Overview
Lake Havasu City is a city in Mohave County in western Arizona. It is known best for being the home of the 1831 London Bridge, which Robert McCulloch, the founder of the city, bought from the British government in 1967.
2 sights · 2 things to do · 2 places to eat · 2 bars & cafés · 2 places to stay
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Best things about Lake Havasu City
London Bridge
Built in 1831 over the River Thames in London (replacing an earlier bridge from the 13th century), the bridge was dismantled in 1967 and shipped in pieces to Lake Havasu City, where it was carefully reconstructed.
Havasu 95 Speedway
Lake Havasu Museum of History
Havasu Landing Resort and Casino
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Nov–Apr. Summer highs reach about 110°F; winter lows dip to about 45°F. Very hot (May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Feb and Jan. (climate data from nearby Needles)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- HII Lake Havasu City Airport, Lake Havasu City — 6 mi away. Directions
- BLD Boulder City Municipal Airport, Boulder City — 105 mi away. Directions
- LAS Harry Reid International Airport, Las Vegas — 120 mi away (major hub). Directions
Lake Havasu City is very far from any major airport. Your best bet would probably be Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS).
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning London Bridge, Lake Havasu Museum of History
- Lunch Burgers by the Bridge
- Afternoon Havasu 95 Speedway, Havasu Landing Resort and Casino
- Dinner Rusty's Restaurant
- Evening Mudshark Brewery
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
There are several restaurants if the London Bridge is crossed onto the island.
Cuisine (tap to filter)
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Understand
Get in
By plane
Lake Havasu City is very far from any major airport. Your best bet would probably be Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS).
Go Lake Havasu City Airport (HII)
It is only used for private planes: it has no scheduled commercial services
By car
Lake Havasu City is on Arizona State Route 95, which is accessed via Exit 9 off Interstate 40, about 10 miles (16 km) east of the California border and 42 miles (67 km) west of Kingman.
By bus
By train
Get around
Arizona State Route 95 is the city's main (and only) artery.
See and do
There are some great sunsets to see in this area in the summer as the sun goes down over the surrounding hills. There are many places to do watersports on the lake with this a popular destination for boating holidays. There is also a golf range near one of the hotels.
See London Bridge
Built in 1831 over the River Thames in London (replacing an earlier bridge from the 13th century), the bridge was dismantled in 1967 and shipped in pieces to Lake Havasu City, where it was carefully reconstructed.
Buy
Eat
There are several restaurants if the London Bridge is crossed onto the island.
Drink
Drink Mudshark Brewery
Noted for craft beers including Full Moon, Belgian white ale and the Up River lager. Also serves pizzas and pub food.
Drink College Street Brewhouse
Brewpub with outdoor patio, fire pit area and view of the lake. Serves pizza, sandwiches, burgers, and steak.
Sleep
There is a Best Western set off the main road in Lake Havasu. This is on the opposite side of the road to the lake. It has a swimming pool in the middle court yard and secure boat parking. There are also several hotels round the London Bridge area of Lake Havasu and some smaller bed and breakfasts.
Stay Heat Hotel
Very modern hotel right next to London Bridge with funky rooms with Bridge views. The lively bar (which is also the reception area) with a large outdoor drinking area with bridge views are clearly audible in rooms, so it's not a hotel for those who want a quiet early night!
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