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Simpson Hotel: Duncan, Arizona. For travelers, this is the most important place in Greenlee County. This beautifully restored old hotel is now a fine B&B. The Simpson first opened in 1914. It's a perfect base from which to spend a couple of days exploring Southeastern Arizona.

Simpson Hotel Lobby. Duncan, AZ. Deborah Mendelsohn is an excellent innkeeper who prepares a wonderful breakfast for her many guests.

3 Sisters Bakery now inhabits this restored brick building build in the early 20th century.

3 Sisters Bakery in Duncan is a very popular place.

A little park area adjacent to 3 Sisters Bakery: Duncan, Arizona.

An Old West seating area next to the bakery in Duncan, Arizona.

Farmers' Market in the park: Duncan, Arizona.

Opera House: Duncan, Arizona. The front of the opera house serves as a stage for outdoor performances.

Stone Church: Duncan, Arizona.

Germaine's Emporium: Duncan, Arizona. Antiques, collectables, guns, and a lot of miscellaneous stuff.

Germaine's Emporium: Duncan, Arizona. An amazing collection of old stuff in every room.

Germaine's Emporium: Duncan, Arizona. An amazing collection of old stuff in every room.

Germaine's Antique Gun Room: Duncan, Arizona.

Germaine's Lonesome Dove Building: A collection of old cowboy paraphernalia.

Duncan Bank Building next to the Simpson Hotel B&B.

Saloon: Duncan, Arizona.

Riverside Lounge: Duncan, Arizona.

Antique fire trucks displayed on the main drag of Duncan, Arizona.

Duncan Theater on the main highway through town.

Ms. Karen purchases a few items at the Duncan Farmers' Market on the way outa town.

Here are our recommendations for Things To Do In Duncan Arizona; plus dining, lodging, & local history.

Duncan is a small farming town 5 miles west of the New Mexico border on Hwy 70 (Old West Highway). The town of Duncan was actually established in 1883 with the coming of the railroad, but the early settlement here was started in the 1870′s along the Gila River on an important stage & freight route. Duncan is named for the managing director of the Arizona Copper Company, Duncan Smith.

Duncan Mercantile 1895

Duncan prospered until the Interstate Highway (I-10) was build further south. The new highway re-directed traffic away from Duncan and businesses began leaving the area. In 2001, local citizens formed the Duncan Pride Society and began restoring and re-purposing some of the old buildings. So far, they have done a splendid job.

Duncan Drug Store 1895

There are primarily three reasons to visit Duncan. First, it’s a quaint little town worthy of a good walkabout. You can get a self-guided walking tour map at the Duncan Visitor Center on the main highway through town. It will guide you to more than 50 points of historical interest.The Visitor Center shares space with an interesting little shop called Country Chic Art Gallery & Crafts Boutique at 205 SE Old West Highway: 928-359-1955.

Duncan Hotel in the 1920's

Second, it’s on the Gila Rivers and near adjacent riparian areas for bird and wildlife observation. Third, the Simpson Hotel B&B is located here. It serves as an excellent base from which to explore the surrounding countryside for several days.

Simpson Hotel in the 1920's

 Recommended Dining In Duncan

Hilda’s Kitchen (Mexican-American grill): 105 SE Old West Highway, 928-359-1771

Three Sisters Bakery (bakery products): 113 SW Old West Highway, 928-359-2253

Humble Pie (pizza, calzones, lasagna, salad, garlic bread): 117 Main Street, 928-359-9866. Excellent pizza and calzones. Haven’t tried the lasagna yet.

Recommended Lodging In Duncan

Simpson Hotel. One of the finest B&B’s in all of Southern Arizona.

RV Parks

High Desert RV Park, High Street, 928-359-3030
Nine Rail RV Camp, Highway 75, 928-359-9107
Stephens RV Park, Madison Street off Highway 70, 928-359-2113