Tusayan Museum / Ruins, Grand Canyon South Rim

The South Rim of the Grand Canyon National Park is full of different park attractions, including the Tusayan Museum and Ruins. It is an ancient site that is open to visitors throughout the year. Varied tours are given as well as trails that allow easy access to this amazing place.

When wandering across the many South Rim trails in the Grand Canyon National Park, hikers may stop to see a fine example of the park's ancient human history. Visitors will be amazed to learn that the ruins and museum they find is not only free, but full of ancient history of a once thriving American Native tribe. The Tusayan is not only a surprise for hikers, but a good stop for anyone wanting a tour.

The ruins are that of a tiny village once belonging to Anasazi people. The museum dates back to as late as the twelve century and portrays not only ancient tribal, but pioneering history. It is believed that the ruins alone may have been home to as many as thirty persons, though only briefly occupied. However, there are other similar sites nearby; this one is the only one that is easy to get to.

The site consists of some pathways that head through the dig site and a museum. Getting there takes about half an hour, with a similar round trip time.

The Tusayan can be reached hiking trails, which can be accessed from Desert View Drive, just outside of the Grand Canyon's own village. The route there is fairly easy, and the best way to enjoy the trail and the site is to go on one of the many daily park ranger tours. In fact, the museum also provides a gift shop that sells varied books and souvenirs that highlight the history and its significance.