Arcosanti

147 reviews

+1 (928) 632-6217

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A nice view of the visitor trail from inside the cafe area

Inside next to the coffee bar & order area

Mayer, AZ 86333

+1 (928) 632-6217

http://www.arcosanti.org

In 1970, The Cosanti Foundation began building Arcosanti, an experimental town in the high desert of Arizona, 70 miles north of metropolitan Phoenix. An ambitious project envisioned as an experiment in living frugally and with a limited environmental footprint, Arcosanti is an attempt at a prototype arcology, integrating the design of architecture with respect to ecology. Based on a set of four core values that include Frugality and Resourcefulness, Ecological Accountability, Experiential Learning, and Leaving a Limited Footprint. The Cosanti Foundation operates Arcosanti as a counterpoint to mass consumerism, urban sprawl, unchecked consumption of natural resources, and social isolation.

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3.5147 reviews

Stacie B.

11/29/2024

I've always wanted to check out this feat of architecture and ecology so we took a day to head out and tour. It is about an hour north of Phoenix and hidden off the main road on a dirt path (low...

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Stephanie V.

11/20/2024

My daughter, Hubs, and I, really enjoyed the tour of Arcosanti and being allowed and welcome to explore the grounds, café, and the facilities! Firstly, I'd like to emphasize the importance of...

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Christa M.

9/24/2024

Stopped by on Sunday on our way back to Phoenix from Flagg. The dirt road leading us up to the building was very rough and I totally do not recommend smaller cars. After what seemed like an...

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Nami N.

11/22/2024

This is where my son brought me while I was staying in Arizona. I think I should have looked into Arcosanti before coming. But I came here without knowing anything, and the unique architecture of...

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Grant W.

10/26/2024

I would not add this to my list of places to visit if you haven't already been there. In a nutshell, there is nothing to see. It's cold and rundown, the staff are not at all friendly or helpful,...

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