Bisbee

Wait... Bisbee has a Yelp?!For years, I thought Bisbee was just some magical little pocket of Arizona that existed outside the realm of normal reviews, a place you simply had to experience to understand. But here we are--Yelp wants me to sum up Bisbee in a few paragraphs, and honestly, that feels like an impossible task.I've been visiting Bisbee on and off for about 25 years, and finally, I decided to make it my town. Why? Because there's nowhere else like it.From the moment you step into this quirky, historic, art-soaked enclave in the Mule Mountains, you realize Bisbee isn't just a place--it's a feeling. The streets wind like a maze, leading you past vibrant murals, funky little shops, and staircases that seem to disappear into secret worlds. The galleries and artist studios? Absolute gold. Whether you're into traditional painting, metalwork, or avant-garde installations, you'll find something that makes you stop and stare.And the people? Forget big-city vibes--Bisbee is a community where strangers strike up conversations like old friends. The locals are as eclectic as the town itself--painters, musicians, poets, dreamers, and folks who traded corporate life for a slower, more creative pace.The food scene? Surprisingly fantastic. From killer breakfast spots to hole-in-the-wall eateries serving up the best tamales and craft cocktails, Bisbee knows how to feed both body and soul. And don't even get me started on the coffee shops--perfect places to sit back and soak in the energy of a town that feels both timeless and ever-changing.Whether you're here for the history, the art, the ghost stories, or just to breathe in that high-desert air, Bisbee has a way of getting under your skin--in the best possible way. It got under mine 25 years ago, and now, I finally get to call it home.

This is an overdue review of our visit to Bisbee. This community was founded in 1880 and was a booming mining industry rich in copper. We wanted to see where my husband's grandma lived when she was young.There are historic sites, museums, nice eateries, saloons, wine tasting, and so much more. The wall art is so cool. Nice place to visit for the day. This is located 90 miles southeast of Tuscon and worth the stop

So glad this day trip from Tucson was excellent. Very artsy quirky fun place to explore on a Sunday and have a late after 2 pm lunch.Went into a few shops and had a good lunch here. Does it look haunted to you?

We had a very enjoyable getaway just the two of us. Plenty of good restaurants options and walkable. Although it is on a mountain, all walking up hill or down hill. Lots of little shops and things to look at.

This town is a photographer's heaven. It's charming, quirky and artsy. Bisbee offers outdoor activities, good food, old architecture, music and lots of history. It was forever known as a mining town because of its rich mineral sites. Today Bisbee is a fun getaway for us in the Valley. The Bisbee 1000 stair climb is one of the most popular events here. Bisbee is known to have over 1000 steps within the city and people come from all over to run or walk up and down these steps in a 4.5 mile challenge. The Queen Mine Tour takes you deep inside an old mine so you can see what life was like for miners back in the day. There are lots of fun galleries, museums, and retail shops in downtown Bisbee that have unique items to see or purchase. Near the Bisbee Breakfast Club area are lots of antique cars you can check out. I personally like coming here to walk around the historic downtown area, take photos and eat delicious food. Some of my favorite foodie spots are the Bisbee Breakfast Club, Cafe Roka, Screaming Banshee Pizza, and Old Bisbee Brewing Company. I recommend staying overnight here if you come and visit. I usually stay at the Inn at Castlerock. It's old and has a lot fun vintage decor to check out.

I didn't know much about Bisbee before I went there....I thought it was a day trip kind of town. You know, look around, walk up and down the street window shopping, grab a bite to eat and continue on your way. Boy, was I wrong!Turns out Bisbee is an eclectic, artsy, historic town with quite a bit more to offer! Once a prosperous mining town, remnants of that life are all around, including vestiges of ore processing buildings/equipment, a huge ore pit (that is itself, a scenic stop), miner shanties (now residential homes) lining the mountains, inaccessible mine openings in the mountain sides, and an actual mine that you can pay to tour, with a former miner as your guide!There are several hotels in town that are very reminiscent of hotels from the old west Victorian era, lots of shops with everything from honey made by killer bees, to jewelry, to books from local authors, to your typical touristy wares. Food offerings include , but are not limited to American, Vietnamese, Vegan, and of course, Mexican. There are actually 2 Bisbees, so to speak. One is called Old Town Bisbee and is where all the touristy stuff is, and the other is just Bisbee, where those who don't want to be so close to the tourists live. There are gas stations, a Safeway, thrift shops, and a ball park in this area. Doug Stanhope, the comedian, also lives in this part of town. His address is published online, so if you're a fan, you can drop by and see a bit of his house and yard (* according to online sources, he's worth at least a million, but his house doesn't reflect that, meaning, he's not in some snobby subdivision, gated away from the world).As mentioned above, you can both shop and tour a mine, but there is other stuff to do as well. The bar scene, with live music, is quite popular, there is a shrine built atop Youngblood Hill that you can hike to, or you could take one of several ghost tours. Naco, Mexico is about a 10 mile drive, and is a good place to grab some lunch. You can park your car and cross the border on foot.Although we managed to fit a lot into our one full day in town, I still feel that it wasn't enough time to see as much as we wanted. I can't wait to get back, and explore even more!8/2023

Ok we're committed. A weekend in Bisbee. We ll stay over and dine at The Roca. Thanks Isabella for that YELP lead. Great opportunity to go Antique Shopping.

What a cute and quirky town! I day tripped here from Tucson and it was a loooong drive (to me). I arrived at 10am on a Tuesday, only to find many of the places either opened later or were only open Thursday-Sunday (hours not updated on Yelp). Disappointing. I still walked around for a couple of hours and managed to find a few places of interest open. I really liked the antique "mall." Lots of quality antiques for what seemed to me very reasonable prices. There were only a couple places open to grab a late breakfast and they were packed. I found lots of great murals while looking for breakfast, which made it worth the effort, even if I didn't get breakfast! I took a lot of photos!I would definitely like to overnight here to be able to enjoy the true ambience of this little hippie town when more is open!

We really enjoyed this little mountain town!! Lots of restaurants, bars and plenty of friendly people. We really liked the 'positive' energy here and this spot will be on our summer 'escape the heat' rotation out of Phoenix. Stop by a local shop and pick up the Trading Post newspaper to see what's going on in town- busy little place :)The hotels were full, so we rented an Airbnb and could walk into town. Looks like there are a ton of options. We didn't have time to do the mine tours, but that is on the agenda for next visit. There are tons of hiking options nearby as well- just check AllTrails for your options. Stop in to the Grand Hotel for a drink and to listen to live music- friendliest bartender in town!!

3.5 hours drive from Phoenix and was skeptical to go here for a day trip. But we are glad that we went. Loved this cute small town. Less crowded and little western-themed ambiance with focus on the mining and the history related to it.Tons of good cafe, gelato, and local restaurant to try. By walk, you can roam complete Bisbee and that's an advantage. A lot of free parking or meager $5 whole day parking options. The Lavender pit was splendid to see as well.