Fun things to do in Kingman: 12 fun attractions and activities

A great stop on Route 66! The Kingman Visitor Center is not only full of local information, but also has a charming Route 66 museum inside. The staff were super friendly and helpful. It’s a great place to take a break, grab some brochures, and learn a bit about the area’s history. Don’t miss the gift shop—lots of fun Route 66 souvenirs!

Kingman Visitor Center is a wonderful stop on Route 66! The building itself is historic and beautifully maintained, and inside you’ll find lots of useful information about the area, maps, and friendly staff ready to help with travel tips. There’s also a small museum and great Route 66 memorabilia that make the visit even more interesting. A perfect place to learn more about the region and plan the next part of your journey.

Cool area to Strech + charge your Tesla. The visting/gift shop area Alot to see & buy in a historic building. That Route 66 drive through where you drive you're car it's cool. The line can get Long Fast.

Excellent pit stop between Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon. Restrooms and water available. There is a train model on the second floor, and steam engine across the street.

Like this visitor center a lot. I did nog do the museum but the visitor center by itself was informative and joyful.😀

I visited here on a perfect day to be super delighted with the architecture of the building bathing in the morning sun. The electric car museum downstairs was wonderful, and I enjoyed the various exhibits, some of which are not seen elsewhere. The tour guide took us around and explained the details nicely. They have a lot of parking some of which are ♿ reserved for the differently abled with clear signs on them. The entrance is also accessible for a wheelchair bound person.

It's a nice little building. There is a Tesla charging station outside. A gift shop downstairs. The main store also downstairs, the owner not very welcoming however. I felt like we were just being watched the whole time we were there. Really cool Route 66 train upstairs. There is also a museum, didn't go in, but it is a $10 charge for those interested. Restrooms are avaliable.

Went there thinking to sit at a picnic table and have breakfast. Alas no place to sit. But it does have the locomotive and the caboose. There were some piles of trash. Walked around it once. Some transients

I was truly excited to see the old locomotive at Locomotive Park! It made me reflect deeply on the brilliant minds and hard work of people in the past who made our modern lives so much easier. A big thank you to the City of Kingman for making this historic treasure accessible to the public. I’ve shared the park’s location on several platforms so others can enjoy and appreciate it too!"

Wow, thats a massive locomotive. It's wheels are as huge as a standing human. Trains are made much bigger in the past. Other than the locomotive itself, there's also a caboose and an interesting waypoint sign.

Nice place to stop and let children run around. However, the restrooms close at noon. There are two Sonora cacti and others on the corner. That is always nice to show people who have never seen them before.

Very nice park. Needs a bit more history and upkeep.

This is a nice little park across the street from the Kingman Visitor Center. A tiny footbridge provides access to the park to meet and greet a huge railway engine stationed there to awe the visitors. This is no ordinary thing, it's a beast, it is a big boy. ♿ The park is accessible for a wheelchair-bound person.

Find a map of the self guided walking tour with QR codes to enrich the e pierence. This engin is BIG! Stairs let you climb up to the engineers' viewpoint but does not give access to the control room. Same with the caboose. There is a shaded picnic table at one end by the train and and people who look like homeless are keeping cool on the opposite end. There is a community notice board and scooters that are rentable. NO DOGS are allowed at this park.

Lovely small museum. Lots of great artifacts, local rocks, and informative exhibits. Gift shop had good selection and prices. Friendly staff helped us in gift shop.

A single pass got our whole family in and the pass also allows entrance to the bonelli house and the route 66 museum. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We walked through the hall of presidents and first ladies. My favorite area was the local history of the native Americans and the areas mining and ranching. They have a very nice mineral exhibit and many other items of the area's history. My family also enjoyed being able to play a real working organ. The gift shop is well stocked and items are decently priced. They also have an exploration area when children and adults can examine items more closely. It was a very nice museum and my family truly enjoyed it.

This place is definitely worth checking out if you’re in Kingman. It’s full of interesting history—from Route 66 to the stories of the indigenous people who lived in the area. There’s a lot to see, and it’s all really well put together. What makes it even better is the price. For just $20, you get access to all three museums—the Mohave Museum, the Historic Route 66 Museum, and the Bonelli House. That’s a great deal, and honestly, you won’t find a better bang for your buck. If you're in town, make sure to stop by. You won’t regret it.

We visited the Mohave Museum of History and Arts during an over night while passing through, May, 2023. We didn't expect the museum to be a nice as it turned out to be. We liked the Arizona Route 66 Museum across the street at the power house. We expected that to be the best one of the three connected museums. As it turned out, we liked the Mohave better. This museum had a really nice collection. Starting with the Presidents and First Ladies of the United States Of America. Then it just went in different directions as the museum went on. I really liked it. It even had a small movie theater. There is also a library on site. As well as the expected, gift shop you will exit through. All in all a really nice museum. This museum is also very close to the other museums and parks. There is a deal where if you pay admission for one museum, you get admission to all three museums at no extra cost. We went to one museum the afternoon before when arriving in town. Then went to the Mohave the next morning with no extra charge. We didn't go to the third museum as we wanted to get back on the road. The ticket prices as of May, 2023 were $10 for adults. But $6 for adults over 60 years old. As I said, if you pay admission to one Museum. You get admission to two additional museums for no additional coast. Just do not lose the ticket they give you. It also works good as a book mark. So if you're in the Kingman area. Here's a fairly inexpensive way to spend some time with up to three museums. As such, it should be obvious that I recommend them.

Great museum to stop by on your way to/from Vegas to Grand canyon national Park. Very quiet and for $10 per head you can cover three attractions. Children's 12 and below are free. Plenty of historic artifacts collectibles to view. Friendly staff and peaceful setting.

Stopped in after going to the nearby Route 66 Museum and found this to be an interesting follow-up. Admission here is basically a package deal with a small fee of just ten dollars giving you entrance to this museum as well as the Route 66 facility and the historic Bonelli House. The Mohave Museum focuses on the history and environment of Mohave County with a set of dioramas depicting the earliest Native American inhabitants, to the arrival of settlers from the East, and on to the modern age. Another section discusses the history of mining and ranching in the area - key parts of Kingman's history. Also significant to Kingman was the former army air field founded during World War 2 and that's covered by various artifacts including a preserved piece of B-17 bomber nose art. A taxidermied display of animals covers the local fauna while a variety of smaller displays are about all sorts of esoterica such as presidential portraits, Native American crafts, doll houses made by locals, Asian American representation in Mohave County, and so on. A small gift shop has a selection of local souvenirs and handicrafts. Overall it's a fairly eclectic collection that should prove interesting to anyone who's interested in some local color and history.

Right off the I-40, the museum features Western history, Indigenous people history, and a bit of Hollywood movia memorabilia, and a presidential portrait gallery. Nice gift shop. Only $6 for seniors. Stop in.

Cozy little museum run and staffed by very friendly volunteers who either worked on the railroad or are big train buffs or both. Located inside the restored Kingman train depot dating from 1907 which still functions as an actual stop for the Amtrak Southwest Chief, the museum has two main rooms. One has the entrance, a small library, a children's area, and various train-related artifacts, while the other has three large model train layouts in HO, N, and O gauge. At just two dollars for the entrance fee, it's well worth a visit.

An absolute GEM! We received first class service when we visited. Started off with a personalized tour by Mark who gave us background and insight on many of the donated artifacts. (Some that even came from his family, you really felt the love there!) We were then guided into the model room where there were multiple tracks going and it was fun checking out the replicas of some of our favorite spots in Kingman and the surrounding area. The energy was alive everytime a Santa Fe train passed by with its many cargo shipments. We then movies back into the museum side to check out the gift shop area and the kids played on the 2 toy train tables they have, while I hung out in the comfy train literature section. I loved the fact there was 2 toy train tables as it allowed both of the kids to operate their trains undisturbed by the other. Great feature! The amazing customer service coupled by the excitement of the trains and offerings of this museum, made for an adventurous afternoon. Thank you so much for giving us such a great memory on our trip!!

Wonderful surprise. Small, intimate museum with volunteer RR club members who will talk trains with anyone interested. There are 3 track layouts and a small library along with a collection of artifacts. Well worth a walk through to stretch legs on a road trip.

Kingman Railroad Museum Route 66 Kingman, Arizona Yesterday we decided to revisit the Kingman Railroad Museum. Our last visit was probably was several years ago. The admission price is $2.00 per person. It was a great experience. I love watching model trains and was fascinated by the small details on each of the segments. There was even a guy climbing a mountain trying to get away from a bear. Of course there is lots of history that can be seen throughout the museum. The people working there were all very friendly and informative which made the experience great. They were so great to speak with.

Small but great history of railroad in area. Volunteers very knowledgeable regarding the electric sets and history of toy trains. Clean bathrooms. Able to see large trains go by. $2 admission.

This is a Model Railroad Museum. It is in an old railroad station. Great place to visit, it is run by very friendly people. Love watching the old trains running along the tracks, they did a very wonderful job setting the scenery. This place stays open by donations. When you're in Kingman you need to stop by, wonderful place to take your children and also for the adults. Would love to go back when I'm in Kingman again.

We've had a wonderfull expercience, Mark was a great guide. Told us everything about the history of the place.

Loved the history of this house and the family that once occupied it. It is amazing that this family donated it all to the city of Kingman. A must see if in the area Plus the tour guides are very knowledgeable

I loved the history of the Bonelli family and their home. The original wooden home burned and was rebuilt using 20" thick lava rock called Tuff. I'm sure this is why it is still standing today. There's much more I could share but I think a visit would make it more memorable.

This was a fun little tour of the Bonelli House, and my tour guide was thorough and informative. The entrance fee was minimal. The house holds many of the original furnishings and was so very charming. At the end of the tour I was given a voucher for free entrance to the following: The Mohave Museum of History & Arts The Route 66 Museum & The Bonelli House **I'm not sure if this voucher is given to every person who pays for entrance into the Bonelli House **

One of the interesting attractions in Kingman is the historical Bonelli House ($2 suggested donation) which was built in 1915, representing an example of Anglo Territorial Architecture. Opening Hours 11am to 3pm (Monday-Friday). This century old homestead was built out of local tufa stone by George Bonelli and was used by the Bonelli family until 1973 when it was purchased by the city of Kingman. The exterior of the house is very interesting to see if you enjoy architecture. You can also tour the inside of the Bonelli House, being led by a local volunteer who will take you through various rooms of the house, explaining the period furniture available to be seen. Overall, this is a neat building to see both on the inside and out and is worth 30-45 minutes of your time if sightseeing in the Kingman area.

Nice home to tour..very well maintained..Mr.Bonelli was certainly ahead of his time..he had invented a way to get his wife hot water in her kitchen and had many conveniences most people knew nothing about for years after..Interesting to know that when the family sold the home to the town it was with the understanding it would always be preserved and several of the great great grandchildren continue return to tour the house

Wonderfully preserved historic home with mostly original items. Andy was very pleasant and knowledgeable about the family, the house, and the town.

I arrived at the Bonelli house and was a couple minutes behind another couple. But when I got to the door there was a sign that stated tour in progress, wait on bench. I was only about 90 seconds behind the other couple, but I sat and waited on the bench. Its 53° and windy after about 15 minutes I was cold and went back to my car. I waited. When a couple people left the house, i asked them if the tour was over and they confirmed it was. The sign hadn't changed, but they had just left. I walked up to the house and opened the door where a rude man blocked my entrance and insisted I couldn't come in. I said I just talked to the couple they said the tour was over and he stated he was just finishing up and I had to leave. Honestly, I get trying to do these things with limited manpower, but I have a very low tolerance for rude people. And that man was very rude. I just left without waiting around. There are 2 other museums in town that employ polite knowledgeable people and I would recommend heading in that direction.

Good little hike…we didn’t go all the way up. But did a big loop took about an hour. I wasn’t prepared and I wore flip-flops!! 😆 There was a water fountains (even for a dog) the water was warm lol but we were grateful. We will go back. We didn’t see any animals except small birds.

Very nice scenery. The trail was pretty rough in spots, but that's expected. It was a very nice day as well which made the experience even better.

Historical trail with views and wildlife. Best not to make this hike in the summer for I would be concerned about snakes. Well marked trail and enjoyable.

Nice quiet hiking. I did this in fall. Not sure if attempt this in summer with potential snakes. Beautiful views! Unfortunately, there has been some vandalism on the cliffs right as you enter trails. Those who did that should be ashamed of themselves!!!

So many new trails have been added to this system. It's great for hiking and MTB.

Both my Wife and I enjoyed our morning hike with views of historic wagon wheel impressions made by the 16’ wagons carting silver and gold from Stockton Mines. Awesome day! No fees, no restrooms bring water and food. My Wife walks with a cane and with a few assists from me she did great and we had a fabulous time.

The trail system is magnificently designed. Great little spot for all ages for hiking, mountain biking or just walking in this geological wonder with family.

Lots to see and learn. Gift shop & staff is great. Lots of information on travelling Route 66. RV parking. Wonderful props & pictures from back in the day.

The museum was a really nice stop in Kingman, AZ to understand the origin and decline of Route 66. It only cost $10 per person and kids 12 and under are free. The video is lengthy and slightly dated but provides a wealth of information for each AZ town on Route 66. The electric car portion was a nice addition.

Pretty cool little museum in Kingman. Very inexpensive with some really cool photos and artifacts. There's an electric car room in the museum. It was really fun to see the progression of electric cars and how early in our history that they were being invented. Great way to spend an afternoon!

We visited the museum when charging at the superchargers in the parking lot. Busy because Friday. It's a small but decent presentation. As far as we could tell, it was free to get in. There's a substantial souvenir store, where we bought our Arizona keepsake. There are 2 stories, with stairs and an elevator. Tip: the restroom on the second floor is less busy.

This is a fun stop. You buy 1 ticket here for entrance to 3 attractions in town. This was a great place to start our exploration of Kingman.

Great little stop. There is a couple pictures opportunities outside and around the Museum. The museum itself was a little small for the price but pretty good. The price did include the Mojave Museum but its closed on Mondays.

Really cute gift shop with a museum on the second floor. In the parking lot, you can take pictures with Rte 66 signs and drive your car through one of them. Lots of informational brochures for the entire state.

I stopped as I was heading out of town which happened to be just after 11:00am on a Monday. I'm so glad I stopped. Not only was I able to taste some great rums and a unique vodka, I had a great time learning interesting fun facts from their tasting specialist. I spent more time there then anticipated but that just means that it was better than I expected it would be which is a good thing. If I didn't have places to be I would have done a 2nd tasting to sample some of their reserve rums that are said to rival a good whiskey. So, plan a visit. There is a cost for the tasting but I thought it was worth it because of the variety. Plus you get a souvenir shot glass.

So impressed with this place. 2 beautiful Dark wood bars. The Agave Rum was my favorite. Impressive collection of distilled and flavored olive oils and drink mixes. Take time and relax at this place, enjoy their atmosphere.

if you're ever in the mood for some good spirits and a chill vibe, you gotta check out Desert Diamond Distillery. This place is super welcoming right from the get-go. It's got that laid-back, friendly atmosphere where you can just relax and enjoy yourself. We stopped in on a Sunday afternoon while staying in Kingman for work. We wanted to checkout some of the local places. The service here is fantastic. Everyone working there is helpful and genuinely friendly, making you feel right at home whether you're there for a tasting or just to grab a bottle. It's not one of those stuffy places; it's just a really comfortable spot to hang out and learn about their spirits. Definitely a great stop if you're in the area!

Unbelievable! This place truly exceeded our expectations. Don't be put off by the location at the airport. It is worth the drive out. We are staying on the property as Harvest Host members and enjoyed an amazing lunch in one of the historic train cars. The retail store and bar are upscale and filled with delightful gift items and products. Spent a little time chatting with the owner and found out they have been in this location since 2009 and are the oldest distillery still in business in AZ. A true must see when you are in the Kingman area!

Our Friday afternoon stop was outstanding. As Harvesthost members, we were allowed to stay on distillery grounds for free and park our 36 foot RV and the Jeep in their parking lot. We took advantage of their hospitality and made a reservation to eat the delicious sandwiches in the old train car. Later in the afternoon we sampled their outstanding Rum flights while the owner John gave us a detailed description of his creations. Overall a super nice experience, plenty of room to accommodate our rig, grounds and facility are clean, people are welcoming and the spirits are wonderful ! Thank you for your hospitality Desert Diamond Distillery.

An amazing experience in a small batch distillery who does things with quality in mind. Staff are awesome, grilled cheese panani on the dining car from 1918 was fun and tasty. The spirits were impressive: Agave Rum, Moonshine, and their 7 year whiskey were impressive also. Give them a shot! They are also a Harvest Host, look that up if you have an RV!

While driving along Route 66 you can find real gems like Diamond Distillery in Kingman. I really recommend stopping there – they have award-winning rums and also a very good corn whisky. The best thing is that you can try everything in a tasting menu and then walk out with the bottle you liked the most. Totally worth it!

Kingman Rotary club held the Art in the Park event here over mothers day weekend. This is a beautiful little park that was perfect for a fun family event like this. I was happy to be a part of it and be able to spread some joy by serving up some delicious snow cones.

Stopped for lunch on our way to the Grand Canyon. Nice park!

Route 66 rotary club out on such a nice event at this park, today and tomorrow. A beautiful vibe, food, drinks. Art and artisans of all kinds. So many nice shady trees, it was truly enjoyable 🤠

Free, open public bathrooms. Plus the kids enjoyed the rock wall. It's across the street from the big steam engine, which the kids loved exploring too. A great free pit stop on trip between Vegas and Phoenix. Wonderful place for a picnic too.

Beautiful park, lots of shade tree's. My niece and nephew in-law were married there today October 10, 2020, it was perfect.

It would be a very nice park if they fixed it up a bit. The shade from the trees is nice. Lots of birds to look at! Unfortunately there's alot of dead hanging branches. The trees need to be maintained better. The bathrooms are always gross. Alot of rough looking people always laying on the picnic tables. Yesterday there was a woman yelling and standing in the road in front of the park. And the handicap swing is broken. One of the baby swings was replaced with a brand new one that has new chains and everything. But the others look antique and the chains are and screwed up.

Nice little area with plenty to do. There's a stage for performances and a playground for kids. Easily accessible and very well maintained.

Nice park with green grass! My dog loved running here with nice dogs! Nice mountain view with shelter for the humans from the sun! We had a nice time here! There is water for your dogs.

Took my dog to the Dog Park section...Has separated parts for small dogs under 30# & bigger dogs. Some shade & lots of green grass to run & play on. Water grom a Fountain supplies water for your pooch. Meet some regulars..Awesome folks there.

Great park! Pit stop on our drive from California to Flagstaff. Perfect place to stop with a dog, 3 gated dog parks with grass! (Large, small, mixed size areas). Nice shaded areas , grass well maintained. Bathroom had soap, almost perfect! Unfortunately there was wet toilet paper waded up and stuck above the stall doors :/ All in all an above average pit stop and a great community park.

It's a wonderful Park. We seem to meet a lot of people that are traveling and stop by the park for their dogs or just to kick back at the park. They do have public restrooms. And they're in the process of upgrading the park. You must stop by and check it out if you're in town

How fun is this! Must stop for photos. Off-Grid Road Trippin , you tube channel

Love all the upgrades...Except...the Concrete job under the 66 sign looks like crap..and someone could trip on the rocks they layed down..should have smoothed out the Concrete...looks Very bad...needs to be re-done...otherwise everything else is beautiful 😍

Excellent place. Great dog park

Beautiful place to hike! I’ve been here twice, once in mid November and again mid April, and will be back again. April is good for viewing all the blooming cactus and other various wild flowers. Bring sturdy shoes and plenty of water. If you don’t have a trail app of some kind there is a good map at the parking area you can take a picture of and use to help guide you.

Nice trail, watch for coyotes and cows, there's plenty of both. Bring lots of water, there's no shade. The trail is pretty level, not too bad with inclines and declines. Lots of ankle breaking rocks though, bring good shoes. Probably not the best trail for people with walkers or other multi-legged mobility aids. I only went about a mile before I turned around due to the heat

Just...wow. I didn't imagine there was such beauty in the desert near Kingman, AZ. It reminds me of the Granite Dells in Prescott: sun-worn, ancient rock formations for miles, with the Hualapais in the background. I tended to stop after work, near sunset, and the moon was waxing toward full. The light as the sun descends behind the plateau to the west is magical. The trails range in length and difficulty. Download a map beforehand or use alltrails or a similar app. It's easy to construct a loop journey to your liking and ability. Don't forget water! You can park off the highway on the way to Kingman from Golden Valley, or at the other end of the park just to the west of town.

Beware of cows! I enjoyed the beginning of the trail, as it was very pretty. However, after a little awhile I came across a big cow with horns and it terrified me! If you wanna hike on this trail I’d recommend bringing someone with you.

Amazing place to hike!!! Loved every minute of it. The views are stunning.

This was a really great excursion to get out of the car and stretch your legs for a couple hours. I didn't look carefully enough at the map before I went so I ended up walking quite a bit further than I had planned. There are sections that look a little bit like a miniature monument valley. My cell phone pictures do not do it justice. Definitely bring water and prepare, there's essentially no shade. Thoroughly enjoyable few hours if you stop often taking too many pictures.

Nice area to hike. Quite a few miles of trails around cool rock formations. Looking at a map or bringing one on your phone is probably a good idea. We saw people biking and hiking but it also looked like there had been praise recently.

🌟 Finally saw the famous Route 66! I’ve heard the name "Route 66" in so many movies over the years, and today I finally got to see it with my own eyes. It was an exciting moment, but honestly, I don’t know much about its history. I’m curious to learn more about why it’s so iconic. If anyone has info or recommendations, feel free to share!

Major shout out to those that maintain the historic route 66 downtown sign in Kingman, Arizona. Definitely a nice little spot to get a photo opportunity Kingman Arizona has this like nifty 50s theme where like all the cars and diners are 50 themed so it’s really fun to go to see this rich history. if you go cross country or just happen to be around Kingman, Arizona I highly recommend you check it out. It’s worth getting out the car to walk and see stretch out your legs. See the scenery.

Great place on historic Route 66 to get photo of your cruise along the Mother Road. 👍

Fantastic photo op

So fun exploring and seeing new places and things

Very neat visit to a historic part of what made America

No place to park.