Things To Do

 

Visitor Center Museum and Bookstore

The visitor center, monument bookstore, museum exhibits and park movie theater are open daily from 9 am to 4 pm, except for the four days listed below. You are welcome to view the park movie ahead of time or during your visit on your personal device.

The park closes four days a year for the following holidays: Juneteenth, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

 

Casa Grande Ruins - Great House

NPS Photo by Pam Tripp

Tours
The self-guided tour consists of a short walk around the Casa Grande following wayside signs. These waysides can be viewed advance here.

Guided tours will begin November 11, 2025, with two a day at 11 am & 1 pm and will be offered through March 14, 2026. Groups, especially school classes, need to call in advance.

 

Picnic with Family and Friends
The picnic area shares the parking lot with the visitor center. It has shaded tables and trash receptacles. Large gatherings may plan ahead and reserve the park's outdoor kitchen, otherwise reservations are not needed. Located in the picnic area is a pet walking area and a viewing platform for an ancient "ball court."