5 Cities You Didn't Know Where In Arizona

When people think of Arizona they think Phoenix, Scottsdale & Tucson. Many people don't think about the smaller cities let alone the really small cities in Arizona. If you live in Arizona you'd be surprised to know about these 5 cities you most likely didn't even know were in Arizona.

#1) Arcosanti, Arizona: According to their website "Arcosanti is a place for serenity and solitude, as well as culture and conviviality. Overnight guests get a first-hand immersive experience of life inside the arcology. As an overnight guest, you can enjoy a simple-but-elegant guestroom with beautiful canyon views, where architecture and nature work together." Cosanti Foundation started the construction of Arcosanti in 1970. It is a prototype of living concepts by late architect Paolo Soleri (1919-2013), who believed that building a sustainable city would improve the world. They grow and eat their own food, and try to live lives without hurting the environment. The cool thing is you can stay here and experience the art of community, socially, energetically and economically enriched culture.

#2 Tubac, Arizona: This small town in Arizona is about 2 1/2 hours from Phoenix. According to the website: "The first mention of Tubac in the Spanish record was in 1726, when a Jesuit priest baptized Native people there. After establishment of Spanish missions in present day Arizona Tubac became a fertile farm for wheat and other crops." Tubac has a winery, camping site, shopping and cultural attractions. You'll have to check out the Tubac Secret Garden Inn for spa and relaxation. Check out this cool place in Arizona.

#3 Camp Verde, AZ: The drive from Camp Verde to Phoenix is about an 1 1/2. If you love animals you can check out The Out of Africa Zoo, where you can hold a large snack and see giraffes walk by your car. Shop at local shops for hand crafted gifts. Learn about the heritage with local museums. If you like to gamble you can stay at the Cliff Castle Casino. With so many things to explore in this small town you won't believe you've never heard about it.

#4 Strawberry, AZ: With a two hour drive from Phoenix you could be in a quant small town with lots of lakes, fishing and hiking available. If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city you can travel north and have snow and new atmosphere in just a short time. Many people come here to camp, explore and check out the local rodeo. They have cool bed and breakfast spots along with wineries to explore.

#5 Eager, AZ: With about 4400 people living in Eager it is very small. It is a longer drive than the other small cities above. The drive is about 4 hours from Phoenix. This small city is nestled in the base of the white mountains. Many people visit Eager to ski, for the change of weather and natural habitat. According to the website: "It’s no wonder that tourism is a large part of Eagar: with over 2 million acres in the adjoining Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, numerous lakes and miles of pristine trout streams, tourists from Arizona and New Mexico flock to Eagar each year. Combined with winter skiing, sledding, and sight-seeing, it’s no wonder why Eagar has become a popular tourist destination." Check out this small destination city in Arizona.

There is nothing like exploring your state. These 5 cities have great place to explore and have a refresher weekend. Where you're just getting away from everyday life and exploring the nature around you. Many people don't even realize that it snows in Arizona. If you've been to any of these small cities or go because of this blog let us know how your experience is. Stay safe, stay focused and stay traveling. Happy Travels.