Phoenix

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Phoenix

Phoenix Travel Guide Video

In Arizona’s capital city, discover a lively downtown, many outstanding museums, fascinating Native American historical relics and stunning natural beauty.

Phoenix is a sunny oasis with an equally cheerful atmosphere. Explore Downtown Phoenix on foot to enjoy the warm weather and explore award-winning restaurants, lively nightlife and a charming historic district. Stop at Roosevelt Row to learn about the city’s burgeoning arts and music community.

Discover numerous cultural institutions in Phoenix. Browse through classic and modern art in the Phoenix Art Museum. Learn about the Southwest’s rich Native American history in the Heard Museum. See and play instruments from across the world at the Musical Instrument Museum and learn through interactive exhibits in the Arizona Science Center. The Hall of Flame Fire Museum covers 300 years of firefighting history.

See over 1,000 animals, including many endangered species, in the Phoenix Zoo. Follow themed trails taking you from Arizona, Africa and the tropics to family-friendly farms.

Wrigley Mansion sits atop La Colina Solana, which means small, sunny hill. It certainly lives up to its name. From the stately home enjoy views of Downtown Phoenix, Camelback Mountain and the wider Valley of the Sun.

Find Hole-in-the-Rock on a small sandstone hill in Papago Park. The unique geological phenomenon has been in the works for millions of years and offers stunning panoramic views of Phoenix.

Learn about the Valley of the Sun’s first indigenous residents at Pueblo Grande Museum and Archaeological Park. Discover the homes and tools of a Native American Indian tribe that dates back about 1,500 years.

The Desert Botanical Garden shows that even the driest deserts host a wealth of life. In the Sonoran Desert, pick out the iconic Camelback Mountain, which resembles a resting camel. The mountain’s “hump” offers some of the best views in the state.

Use Phoenix as your gateway to the Valley of the Sun and greater Arizona. Visit nearby Scottsdale, home to the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art and Taliesin West, architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s desert masterpiece. Mesa, Flagstaff and Fountain Hills are also unique destinations worth visiting.

Where to stay in Phoenix

Downtown Phoenix which includes signage and night scenes

Downtown Phoenix

4/5(25 area reviews)

Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Phoenix. You can visit top attractions like Chase Field and Talking Stick Resort Arena, and jump on the metro at 12th Street - Jefferson Station or 12th Street - Washington Station to see more of the city.

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Old Town

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Scottsdale Waterfront to Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West – discover Old Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Camelback East

3/5(1 area review)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Camelback East. Spend some time visiting top spots like Biltmore Fashion Park, and catch the metro at 44th Street - Washington Station or 50th Street Station to see more of the area.

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Downtown Scottsdale

While visiting Downtown Scottsdale, you might make a stop by sights like Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West and Scottsdale Waterfront.

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Deer Valley

3/5(1 area review)

Visitors highly recommend Deer Valley for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Happy Valley Towne Centre while you're in town.

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Central Scottsdale

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Central Scottsdale, Starfire Golf Club at Scottsdale Country Club and Cactus Park are top sights worth seeing.

Central Scottsdale
Wyndham Phoenix Airport/Tempe
Wyndham Phoenix Airport/Tempe
3.5 out of 5
1600 S 52nd St, Tempe, AZ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM550 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
RM550
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tempe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,393 reviews)
Quick stay, nice place
"Great one night stay. Nice hotel, nice prize"

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

Wyndham Phoenix Airport/Tempe
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
8000 S. Arizona Grand Parkway, Phoenix, AZ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM933 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
RM933
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this spa resort in Phoenix. Enjoy 6 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and a golf course. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,450 reviews)
"Beautiful place, we enjoyed our stay a lot"

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
4 out of 5
7677 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ
The price is RM1,039 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
RM1,039
per night
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this spa resort in Phoenix. Enjoy free parking, 6 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,366 reviews)
"We loved the water park access. Property felt like you were on vacation. It was very quiet and mostly comfortable. Did not like the fact the room did not have a microwave and the pull out couch bed was extremely uncomfortable for our fifth person. It was like sleeping on metal coils. Disappointing ..."

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Metro PHX Apartments
Metro PHX Apartments
3.5 out of 5
Phoenix
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Phoenix. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
6.6/10 (1,682 reviews)
"Excellent!!!"

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024

Metro PHX Apartments
Hotel Scottsdale
Hotel Scottsdale
3.5 out of 5
3275 N Drinkwater Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Scottsdale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,250 reviews)
"Very quiet area but close enough to walk to the action. Its being renovated so no onsite lobby or eating areas but once renovated, it looks like it will be nice! Big rooms too and for families there are connecting rooms. You can walk to Old Town and shop, eat, and drink away! And plenty of parking ..."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Hotel Scottsdale
Metro Scottsdale Apartments
Metro Scottsdale Apartments
3 out of 5
9880 N Scottsdale Rd, Paradise Valley, AZ
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Paradise Valley. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.6/10 (788 reviews)
"My stay was a great one. Easy booking , clean and nice place to stay."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Metro Scottsdale Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Phoenix

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5 - Excellent
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
8 Feb 2020

Hiking on South Mountain was the highlight

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
15 Oct 2019

Be prepared for the heat, even in October !

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
30 Sep 2019

Serafina coffee roasters is excellent & the Heard Museum is amazing

3/5 - Okay

Tim
23 Sep 2019

Roads cars and roads. 1 train line. Not much more

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
31 Aug 2019

I would recommend taking advantage of the many tours available to locations outside of the city such as the Grand Canyon, Sedona and Tombstone.

5/5 - Excellent

Wellington
8 Jul 2019

Good road network