brian Doerning | Feb 19, 2020
Marco Bedendo | Feb 20, 2020

I don't think

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Are dogs welcome

Jerry Ryan | Feb 19, 2020
Savanna Williams | Feb 20, 2020

Yep but I don't think they can go on the tram thing so you will have to walk everywhere but as long as you're ok with that you should be good to go.

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Does it cost money to visit ?

Diana Jordan | Feb 19, 2020
Joshua Monroe | Feb 20, 2020

Depends where you go and what you do. I believe the south rim is free to visit.

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Can you get into the park after the visitor center closes?

A Google User | Feb 19, 2020
Rw Nemanich | Feb 20, 2020

The park is open 24 hours whether facilities or businesses are open is their call. We were there & other parks driving around when the visitor's are closed, the other question is whether the shuttle is running, those hours are posted on the NPS website

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Can you enter the park anytime, or do you have to go in before 5pm?

Amanda Kasper | Feb 19, 2020
Kelly Meyers | Feb 20, 2020

You can still get into the park. The visitor center is closed but the park is still open.

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Will they be open on December 25??

Luis Cabrera | Feb 19, 2019
Eric Turlington | Feb 20, 2019

I heard the south rim is open 24/7 365. And is not affected by the shutdown.

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Can you use drone? / Can I flight my drone? Thank you.

Pablo Quintero | Feb 19, 2019
Ty K. | Feb 20, 2019

No, it is currently against the rules to fly drones within any national park service site, including Grand Canyon.

I would like to walk and sleep one night, are there guide routes with shelter? Thank you

Agus M B | Feb 19, 2019
John Amador | Feb 20, 2019

If it is good canyon you have to go down to see the river and know its history that is inside

Is there small size truck parking, no trailer. Straight truck

Wayne Wells | Feb 19, 2019
Prabhat K Pathak | Feb 20, 2019

Yes they have multiple and plenty parking spots, they have 3 big parking locations close by and a bigger extension accessible by free shuttle bus pick up and drop.

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Is there Wi-Fi in the visitor's center?

Samuel Flores | Feb 19, 2019
MARTHA D THORNELL | Feb 20, 2019

Yes

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Is ATV use allowed on the dirt roads inside the National Park at the North Rim?

Kent Morby | Feb 19, 2019
Davide L. | Feb 20, 2019

No!

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This entrance closed from October 15?

kam lee | Feb 19, 2019
Greg Glass | Feb 20, 2019

South Rim is open 24x7x365. This is the address you referenced.

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Can we arrive at the Grand Canyon to do our own walking tour at 6 AM? If the answer is yes, where do we get our Tickets?

Tracy Spigelmyer | Feb 19, 2019
Sohel Arnool | Feb 20, 2019

Book it online

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My kids are jr rangers, and they're looking for the next badge. Do you have the jr ranger program

Liliana Castellanos | Feb 19, 2019
Ed Bellamy | Feb 20, 2019

Yes, they do but check the website. I think some parks don't start in April.

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How's the weather

Martin Leyva | Feb 19, 2019
Jim D | Feb 20, 2019

Check their website as they give alerts and will have a link for weather

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How many camping areas

Betty Rogers | Feb 19, 2018
Katie Kostreva | Feb 20, 2018

There are many camping areas around the park but none at the visitors center.

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Is it open now? are there any restrictions? Is it safe to bring a 2 yr old toddler?

Sai Petluru | Jul 2, 2021
jennifer mercek | Jul 3, 2021

YES it's open, some mask restrictions, limited shuttle services and some limited hour changes in restaurants etc.

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Could I buy a tickets to go to the Antelope canyon at the visitor center?

Jose Cubias | Jun 2, 2021
Baden Whitehead | Jun 3, 2021

The best way to see antelope canyon is by kayak.

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It's open now?

Henrry Oswaldo Ortiz Rodriguez | May 3, 2021
Geoffrey Owen | May 4, 2021

Yes!!!!

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How much wait time is it to get in on a Monday?

Andrew Shircel | Apr 3, 2021
Gary Benoit | Apr 4, 2021

Anout 15 min.

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