Phoenix, AZ
The capital of Arizona, Phoenix has a population of over 1.5 million, making it the fifth largest city in the United States. Sitting in an arid climate, the city features hot summers and temperate winters, so the timing of your visit is important, depending on what your climate tastes are.
Of course, the city has sunshine most of the year round, and since rainfall is scarce, makes it a great location for outdoor recreation. Due to the Arizona heat, many water parks are scattered around the valley, and tourists would be well advised to make use of these, especially if visiting in the summer. Some of the more notable parks include the Big Surf, the Waterworld Safari and the Oasis Water Park at Pointe South Mountain Resort.
Preserving the desert landscape is also one of Phoenix's top priorities, as is seen by the many parks that have been established to this end. The South Mountain Park, which covers 16,500 acres, is one of the more famous municipal parks, with other prominent locations being Camelback Mountain and Sunnyslope Mountain.
Of course, if parks aren't your thing, you could always drop by the Phoenix Zoo, or check out one of the city's golf courses.
The city's performing arts circuit too is well developed, with venues such as the Phoenix Symphony Hall hosting groups such as the Arizona Opera and Ballet Arizona. Concerts also make stops in the city, and often make use of the US Airways Centre, situated in downtown Phoenix.
In terms of museums, the city's most famous is undoubtedly the Heard Museum, which attracts over 250,000 visitors a year.
Although not reputed as a film destination, several movies have been shot in Phoenix, including, most famously, Jerry Maguire, Song of the South, and of course, Raising Arizona, something which fans may want to follow up.
A dry, arid city with a lively, active environment, Phoenix is the perfect destination for visitors who enjoy the outdoors. Of course, if you prefer a more quiet stay, Phoenix's art and culture circuit will be more than accommodative.
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Your 2 night stay in Phoenix area, AZ, US
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3 Palms
Condo Location.The 3 Palms is an adobe-style hotel located in Scottsdale, Ariz.
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The Clarendon - Midtown Museum District
The Clarendon-Midtown Museum District in downtown Phoenix, Ariz., is one mile from the Encanto Golf Course. $16.72
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Four Points by Sheraton Phoenix
The Four Points by Sheraton Phoenix North is located in Phoenix, Ariz. $11.45 Book now and save!
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Scottsdale Plaza Resort
The Scottsdale Plaza Resort is located less than one-half mile from The Borgata shops in Scottsdale, Ariz. $16.38 24 Hour Sale - Don't miss this great deal!
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Quality Suites - Old Town Scottsdale
The Quality Suites Old Town Scottsdale is located in Tempe, Ariz. $8.72
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Arizona Golf Resort & Conference Center
A relaxing and inviting haven for golf enthusiasts and conventioneers in sun-splashed suburban Phoenix, the Arizona Golf Resort and Conference Center in Mesa keeps the visitors coming with 12,000 squa $16.56
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Ramada Plaza Hotel & Suites-Phoenix Metrocenter
The Ramada Plaza Hotel & Suites - Phoenix Metrocenter is located in Phoenix, Ariz. $8.26 Sale! Save 20% on this Stay.
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Radisson Phoenix Airport North
The Radisson Hotel Phoenix Airport North is located in Phoenix, Ariz. $10.32
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Fairmont Scottsdale
The Fairmont Scottsdale stands at the foot of the McDowell Mountains in north Scottsdale, Ariz. This property is located two miles from the Cracker Jax Family Fun & Sports Park. $23.36 Winter Sale! Save 20%
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La Quinta Inn Phoenix - Sky Harbor South
La Quinta Inn Phoenix - Sky Harbor South is located in Tempe, Ariz., two miles from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and University of Phoenix, and five miles from downtown Phoenix. $8.32
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Hotel Tempe/Phoenix Airport InnSuites
The Hotel Tempe/Phoenix Airport InnSuites is positioned adjacent to the Arizona Mills Mall and GameWorks. Within three miles are downtown Tempe, Tempe Town Lake and Arizona State University. $9.52 Spring Sale! Save 30%
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Chaparral Suites Scottsdale
Located three blocks from the Old Town area of Scottsdale, Ariz., and four blocks from the Scottsdale Fashion Square is the Chaparral Suites Scottsdale. $15.77 Spring Sale! Save 10%
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Four Points by Sheraton Tempe
The Four Points Tempe is located in Tempe, Ariz. $11.20 Spring Sale! Save 20%
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Springhill Suites by Marriott Tempe
Springhill Suites by Marriott Tempe is located in Tempe, Ariz. $9.52
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Fiesta Resort Conference Center
The Fiesta Resort Conference Center is located in Tempe, Ariz. $10.32 Stay 1 Nights and Save 30% on Your Stay!
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Key Attractions
- Arizona Science Center
Arizona Science Center, formerly the Arizona Museum of Science & Technology, was conceived in 1980 as a pilot science center by the Junior League of Phoenix. Incorporated as a private, non-profit corporation in 1982, the Science Center opened its doors to the public in 1984 as a small 10,000 square foot storefront exhibition space located in the parking garage level of the downtown Phoenix Hyatt.
- Arizona Mills
Arizona Mills is an indoor outlet mall in Tempe, Arizona. It is mostly owned by Simon Property Group and managed by The Taubman Company. It opened on November 20, 1997 with 6,000 parking spaces and approximately 200 retailers. It is currently anchored by outlet versions of Saks Fifth Avenue, JCPenney, Sears Appliance, Neiman Marcus, and Burlington Coat Factory. The mall is located on the Southeast corner of US 60 and I-10.
- Arizona State Fairgrounds
The Arizona State Fair is an annual state fair, held at a permanent fairgrounds in Phoenix, Arizona. It was first held in 1884, but has had various interruptions due to cotton crop failure, the Great Depression era, and World War II years. Since 1946, the fair has been held regularly each year. It was a territory fair before Arizona was a state.
More Attractions from Phoenix, AZ
- Arizona State University
- Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum
- Camelback Mountain
- Carefree Sundial
- Chandler Fashion Center
- Chase Field
- Chase Field
- Desert Botanical Gardens
- Dowtown Scottsdale
- Fashion Square Mall
- Heard Museum
- Jobing.Com Arena
- Mystery Castle
- Phoenix - Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
- Phoenix Convention Center
- Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (DVT)
- Phoenix International Raceway
- Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
- Scottsdale Airport (SCF)
- St. Mary's Basilica
- Sun Devil Stadium
- The Heard Museum
- University of Phoenix Stadium
- US Airways Center
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