The views of the Grand Canyon are complimentary, but family travelers know reaching this natural wonder comes at a cost. However, The Grand Canyon Railway & Hotel changes that narrative by offering children the chance to ride the train and stay at the hotel for free with the purchase of a two-, three- or four-night Kids Ride and Stay Free package.
© Xanterra Travel Collection
Through Sept. 30, families can take in the beauty of the Grand Canyon and enjoy the nostalgic train journey, where they will be entertained by live musicians and folk tales, complemented by a dedicated crew. Here’s a closer look at what the package includes:
- Round-trip train travel from Williams, Arizona, to the Grand Canyon in Pullman Class with kids riding free
- 25 percent off train fare for accompanying adults
- Overnight accommodations at Grand Canyon Railway Hotel and kids stay free
- Breakfast and dinner at Fred Harvey Restaurant
- A $20 gift shop certificate per adult at Grand Canyon Railway & Hotel gift stores
© Xanterra Travel Collection
Grand Canyon Railway Hotel is next to the train depot and a short walk from downtown Williams. For families looking to extend their stay, guests booking three nights or more enjoy accommodations in Grand Canyon National Park. Guests can also upgrade train service, with the value of the Pullman Class ticket deducted from each child’s train fare.
Read This Next
#WhereverFamily
Insta FeedDestinations / Europe
Oct 22, 2026Surprising Experiences for Kids in Lanzarote, Spain
The northernmost of Spain’s Canary Islands, Lanzarote sees fewer tourists than the better-known islands of Tenerife and Gran Canaria. But those who choose this smaller island are rewarded with beautiful beaches and experiences they won’t find anywhere else.
Sponsored Content
Best of Both Worlds
Enjoy the best of both worlds when you fly with TAP Air Portugal thanks to the Portugal Stopover program. With the program, TAP passengers, whether traveling for business, leisure or both, can stop in Portugal for up to 10 days at no additional airfare on the way to their final destination. What does this mean for travelers wishing to explore by both land and sea? It means after flying to Portugal with TAP and experiencing the country in an entirely new way, travelers can then embark on scenic river and ocean cruises from Portugal’s port cities, or fly with TAP to another European destination.
Destinations / North America
Oct 22, 20267 Finger Lakes, New York, Destinations for Family Travel
It’s time to start dreaming of your next family trip. Here’s some destination inspiration for you. Take a visual journey through the Finger Lakes, New York, with us.
Destinations / North America
Oct 22, 2026Aspen Snowmass, Colorado, Debuts New Family Perks for 2026/2027 Season
This season, Aspen Snowmass welcomes family travelers with an expanded pass lineup and additional programming. The resort is one of only a handful to offer winter experiences for toddlers, teens and parents, from lesson bundles for every age to on-mountain childcare.
Sponsored Content
Celebrating 25 Years of The Peninsula Chicago
June marked The Peninsula Chicago’s 25th anniversary, commemorating a quarter century for the hotel as a pillar of luxury on North Michigan Avenue.
Destinations / North America
Oct 21, 2026Lone Mountain Ranch Unveils New Lodging Perfect for Multigenerational Travel
Large multigenerational families looking for the perfect Wild West getaway can experience Big Sky, Montana, with Lone Mountain Ranch.
ShareThis