Arizona | Phoenix Area Guidebook
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Scottsdale
Scottsdale is full of great restaurants and nightlife.
Beautiful city with red rocks and tons of hikes. Highly recommend checking out Sedona, even for a long day trip.
187 locals recommend
Sedona
Beautiful city with red rocks and tons of hikes. Highly recommend checking out Sedona, even for a long day trip.
Home of Northern Arizona University. Consider checking out Flagstaff for a cooler climate.
330 locals recommend
Flagstaff
Home of Northern Arizona University. Consider checking out Flagstaff for a cooler climate.
Tempe
Home of Arizona State University. Check out Mill Ave and Tempe Town Lake.
Known for its nightlife, shopping, and yummy food, this is a can’t miss if you’re visiting AZ for the first time.
1378 locals recommend
Old Town Scottsdale
3200 N Scottsdale RdKnown for its nightlife, shopping, and yummy food, this is a can’t miss if you’re visiting AZ for the first time.
Food scene
Great spot for drinks and good food, especially the pizza. Kitchen is open late.
122 locals recommend
Hanny's
40 N 1st StGreat spot for drinks and good food, especially the pizza. Kitchen is open late.
Different Pointe of View
11111 N 7th StYummy food with a can’t miss view.
One of my personal favorite restaurants. High quality food for a great price. Great vibes.
22 locals recommend
Fuego Bistro
401 West Clarendon AvenueOne of my personal favorite restaurants. High quality food for a great price. Great vibes.
Palma
903 North 2nd StreetGreat for sushi lovers.
Breakfast Bitch
330 East Roosevelt StreetWill likely need a reservation. Fun for a special event.
Spinato's Pizzeria
5509 N 7th StSome of my fav pizza in town.
Beautiful views and yummy food at this upscale restaurant located in Talking Stick Resort/Casino. Top Golf is located across from Talking Stick.
12 locals recommend
Orange Sky
9800 East Talking Stick WayBeautiful views and yummy food at this upscale restaurant located in Talking Stick Resort/Casino. Top Golf is located across from Talking Stick.
Cocina Madrigal Tacos + Tequila
4044 S 16th StSome of the best tacos in town!
A local favorite - postino’s has quickly developed multiple locations around the Phoenix metro area. Great wine selection and fun outdoor patio.
215 locals recommend
Postino Central
5144 N Central AveA local favorite - postino’s has quickly developed multiple locations around the Phoenix metro area. Great wine selection and fun outdoor patio.
Angels Trumpet Ale House
810 N 2nd StExpansive beer selection.
Binkleys Restaurant
2320 E Osborn RdChelsea's Kitchen
5040 N 40th StA local favorite with unique and tasty breakfast, lunch, and dinner food. They also have great coffee, tea and bakery items. I highly recommend.
61 locals recommend
Otro Cafe
6035 N 7th StA local favorite with unique and tasty breakfast, lunch, and dinner food. They also have great coffee, tea and bakery items. I highly recommend.
This coffee and ceramic spot is located right across the street. Please be careful if you walk over but the coffee, tea, pastries and other items are great. You can also take ceramics classes here and work from their cafe. Check it out and support a local business.
PIP Coffee + Clay
This coffee and ceramic spot is located right across the street. Please be careful if you walk over but the coffee, tea, pastries and other items are great. You can also take ceramics classes here and work from their cafe. Check it out and support a local business.
Glai Baan
2333 E Osborn RdAn amazing Thai restaurant! Staff and owners are awesome.
Asi Es La Vida Restaurant
3602 N 24th StYummy and authentic Mexican food!
This hotel is gorgeous and is fun to check out for a drink or a meal. There is also a rooftop bar.
The Global Ambassador
This hotel is gorgeous and is fun to check out for a drink or a meal. There is also a rooftop bar.
Voted as the #1 pizza spot in Phoenix according to the top-rated spot in Trip Advisor.
42 locals recommend
POMO Pizzeria - Downtown Phoenix
705 N 1st StVoted as the #1 pizza spot in Phoenix according to the top-rated spot in Trip Advisor.
Sightseeing
Great hiking routes. Please make sure you’re well hydrated and take lots of water with you. The desert can be deceptive and dehydration/hear stroke can occur quickly.
1752 locals recommend
Echo Canyon Trail and Recreation Area
East McDonald DriveGreat hiking routes. Please make sure you’re well hydrated and take lots of water with you. The desert can be deceptive and dehydration/hear stroke can occur quickly.
Wrigley Mansion/Geordie's Restaurant
2501 E Telawa TrailCool venue/restaurant with a great view.
Desert Botanical Garden
Phoenix Zoo
455 N Galvin PkwyHeard Museum
2301 N Central AvePhoenix Art Museum
1625 N Central AveMusical Instrument Museum
4725 E Mayo Blvd
Papago Park
625 N Galvin PkwyPiestewa Peak
Hole in the Rock
625 N Galvin PkwySouth Mountain Park
10919 South Central AvenueChase Field
401 E Jefferson StUniversity of Phoenix Stadium
1 Cardinals DrEcho Canyon Trail and Recreation Area
East McDonald DriveShopping
Fun shopping areas
Biltmore Fashion Park
2502 E Camelback RdLots of shops and restaurants to check out.
Tons of shops ranging from H&M to Louie Vuitton. Tons of restaurants nearby and the Scottsdale waterfront.
761 locals recommend
Scottsdale Fashion Square
7014 E Camelback RdTons of shops ranging from H&M to Louie Vuitton. Tons of restaurants nearby and the Scottsdale waterfront.
Tempe Marketplace
2000 E Rio Salado PkwyOutdoor shopping area.
Tanger Outlets Phoenix
6800 N 95th AveGreat outlets right in Westgate.
Golf Courses
Recommended golf courses in the area
2 golf courses, dining, and a driving range are located here. Beautiful resort as well.
56 locals recommend
Arizona Biltmore Golf Club
2400 E Missouri Ave2 golf courses, dining, and a driving range are located here. Beautiful resort as well.
Encanto 9-Hole Golf Course
2300 N 17th AveShort drive and perfect for a shorter day of golf.
Phoenix Country Club
Great course and beautifully maintained.