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Jerome, AZ \u2014 Biggest ghost town in the U.S. (Photo credit: filedimage, Depositphotos.com)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Residents of quirky Jerome are proud to live in the largest ghost town in the United States<\/strong>. Once a copper mining boom town, Jerome swelled to nearly 15,000 people during its heyday at the turn of the 19th century. Today, only about 500 residents remain, giving Jerome its unique, creative vibe. Visitors come for Wild West history, art galleries, ghost stories, and sweeping views of the Verde Valley<\/strong>. Having spent most of my life in Arizona, I was charmed by this mining town built into a steep hill from my first visit as a kid, and I always get a kick out of wandering its crooked streets and exploring my favorite stops. Here are 15 wicked fun things to do in Jerome, AZ<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Long-empty buildings remind visitors that Jerome is a ghost town (Photo credit: filedimage, Depositphotos.com)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

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From Wicked Town to Ghost Town<\/h2>\n

During its notorious mining days, Jerome earned a reputation as the Wickedest Town in America<\/a><\/strong>, home to 24 saloons, 18 brothels, and an opium den. After Jerome\u2019s underground mines<\/strong> closed in 1953, the town\u2019s population plummeted, leaving many houses and businesses empty. During the following decades, artists and free spirits slowly moved in, drawn by inexpensive housing and the chance to revive this small community. Jerome eventually reinvented itself as a creative hillside haven. In 1967, the town was designated a National Historic Landmark District<\/strong>, preserving more than 100 historic buildings.<\/p>\n

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Douglas Mansion, the centerpiece of Jerome Historic State Park (Photo credit: AZStateParks.com)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

1. Jerome State Historic Park & Douglas Mansion<\/h2>\n

Kick off your visit to Jerome at Jerome State Historic Park<\/a><\/strong>, housed in the stately Douglas Mansion<\/strong>. Built in 1916 by the Douglas family, who owned the town\u2019s copper mines, the mansion opened as a museum in 1965 and is the perfect place to learn about the interesting history of Jerome. Plan about an hour or two to wander through the rooms, historic photos, and mining exhibits.<\/p>\n

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The Douglas Library, restored as a period room at Douglas Mansion (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

You\u2019ll also learn about Jerome\u2019s geology and mining operations. Miniature models show how the town sits above a disconcerting Swiss cheese maze of mineshafts. And don\u2019t skip the short film, A Ghost Town Tour of Jerome, Arizona<\/strong><\/em>. Narrated by an old\u2011timey Jerome \u201cghost,\u201d it brings Jerome\u2019s rowdy history to life and even keeps kids entertained.<\/p>\n

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The abandoned Jerome High School (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

2. Ghost Tours & History Tours<\/h2>\n

Learn lore about Jerome that only a local can provide by booking a guided tour about the town\u2019s ghostly past and mining history. The Jerome Ghost Walk<\/a><\/strong> includes electromagnetic field monitors so guests can \u201cdetect\u201d paranormal activity, which adds a fun, dramatic layer to the storytelling. For the most spine-tingling option, US Ghost Adventures<\/strong> claims to run the scariest haunted tour in town. Tours of Jerome<\/a><\/strong> offers both historic and haunted experiences. My family shies away from spooky stuff, so we chose a milder historic tour with Jerome Ghost Tours<\/a><\/strong> (formerly Ghost Town Tours), with stops at mining industry sites, the long-closed Jerome High School, and the town\u2019s cemetery.<\/p>\n

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Standing above a 1,900-foot mine shaft at Audrey Headframe Park (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

3. Audrey Headframe Park<\/h2>\n

Get a glimpse of what it was like to live and work as a miner in Jerome at Audrey Headframe Park<\/a><\/strong>. You\u2019ll see old mining equipment and a 1,900\u2011foot mining shaft<\/strong>, which opened in 1918<\/strong>. Step onto the plexiglass cover and imagine riding two hours down to work each day. You can visit this historic site on your own, or you might stop here on a guided history tour of Jerome, as my family did. Note: Audrey Headframe is temporarily closed<\/strong> for restoration until further notice.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Jerome Historical Society Museum (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

4. Jerome Historical Society Mine Museum<\/h2>\n

Tucked along Main Street, the Jerome Historical Society Mine Museum<\/strong> <\/a>offers a compact but worthwhile look at the town\u2019s mining past<\/strong>. Inside, you\u2019ll find displays tracing Jerome\u2019s evolution from a booming copper camp to the offbeat community it is today. Exhibits include miners\u2019 tools, geological samples, and artifacts from saloons and gambling halls that once lined the downtown area.<\/p>\n

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Vintage vehicles at Gold King Mine Museum (Photo credit: Gold King Mine Museum)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

5. Gold King Mine Museum<\/h2>\n

Just a mile from downtown Jerome, the Gold King Mine Museum<\/a><\/strong> in Haynes offers a gritty, hands\u2011on look at life in the Wild West. Miners searching for copper here struck gold in 1901 and built a small settlement, complete with its own post office, before the boom fizzled out. Rediscovered in the 1980s, the property has grown into a sprawling recreation of a mining camp<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Visitors can wander through historic buildings, mining equipment, a working sawmill<\/strong>, and a blacksmith shop<\/strong>. Families will appreciate the farm animals at the petting zoo<\/strong> and hands-on gold panning<\/strong>. Meanwhile, history buffs and gearheads will gravitate toward a collection of more than 100 vintage vehicles<\/strong>, including Studebakers and classic Harleys.<\/p>\n

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Little Daisy Hotel, residence for many Jerome miners during the copper boom (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

6. Little Daisy Jerome<\/h2>\n

From Audrey Headframe Park, you can see Little Daisy Hotel<\/a><\/strong> on the hill above the mine shaft. Miners once lived here in hot bunks<\/strong>, sleeping in shifts between long hours in the copper mines and\u00a0overindulgent play in the city.<\/p>\n

The 40-room hotel is now privately owned and has been transformed into a luxurious rental property and event space<\/strong>. The Little Daisy hosts gatherings like weddings and corporate events of up to 160 guests, with overnight accommodations for 33 guests across its three private homes. Even if an overnight stay or grand soir\u00e9e isn\u2019t in your budget, you can still admire The Little Daisy from below.<\/p>\n

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Jerome\u2019s famous Sliding Jail (Photo credit: Marine 69\u201171, CC BY\u2011SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

7. Jerome\u2019s Sliding Jail<\/h2>\n

Built into the side of a mountain smack along the Verde Fault<\/strong> and perched over dynamite\u2011blasted mine tunnels<\/strong>, Jerome is vulnerable to sinkholes, earthquakes, and landslides. The most dramatic example of the town\u2019s precarious position is Jerome\u2019s Sliding Jail<\/a><\/strong>, which began its slow downhill creep in 1938 after a mine blast. Today, the concrete structure sits about 225 feet from its original location<\/strong> beside a parking lot. Retaining walls stabilize this unique site, and a plaque explains its history.<\/p>\n

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Raku Gallery, one of many art galleries in Jerome (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

8. Art Galleries & Artwalk<\/h2>\n

Find pottery, paintings, handmade jewelry, and other artwork in around two dozen galleries and studios <\/strong>in this ghost town. For many travelers, wandering through these creative spaces is the main reason to plan a Jerome getaway.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re in town on the first weekend of the month, you\u2019re in luck. The First Saturday Jerome Artwalk<\/a><\/strong> runs from 5 to 8 pm<\/strong>. Galleries and shops stay open late, with live music and wine tastings. Grab an Artwalk map at the Artists Cooperative<\/strong> Gallery<\/strong> or the Jerome Art Center<\/strong> in the old Jerome High School. Explore at your own pace, or hop on the free shuttle that loops between stops.<\/p>\n

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My daughter exploring Nellie Bly Kaleidoscopes (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

9. Nellie Bly Kaleidoscopes<\/h2>\n

Want to visit the world\u2019s largest collection of kaleidoscopes<\/strong>? Of course, you do. Nellie Bly Kaleidoscopes<\/a><\/strong> in Jerome is worth a visit for its impressive array of scopes made from wood, metal, and glass. Visitors are welcome to touch and peek, but families with young children should be careful in this shop, with prices ranging from novelty to downright extravagant<\/strong>. The store is named after Nellie Bly<\/strong><\/a>, a journalist and world traveler made famous in the 1800s for an expos\u00e9 she wrote about the horrific conditions of a New York mental institution.<\/p>\n

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Artist Tracy Weisel gives demonstrations at his La Victoria Glass Blowing Studio (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

10. La Victoria Glass Blowing Studio<\/h2>\n

Kids and adults alike get a kick out of watching Jerome resident and artist Tracy Weisel<\/strong> blow glass. He creates beautiful, delicate works of art at La Victoria Glass Blowing Studio<\/a><\/strong>. My kids begged me to buy a small glass pumpkin to add to our Halloween decoration collection, and I happily obliged. You can also buy bird feeders, glassware, and other glass goodies here.<\/p>\n

La Victoria Glass Blowing Studio is open noonish to 5-ish daily<\/strong>. Alas, at 4:45 pm we were too late on the day we visited. But Weisel was happy to fake it for my photo.<\/p>\n

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My kids in the lower level of Laura Williams Park in winter (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

11. Laura Williams Park<\/h2>\n

After wandering through galleries and soaking up Jerome\u2019s history, Laura Williams Park<\/strong><\/a> offers a nice spot to chill out. This small green space<\/strong> has a playground<\/strong> and shady spots to sit. During our winter visit, part of the park was lit with holiday lights, and when the weather is nice, local artists often set up tables<\/strong> to sell their work.<\/p>\n

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Wine tasting in Jerome (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

12. Wine Tasting in Jerome<\/h2>\n

Wine tasting may not spring to mind when planning an Arizona vacation, but Jerome has several tempting wine tasting rooms<\/strong>. This is thanks to Jerome\u2019s position just above the Verde Valley, known as Arizona Wine Country for its temperate climate. Some offer wine flight<\/strong>s and light bites<\/strong> like cheese boards and charcuterie platters. Vino Zona<\/a><\/strong> and The Original Jerome Winery<\/strong><\/a> are two local favorites.<\/p>\n

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Rickeldoris Candy & Popcorn Company (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

13. Old Fashioned Candy Shops<\/h2>\n

Two old-fashioned candy stores can sweeten your Jerome holiday. Rickeldoris Candy & Popcorn Company<\/a><\/strong> offers both sugary and salty treats like flavored popcorn<\/strong>, gourmet chocolates<\/strong>, and novelty candies<\/strong>. This shop makes its own popcorn in such varieties as Prickly Pear, Cheddar, and Mixed Fruit.<\/p>\n

Handmade fudge<\/strong> is the star of the show at Copper Country Fudge<\/a><\/strong>. Look for flavors like Candy Cane, Orange Cream, and Chocolate Jalape\u00f1o, along with classic favorites. They also offer ice cream<\/strong> for a cool-down in summer and hot cocoa<\/strong> to warm up during a winter visit.<\/p>\n

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The skeleton-bedecked Haunted Hamburger (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

14. Unique Restaurants in Jerome <\/h2>\n

Choose from an eclectic bunch of restaurants for a memorable meal while in Jerome. These three stand out for their ghost-town history, theming, and delicious food.<\/p>\n

Haunted Hamburger<\/h3>\n

The kitschy Haunted Hamburger<\/a><\/strong> stop has big Verde Valley views<\/strong>, ghost\u2011themed design<\/strong>, indulgent burgers<\/strong> and desserts, and a ghostly backstory about tools mysteriously disappearing during construction. My kids were particularly interested in the dumbwaiter<\/strong> used to deliver meals prepared in the kitchen upstairs to the dining room below.<\/p>\n

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Hickory smoked ribs at Bobby D\u2019s BBQ (Photo credit: Bobby D\u2019s BBQ)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Bobby D\u2019s BBQ<\/h3>\n

Don\u2019t let the huge English Kitchen<\/strong> signs painted on the adobe walls at Bobby D\u2019s BBQ<\/a><\/strong> confuse you. Established in 1899<\/strong> by Chinese American immigrant Charley Hong, the English Kitchen served American and Chinese food to Jerome miners, who hailed from around the world. The original restaurant closed in 2007, but the painted signs remain. Bobby D and his sister Kathryn now run a great smokehouse here, serving finger-licking ribs, brisket, sausage, chicken, and more from their Ole Hickory smoker<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Day of the Dead d\u00e9cor at Vaqueros Grill & Cantina (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Vaqueros Grill & Cantina<\/h3>\n

Vaqueros Grill & Cantina<\/a><\/strong>\u2018s colorful Day of the Dead d\u00e9cor celebrates Jerome\u2019s ghost town status with Mexican flair. Come for hearty, mouthwatering traditional dishes from Mexico and huge margaritas.<\/p>\n

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The Clinkscale Hotel (Photo credit: The Clinkscale)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

15. Historic Jerome Hotels<\/h2>\n

The ghost town doesn\u2019t offer modern hotels with pools or room service. Stays here are all about historic buildings, ghost lore, and being close to the best things to do in Jerome.<\/p>\n

The Clinkscale Hotel, Bar + Grill<\/h3>\n

Smack in the heart of downtown Jerome, The Clinkscale<\/a><\/strong> is a retro-chic boutique hotel<\/strong> with just six rooms. The 1899 building<\/strong> was originally a general mercantile store. Fully restored with modern finishes and opened in 2020, it\u2019s the most updated<\/strong> spot to stay in town.<\/p>\n

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The Connor Hotel during the holiday season (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

The Connor Hotel<\/h3>\n

Built in 1898<\/strong> and rebuilt with brick after two fires, the Connor Hotel<\/a><\/strong> sits right on Main Street. It consists of 12 restored rooms with old-timey vibes. Ghost seekers may want to request Room 1, where the Lady in Red<\/strong> apparition is said to make appearances. Right below is the historic Spirit Room<\/a><\/strong>, a rocking spot for live music<\/strong> that can be a lot of fun for nightlife lovers and a bit noisy for hotel guests who want to tuck in early.<\/p>\n

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Jerome Grand Hotel on top of Cleopatra Hill (Photo credit: filedimage, Depositphotos.com)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Jerome Grand Hotel<\/h3>\n

Once the United Verde Hospital<\/strong>, this 1927 building<\/strong> stood empty for decades before reopening as a hotel in 1996. Today, Jerome Grand Hotel<\/a><\/strong> is known for its ghost sightings<\/strong> and dramatic perch atop Cleopatra Hill<\/strong>. This is the biggest hotel <\/strong>in Jerome, with 30 rooms including a few suites<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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The hillside community of Jerome, AZ (Photo credit: fotoluminate, Depositphotos.com)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Jerome, Arizona FAQ<\/h2>\n

Is Jerome really a ghost town?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Yes \u2014 Jerome is considered America\u2019s largest ghost town. Its population dropped from 15,000 during the mining boom in the early 1900s to under 500 residents today, and many historic buildings remain from its mining\u2011era past.<\/p>\n

Where is Jerome located?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Jerome sits on Cleopatra Hill between Prescott and Sedona, overlooking the Verde Valley. It\u2019s about two hours north of Phoenix.<\/p>\n

How long do you need in Jerome?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

A half\u2011day works for a quick visit, but a full day or a long weekend lets you explore museums, shops, restaurants, and historic sites without rushing.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s the best time of year to visit Jerome?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Spring and fall offer the best weather. October is especially popular thanks to ghost\u2011town events and Halloween\u2011season interest.<\/p>\n

Is parking difficult in Jerome?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Parking can be tight on weekends and holidays. The town provides several public lots, but street parking fills quickly.<\/p>\n

Are there haunted places in Jerome?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Many visitors report ghost sightings at the Jerome Grand Hotel and the Connor Hotel. Several shops and old buildings also share ghost stories.<\/p>\n

Does Jerome have hotels?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Jerome has a few historic hotels plus a couple of B&Bs and vacation rentals. The Jerome Grand Hotel is the largest.<\/p>\n

What are the best things to do in Jerome?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Popular stops include the Mine Museum, Jerome State Historic Park, art galleries, the Sliding Jail, and the town\u2019s restaurants and bars.<\/p>\n

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Verde Valley sunset view from Jerome (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Explore More of Arizona<\/h2>\n

Jerome is one of my picks for the best places to visit in Arizona<\/a><\/strong> and is in good company among the state\u2019s mining towns, big cities, and national parks.<\/p>\n

If your travels include the Phoenix area, check out my in\u2011depth guide to Scottsdale with Kids<\/a><\/strong>. I cover the top museums, outdoor activities, and other amusing attractions.<\/p>\n

Heading to northern Arizona? Read my tips for visiting the Grand Canyon<\/strong><\/a> and discover the best things to do in Flagstaff<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

For those curious about desert living, get a feel for what it\u2019s like to live in Arizona<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Save These Jerome, AZ Activities<\/h2>\n

Keep this list of the best things to do in Jerome, AZ for your future travels. Just pin the image above to Pinterest. Please follow\u00a0Colleen Travels Between on Pinterest<\/a>, too!<\/p>\n

Would you like to visit Jerome? Share your comments and questions about Jerome below.<\/strong><\/p>\n

A Note from Colleen: My family paid full price for everything mentioned in this story. I will always let you know if I receive anything for free or at a discounted media rate. All opinions are mine, as always.<\/em><\/p>\n

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