Private Flagstaff Crimes Legends and Dark History Tour

Learn how the railroad brought prosperity to the city but also claimed lives. Hear of dangerous working conditions, fatal accidents and the risks faced by workers and travelers alike. Your guide will share the events that shaped Flagstaff into an important destination along the Santa Fe Railway.

highway transformed Flagstaff into a lively destination. Continue to the Orpheum Theater where the city's nightlife flourished during the early twentieth century. Learn about Prohibition, late-night entertainment and the changing social scene that shaped downtown after dark. Discover how this historic venue has been carefully preserved while continuing to play an important role in Flagstaff's cultural life.

Learn about the hotel's role during the city's early years and the lively businesses that once surrounded it. Hear stories of frontier life, gambling and the colorful personalities who helped shape downtown Flagstaff.

Learn about the frontier years when saloons, gambling halls and frequent fires were part of everyday life. Discover how the arrival of the railroad transformed a small settlement into a bustling mountain town.

Learn about notable guests, unusual incidents and the stories that have made the hotel a local landmark for generations. Explore how Route 66 brought new visitors and unforgettable characters to Flagstaff.

Learn about notable criminal cases, early law enforcement and the legal system that served northern Arizona. Finish with the remarkable stories that reveal how the city's darker past moulded the community visitors see today.