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Sightseeing
Drawn to Arizona by the beauty of the Sonoran Desert, Frank Lloyd Wright created a provocative and inspiring design for Taliesin West, the great architect’s winter camp and desert laboratory. Immerse yourself at Scottsdale’s only National Historic Landmark as you are welcomed into each room and space to experience one of the world’s most extraordinary architectural sites.
12345 Taliesin Dr
12345 Taliesin DriveDrawn to Arizona by the beauty of the Sonoran Desert, Frank Lloyd Wright created a provocative and inspiring design for Taliesin West, the great architect’s winter camp and desert laboratory. Immerse yourself at Scottsdale’s only National Historic Landmark as you are welcomed into each room and space to experience one of the world’s most extraordinary architectural sites.
Since it opened in 1959, Phoenix Art Museum has become the largest art museum in the southwestern United States providing access to visual arts and educational programs in Arizona. In the last fifty years millions have visited the museum to view the over four hundred national and international exhibitions it has hosted. These are shown alongside Phoenix Art Museum's collection that has grown to over seventeen thousand objects of American, Asian, European, Latin American, Western American, modern and contemporary art, photography, and fashion design.
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Phoenix Art Museum
1625 N Central AveSince it opened in 1959, Phoenix Art Museum has become the largest art museum in the southwestern United States providing access to visual arts and educational programs in Arizona. In the last fifty years millions have visited the museum to view the over four hundred national and international exhibitions it has hosted. These are shown alongside Phoenix Art Museum's collection that has grown to over seventeen thousand objects of American, Asian, European, Latin American, Western American, modern and contemporary art, photography, and fashion design.
Papago Park has been home to many different pieces of Phoenix history: it was a reservation for indigenous tribes, a fish hatchery during the Great Depression, a POW camp for Nazis (who later escaped!) during World War II, and a VA hospital. Nowadays, the park is home to a zoo, golf courses, a garden, various museums, baseball fields, lakes, and Sonoran Desert plants and animals.
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Papago Park
625 N Galvin PkwyPapago Park has been home to many different pieces of Phoenix history: it was a reservation for indigenous tribes, a fish hatchery during the Great Depression, a POW camp for Nazis (who later escaped!) during World War II, and a VA hospital. Nowadays, the park is home to a zoo, golf courses, a garden, various museums, baseball fields, lakes, and Sonoran Desert plants and animals.
The Desert Botanical Garden offers the world's finest collection of arid plants from deserts of the world in a unique outdoor setting. The Garden has more than 50,000 desert plants on display throughout five thematic trails that illustrate topics such as conservation, desert living, plants and people of the Sonoran Desert, and desert wildflowers.
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Desert Botanical Garden
The Desert Botanical Garden offers the world's finest collection of arid plants from deserts of the world in a unique outdoor setting. The Garden has more than 50,000 desert plants on display throughout five thematic trails that illustrate topics such as conservation, desert living, plants and people of the Sonoran Desert, and desert wildflowers.
At over 16,000 acres, South Mountain Park and Preserve is one of the largest municipal parks in the country. Start a visit at the South Mountain Environmental Education Center, hike, bike and ride more than 58 miles of trails, or follow the road to the top of the mountain for spectacular views.
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South Mountain Park
10919 South Central AvenueAt over 16,000 acres, South Mountain Park and Preserve is one of the largest municipal parks in the country. Start a visit at the South Mountain Environmental Education Center, hike, bike and ride more than 58 miles of trails, or follow the road to the top of the mountain for spectacular views.
Roosevelt Row is downtown Phoenix’s walkable arts district, home to art galleries and studio spaces, restaurants, bars and boutique shops in a landscape dotted by colorful street art.
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First Friday Roosevelt Row
333 E Roosevelt StRoosevelt Row is downtown Phoenix’s walkable arts district, home to art galleries and studio spaces, restaurants, bars and boutique shops in a landscape dotted by colorful street art.
Imagination is more important than knowledge," an Einstein quotation proved by Boyce Gulley, the builder of Mystery Castle.
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Mystery Castle
800 E Mineral RdImagination is more important than knowledge," an Einstein quotation proved by Boyce Gulley, the builder of Mystery Castle.
Dobbins Lookout is one of the best views over Phoenix, especially at sunset, and it's incredibly easy to get to. Located on Summit Road in South Mountain Park. This makes it a decent outdoorsy activity even when temperatures are far too hot to hike.
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Dobbins Lookout
Dobbins Lookout is one of the best views over Phoenix, especially at sunset, and it's incredibly easy to get to. Located on Summit Road in South Mountain Park. This makes it a decent outdoorsy activity even when temperatures are far too hot to hike.
Cactus League Spring Training home of the Chicago Cubs, and the newest addition to the Cactus League Spring Training stadium lineup.
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2330 West Rio Salado ParkwayCactus League Spring Training home of the Chicago Cubs, and the newest addition to the Cactus League Spring Training stadium lineup.
Discover the tranquil vibrancy of 50,000 desert plants nestled amid the red rocks of the Papago Buttes at Desert Botanical Garden. Visitors can stroll through five thematic trails to explore the fascinating beauty of Sonoran Desert plant life, from towering cacti and alluring succulents to brilliant wildflowers and lush trees. Delve deeper to learn more about desert landscaping, nature art, cooking and wellness and more through the Garden’s various lectures and workshops. Enjoy specialized tours, special events, seasonal exhibits, concerts, family activities, dining options and the Garden's gift and plant shop.
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Desert Botanical Garden
Discover the tranquil vibrancy of 50,000 desert plants nestled amid the red rocks of the Papago Buttes at Desert Botanical Garden. Visitors can stroll through five thematic trails to explore the fascinating beauty of Sonoran Desert plant life, from towering cacti and alluring succulents to brilliant wildflowers and lush trees. Delve deeper to learn more about desert landscaping, nature art, cooking and wellness and more through the Garden’s various lectures and workshops. Enjoy specialized tours, special events, seasonal exhibits, concerts, family activities, dining options and the Garden's gift and plant shop.
Food scene
Guided trail rides in beautiful South Mountain Park. While enjoying the view and rides at the same time you can dine in front of the amazing view.
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Ponderosa Stables Inc
10215 S Central AveGuided trail rides in beautiful South Mountain Park. While enjoying the view and rides at the same time you can dine in front of the amazing view.
With 50 stores featuring today's top fashion and lifestyle brands, and 30 great dining options, you will find everything you need in one location at Mesa Riverview.
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Mesa Riverview
857 N Dobson RdWith 50 stores featuring today's top fashion and lifestyle brands, and 30 great dining options, you will find everything you need in one location at Mesa Riverview.
The Hangar Cafe offers a unique dining experience within walking distance from the runway at Chandler Municipal Airport. The cafe includes patio seating and shaded rooftop seating. If you visit on weekend mornings, you can eat and watch airplanes take off and land. They’re not the giant commercial planes; these are much smaller. But, still fun to watch!
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East Ryan RoadThe Hangar Cafe offers a unique dining experience within walking distance from the runway at Chandler Municipal Airport. The cafe includes patio seating and shaded rooftop seating. If you visit on weekend mornings, you can eat and watch airplanes take off and land. They’re not the giant commercial planes; these are much smaller. But, still fun to watch!
Despite its location in central Phoenix, you can drive past Taco Guild and not even realize it. It actually inhabits an old chapel that dates back to the late 1800s. Inside, you’ll see vaulted wood ceilings, painted murals, stained glass and a beautiful bar.
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546 East Osborn RoadDespite its location in central Phoenix, you can drive past Taco Guild and not even realize it. It actually inhabits an old chapel that dates back to the late 1800s. Inside, you’ll see vaulted wood ceilings, painted murals, stained glass and a beautiful bar.
When it comes to Rustler’s Roost, the only question you need to ask is if you’re ready to eat a deadly desert animal. Yes, the appetizer menu contains an authentic rattlesnake dish. This Western-themed restaurant, bar, and banquet hall nestles in the hills near the Arizona Grand Resort. Make sure to snap a picture with Horney, the bull. Just don’t get too close; he’s real.
8383 S 48th St
8383 South 48th StreetWhen it comes to Rustler’s Roost, the only question you need to ask is if you’re ready to eat a deadly desert animal. Yes, the appetizer menu contains an authentic rattlesnake dish. This Western-themed restaurant, bar, and banquet hall nestles in the hills near the Arizona Grand Resort. Make sure to snap a picture with Horney, the bull. Just don’t get too close; he’s real.
Enjoy a pizza pie inside a giant mess hall and listen to the unique sound of a Wurlitzer pipe organ. (Fun fact: It’s the largest of its kind in the world!) Opened in 1972, Organ Pizza continues to be a staple in the Valley. They also serve sandwiches, salads and desserts.
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Organ Stop Pizza
1149 E Southern AveEnjoy a pizza pie inside a giant mess hall and listen to the unique sound of a Wurlitzer pipe organ. (Fun fact: It’s the largest of its kind in the world!) Opened in 1972, Organ Pizza continues to be a staple in the Valley. They also serve sandwiches, salads and desserts.
If you’re looking for a farm-to-table experience in Phoenix, Quiessence should certainly go on your list. The restaurant sits at the back of The Farm at South Mountain – a real working farm. It uses local ingredients from the farm and other local farms for the dishes. You’ll feel like you’re in someone else’s backyard…because you are!
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6106 South 32nd StreetIf you’re looking for a farm-to-table experience in Phoenix, Quiessence should certainly go on your list. The restaurant sits at the back of The Farm at South Mountain – a real working farm. It uses local ingredients from the farm and other local farms for the dishes. You’ll feel like you’re in someone else’s backyard…because you are!
City/town information
Rocky Point, Mexico is approximately 3.5-4 hours from Phoenix. Awesome view and party events! Worth the trip!
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Puerto Peñasco
Rocky Point, Mexico is approximately 3.5-4 hours from Phoenix. Awesome view and party events! Worth the trip!
Golf Course
Encanto Golf Course
2775 N 15th Ave1.8 miles away (6 minutes drive)
Arizona Biltmore Golf Club
2400 E Missouri Ave4.1 miles away (9 minutes drive)
Phoenix Country Club
2901 N 7th St0.6 miles (4 minutes drive)
Palo Verde Golf Course
6215 N 15th Ave5.1 miles away (12 minutes drive)
Sloan Park
2330 W Rio Salado PkwyChicago Cubs Stadium, 12.3 miles away
SPORTS/HOBBY
Palo Verde Golf Course
6215 N 15th Ave5.1 miles away (12 minutes drive)
Encanto Golf Course
2775 N 15th Ave1.8 miles away (6 minutes drive)
Arizona Biltmore Golf Club
2400 E Missouri Ave4.1 miles away (9 minutes drive)
Phoenix Country Club
2901 N 7th St0.6 miles (4 minutes drive)
Sloan Park
2330 W Rio Salado PkwyChicago Cubs Stadium, 12.3 miles away
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Light Rail
Need to get from the airport to your destination? It will cost you $2 if you take Phoenix’s Valley Metro light-rail system. The cost of an all-day pass is $4. Convenient transportation to the airport comes by way of PHX Sky Train. This driverless people mover transports Valley Metro Light Rail passengers to the airport from the 44th Street/Washington Street station.
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Phoenix Transit Bus
For citywide and regional route information and schedules, call (602) 253-5000 or visit valleymetro.org.
You can also use NextRide for bus arrival times. Phone (602) 253-5000, say "next ride" and then say or enter the bus stop number. Or text 22966 and enter NXRD and the bus stop number. You'll receive a text message with the arrival time of the next bus.
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CAR FREE PHOENIX
With the expansion of the Valley Metro Rail system, bike share programs and ride-hailing services, it's easier than ever to explore Phoenix car free. We've got tips on how to ditch your vehicle and explore our city, from downtown to the desert and everywhere in between.
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Grid Bike Art Tour
Rent a Grid Bike and pedal off on a two-wheel tour of Central Phoenix's arts and culture scene.
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Phoenix by Bike
What’s your bike type? Mountain? Road? Cruiser? Urban bike share? Pick a ride that suits your spirit and explore Phoenix on two wheels.
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E-Scooters
You can now scoot your way through downtown Phoenix. But remember to follow Phoenix's Guide Rules;
>Riding on sidewalks is prohibited.
>There are several no-ride zones, including public parks and arenas.
>Scooters must be parked in one of the designated parking zones, which are sectioned off with white poles.