Phoenix

Travel Guide
Phoenix
Phoenix
Phoenix
Phoenix
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 Footprint Center, 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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Central Scottsdale

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Central Scottsdale, Scottsdale Ranch Park and Scottsdale Fiesta are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

Deer Valley
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 €199 per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
€199
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Book a stay at this spa resort in Phoenix. Enjoy free parking, 6 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (3,231 reviews)
"Aunt chiladas is just a small walk, with chili peppers painted on the sidewalk to find it! A must go!"

Reviewed on 16 Dec 2024

Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
Talking Stick Resort
Talking Stick Resort
4 out of 5
9800 E. Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale, AZ
The price is €212 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
€212
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Scottsdale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,702 reviews)
"Best night's sleep at a hotel ever. So quiet it was amazing"

Reviewed on 17 Dec 2024

Talking Stick Resort
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
8000 S. Arizona Grand Parkway, Phoenix, AZ
The price is €242 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
€242
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Book a stay at this spa resort in Phoenix. Enjoy 6 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,620 reviews)
"When the suite we selected wasn’t available, they upgraded us to an even nicer one rather than coming up with excuses(which has happened to me at another hotel). It was an awesome gesture. My husband and I loved our anniversary stay!"

Reviewed on 17 Dec 2024

Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
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.
Hotel Scottsdale
Hotel Scottsdale
2 out of 5
3275 N Drinkwater Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Scottsdale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,521 reviews)
"The girl working at night wasn’t very friendly, other than that it was good."

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2024

Hotel Scottsdale
Metro Phoenix All Inclusive Living
Metro Phoenix All Inclusive Living
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 (2,186 reviews)
"I think the property managment trys to keep up wwith maintaining the place but people just desstroy it"

Reviewed on 21 Dec 2024

Metro Phoenix All Inclusive Living
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 clean rooms and the overall value ...
6.8/10 (998 reviews)
"A great area to be!"

Reviewed on 9 Dec 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

Hiking on South Mountain was the highlight

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Be prepared for the heat, even in October !

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Serafina coffee roasters is excellent & the Heard Museum is amazing

3/5 - Okay

Tim

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

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

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

Good road network