Ghost Towns of Arizona

Historic site Apache Junction, Arizona, United States
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What to expect

Goldfield Ghost Town is a popular destination for families and travelers, offering an immersive old west experience. The town features a main street with over a dozen historic and replicated buildings, including a museum, a kid-friendly brothel, a small museum, a train ride, and a reptile exhibit. Visitors can walk around for free or pay for attractions such as the train and mine tour. The town also hosts hourly street dramas involving gunfights, and offers restaurants, shops, and gift shops. The original Goldfield ghost town burned down in 1942, but the current town has been rebuilt to recreate the old west experience. It's a great place for families to learn about the history of the gold rush and the old west, with many attractions and activities suitable for kids

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This family's experience:

Activities: We drove to several old mining towns that were abandoned after fortunes ran out. We took family photos and imagined what life was like in the Wild West

Highlights: The kids loved exploring the abandoned towns and imagining what life was like in the Wild West. We all enjoyed the beautiful scenery and the sense of history ✨