Recent visitors heartily recommended sauntering around Flagstaff's Historic Downtown and Railroad District, citing friendly locals, open-air music and countless places to eat, drink and shop.

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FLAGSTAFF, AZ ... in downtown Flagstaff to see a giant pinecone drop every year. It’s not only a Flagstaff tradition but also one of the top 10 ball drops in the country. The historic ...