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Jerome, AZ Travel Guide
Your guide to exploring Bozeman like a local.
Timeless beauty, rich history, and wide-open adventure.
FOUNDED
1883
BEST TIME TO VISIT
May – Oct
TIME ZONE
MST
WALK SCORE
78
Overview
Things to Do
Itineraries
Getting Around
Where to Stay
Best Time to Visit
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OVERVIEW
Jerome, AZ Travel Guide
Looking for things to do in Jerome, AZ beyond the gift shops on Main Street?
This former copper boomtown clings to the side of Cleopatra Hill nearly a mile above the Verde Valley, and today it's equal parts art colony, historic mining town, and one of the most haunted destinations in the American Southwest.
Between the ghost stories, the steep streets, and the real mining history behind them, a day in Jerome fills up fast.
TOP THINGS TO DO IN BOZEMAN
TOP THINGS TO DO IN BOZEMAN
1. Take the Jerome's Copper & Corpses Haunted Walking Tour—A self-guided GPS audio tour through the town's mining history and its haunted reputation, starting at the Ghost City Inn and ending at the Jerome Grand Hotel.
2. Visit the Jerome Historical Society Mine Museum—See real mining equipment and boomtown-era photographs. Adult admission is about $2.
3. Browse the Jerome Artists Cooperative Gallery—Local art, pottery, and jewelry inside a former 1899 hotel.
4. Walk the Jerome Town Steps—Climb the same stairways miners once used daily between shifts, saloons, and brothels.
5. Tour Jerome State Historic Park and the Douglas Mansion—Learn the Douglas family's mining history. Adult admission is about $7.
6. Stop by the Sliding Jail—See the concrete jail that a 1938 dynamite blast slid 225 feet down Main Street.
7. Grab a bite at the Haunted Hamburger—Jerome's most famous haunted restaurant, known for its ghost stories as much as its burgers.
8. Book a stay at one of Jerome's haunted hotels—The Jerome Grand Hotel, the Connor Hotel, and the Ghost City Inn are all said to have permanent guests.
SAMPLE ITINERARY
SAMPLE ITINERARY
Morning: Take Jerome's Copper & Corpses Haunted Walking Tour, starting at the Ghost City Inn.
Afternoon: Visit the Jerome Historical Society Mine Museum, then browse the galleries on Main Street and Hull Avenue.
Evening: Dinner at the Clinkscale or the Haunted Hamburger, then walk the Jerome Town Steps as the sun goes down.
2-DAY ITINERARY:
Add a second day for the Jerome State Historic Park and Douglas Mansion, or a day trip down the hill to Clarkdale and the Verde Canyon Railroad.
Getting Around
Food
The Clinkscale
Housed in the former bordello once run by Madam Jennie Bauters, this Main Street spot is known for its fish tacos and soup and salad bar.
Haunted Hamburger
A Jerome institution since the 1990s, famous for its burgers and its ghost stories in equal measure.
Grapes
An Italian-American restaurant open since 1996, known for its Seared Ahi and Filet Mignon, with a cozy patio and mountain views.
Free Things To Do
1. Walk Main Street and Hull Avenue—Browse the galleries and shops in Jerome's historic business district.
2. See the Sliding Jail—Free to view anytime, right in the middle of a curve on Main Street.
3. Climb the Jerome Town Steps—A free, steep walk through the old vice district.
4. Browse the Jerome Artists Cooperative Gallery—Free to enter and browse.
5. View the exterior of the Jerome Grand Hotel—Free to admire from outside, even if you're not staying the night.
THINGS WITH ADMISSION FEES:
1. Jerome Historical Society Mine Museum—About $2 for adults, free for kids 12 and under.
2. Jerome State Historic Park and the Douglas Mansion—About $7 for adults.
Luxury
Jerome Grand Hotel—the town's most famous haunted hotel, housed in the former United Verde Hospital. Roughly $180-$300/night.
Moderate
The Connor Hotel, The Surgeon's House, Ghost City Inn—all historic buildings on the tour route itself, each with their own ghost stories. Roughly $130-$220/night.
Budget
Best Western Cottonwood Inn, SpringHill Suites Cottonwood—both a short drive down the hill in Cottonwood. Roughly $100-$160/night.
Where to Stay
Explore Bozeman at your own pace with our self-guided walking tour of Downtown
Bozeman.
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FAQS
1. Is Jerome, Arizona actually haunted?
Nobody can prove it either way, but Jerome is widely considered one of the most haunted towns in the American Southwest, with ghost stories tied to hotels, former brothels, and its old hospital.
2. Do I need to buy tickets in advance for anything in Jerome?
No. The walking tour, the Mine Museum, and the Douglas Mansion all accept walk-up visitors, no advance booking required.
3. Where should I park in Jerome?
Street parking is available near Main Street, though spots can be limited on busy weekends given the town's steep hillside layout. Arrive early if you're visiting on a Saturday.
4. What should I bring for a day in Jerome?
Comfortable, sturdy shoes are a must. Jerome is built almost entirely on a steep hillside, and most streets involve real elevation change.
5. Is Jerome family-friendly?
Mostly, though several ghost stories and historical stops describe violent deaths and disease. Parents of younger kids may want to preview a stop or two.
6. How much time should I plan for Jerome?
A half day covers the walking tour and Main Street; a full day lets you add the Mine Museum and Douglas Mansion; two days lets you explore nearby Clarkdale and Cottonwood too.
7. Is Jerome walkable?
Yes, though it's a genuinely steep walk. Most of the town's attractions sit within a few blocks of Main Street and Hull Avenue.
8. Do I need a car to visit Jerome?
A car helps for getting to Jerome itself and for side trips to Clarkdale or Cottonwood, but once you're in town, everything worth seeing is walkable.
9. What's the best time of year to visit Jerome?
Spring and fall offer the mildest weather for walking Jerome's steep streets. Summer afternoons can get hot.
10. Can I do the ghost tour at night?
Yes, and many visitors prefer the atmosphere after dark, but watch your footing on Jerome's steep, unevenly lit streets.
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