Find a visitor center, a lodge porch with a grand view, campgrounds, and hiking trails at this quieter side of the Grand Canyon, open seasonally.

Open 365 days a year, the South Rim offers plenty of activities, restaurants and, of course, gorgeous views. It is the most-visited part of the canyon.

This overview map has nearby major highways and interstates, and gateway cities including the west end with Lake Mead to the east end with Lake Powell.

Learn about the lore behind the national park's most legendary places.

Free shuttle buses operate in and around the South Rim village. No tickets are required, and bus stops are clearly marked throughout the park by signs.

Those visiting the remote North Rim (a 5-hour drive from South Rim) will be rewarded with a chance to see the canyon without the crowds.

The South Rim is one of the few places in the national park system that has a pet kennel for dogs and cats and pet-friendly hotel rooms in the park.

Spectacular views on this scenic road will have you stopping often for photos.

What’s the difference? A lot. To start, they are on opposite ends of the canyon and 4 hours apart. Get the facts at a glance about these two vacation destinations.