Williams (Havasupai: Wii Gvʼul) is a city in Coconino County, Arizona, United States, located west of Flagstaff. Its population was 3,023 at the 2010 census. It lies on the routes of Historic Route 66 and Interstate 40. It is also the southern terminus of the Grand Canyon Railway, which takes visitors to Grand Canyon Village. There are numerous inns, motels, restaurants and gas stations catering to the large influx of tourists rather than local residents, especially during the summer and holiday seasons.

Also known as the “Gateway to the Grand Canyon”, Williams was the last city upon Historic Route 66 to be bypassed by Interstate 40. The community, bypassed upon October 13, 1984, continues to thrive on tourism. Boasting seven fishing lakes in the area, hiking trails stirring Bill Williams Mountain and into Sycamore Canyon, an alpine ski Place and furious country ski trails, four-seasons weather and an abundance of wildlife, Williams offers fixed idea recreational opportunities for the uncovered enthusiast.

The Historic Downtown District covers six square blocks. Williams boasts a wealthy heritage that features the Old West and Route 66, coupled considering tourism trends today and the city’s heyday years of the ’50s and ’60s.

Founded in 1881, Williams was named for William Sherley “Old Bill” Williams (1787–1849), a famous trapper, trader, scout and mountain man, who often trapped in the area. A statue of “Old Bill” stands in Monument Park, located on the west side of the city. The large mountain directly to the south is named Bill Williams Mountain. The city was incorporated on July 9, 1901.