The town of Williams was founded in the late 1800's and named for Bill Williams, the famous trapper and mountain man. The town has a historic district with restored shops and saloons, and bills itself as the "Gateway to the Grand Canyon".
Grand Canyon Deer Farm, located east of Williams, is a petting zoo with deer, llamas, donkeys and other tame animals. There are 60-80 fallow deer who will greet visitors and their fawns are seen throughout the park from June to August.
Address: Grand Canyon Deer Farm, 6769 East Deer Farm Road, Williams, AZ 86046-8406, United States
Phone: 1 (928) 635-4073, Fax: 1 (928) 635-2357
Hours:
January 1 to March 15: 10am-5pm
March 16 to October 15: 9am-6pm
October 16 to December 31: 10am-5pm
Always closed on: Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November ), Christmas - Christian (December 25)
The Grand Canyon Railway operates a restored 1923 coach that travels from Williams to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. During the tour, the crew presents local and Grand Canyon folklore and history while strolling musicians visit the cars. As well an old fashioned shoot out and train robbery delight the passengers!
Address: Grand Canyon Railway, 233 North Grand Canyon Boulevard, Williams, AZ 86046, United States
Phone: 1 (303) 843-8724, Fax: 1 (303) 297-3175
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