The Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park, which was built in 1876, reflects on the area's history. You can learn about the inmates who once spent time in the facility. Looking out from behind the bars on the walking tour, you will see why the prisoners did not enjoy their stays. The Castle Dome Mines Museum & Ghost Town is an authentic ghost town and mining district. Walking the town, you get to see intriguing historical exhibits that offer up a real ghost town feeling—complete with gunslingers!
The fun is alive and well at Lutes Casino in historical downtown Yuma. Locals recommend visitors enjoy the unique stop to eat and drink. You can even watch live entertainment on stage every night. Keeping the history alive, the Yuma Crossing State Historic Park has western exhibits too. It was once a major military supply point, so you get the feel of being stationed in an 1800s military installation.
Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area offers a free outing full of exhibits. Leisurely walking the area, you can enjoy the old trains, wagons and exhibits on the waterway at your leisure. Yuma Proving Ground Heritage Center is a small museum on the active Army base, offering a look at the history of the base since 1942. Guests are offered a glimpse of the technology that was developed over time.
Warm weather, perfect sunsets and plenty of things to see make Yuma, AZ a terrific destination for your next trip. Book one of the Yuma hotels listed above today and make your stay a memorable one.