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Grand Canyon South Rim

Grand Canyon National Park, AZ
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Type: Canyons, Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas, National Parks
Owner description: The most developed area of Grand Canyon National Park, the South Rim offers amenities such as bus service, hotels and water stations, but is also more... more » Owner description: The most developed area of Grand Canyon National Park, the South Rim offers amenities such as bus service, hotels and water stations, but is also more crowded than the North Rim. Scenic highlights include Pipe Creek Vista and Yavapai Point. « less
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Peoria AZ
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69 reviews 69 reviews
25 attraction reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

I like to hike. If you had asked me before I tried this trail, I would have thought it was for wimps afraid to “take on” the canyon. My experience however taught me the error of my ways. First, I will suggest that this is an excellent way to see the glory of the Grand Canyon on essentially level ground... More

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Tucson, Arizona, USA
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13 attraction reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

You will never see anything like it. Plan to be there for sunrise or sunset...or even better, both. good walking shoes, a hat, sunblock, camera, binoculars, and water are a must. The restaurants are good and reasonable, but the wait can sometimes take away from enjoying why you are there.

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Chicago, Illinois, United States
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3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

We got the one day tour bus from Las Vegas to Grand Canyon the bus will pick you up in your hotel like 5:30 early morning, yes it's too early. But in case you miss the bus in your hotel don't panic you can still chase them at the other pick up points hotel. Every tourists have a slot on... More

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Edinburgh
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4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW via mobile

Many big sights can be disappointing, the Grand Canyon isn't one of those in my opinion. Last time I came here was on a fly-trip from Las Vegas. It was spectacular but very tiring with a very early morning start ,compounding travel exhaustion and jet lag. Still worth it though ... This time was an altogether more relaxing saunter from... More

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Brussels, Belgium
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9 attraction reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

South Grand Canyon is of course big, but not that impressive after the Inspiration point in Bryce Canyon. All is well organized in the park: free parking, free shuttle busses to the best view points. You can't buy water in the park, for the eco reasons, but you can refill the bottles for free at the certain points (all places... More

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essex
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12 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

A fantastic experience, would not have missed it for the world. We were on a coach trip so only there for 3 hours but enough time to spend there, Very windy and the helicopters did not fly that day because of the wind.

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Cathlamet, Washington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

We were so impressed with the Tour provided by All-Star Grand Canyon Tours, Inc,. and Tour Guide, Derek. We never would have seen all the sights if we had not had the guide. The beauty of the Canyon, history we learned...will be the highlight of our lives forever.

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Cape Sable Island, Canada
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18 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

WOrds or pictures will never describe the wondrous beauty of the Grand Canyon. We rented a car from Las Vegas and drove the 4.5 hours to get there. It was worth the drive. It is spectacular!

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Brunswick, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013

This was the most amazing place I've seen in the United States. I was lucky enough to see the sun rise and set on the canyon and it was an experience that I will never forget. I'm looking forward to a return trip soon. Everyone should see the Grand Canyon at least once in their lifetime.

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London, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013

I went to The Grand Canyon for a week white water rafting.I found this trip after reading a book that i thought was just fiction. Turns out, you can do this trip for real. There are a few different type of trips but i went on a weeks hybrid trip. Its hard to describe how amazing this trip was. https://azraft.com/... More

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