Guidebook for Phoenix
Parks & Nature
2605 N 15th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007 (1 mile)
Encanto Park is a public park in central Phoenix, Arizona. The park is composed of 222 acres of land consisting of picnic areas, a lagoon, a boathouse, swimming pool, nature trail, amusement park, fishing and two golf courses.
105 locals recommend
Encanto Park
2605 N 15th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007 (1 mile)
Encanto Park is a public park in central Phoenix, Arizona. The park is composed of 222 acres of land consisting of picnic areas, a lagoon, a boathouse, swimming pool, nature trail, amusement park, fishing and two golf courses.
67 W Culver St, Phoenix, AZ 85003 (.9 miles)
Margaret T. Hance Park is a public park above the Papago Freeway Tunnel in Phoenix, Arizona. It is named after Margaret Hance, who was the first female mayor of the city and advocate for the park.
50 locals recommend
Margaret T. Hance Park
67 W Culver St67 W Culver St, Phoenix, AZ 85003 (.9 miles)
Margaret T. Hance Park is a public park above the Papago Freeway Tunnel in Phoenix, Arizona. It is named after Margaret Hance, who was the first female mayor of the city and advocate for the park.
Situated at the south end of the Margaret T. Hance Park, this three-and-a-half-acre refuge is the perfect place for busy urbanites to slow down and contemplate simple beauties: a 12-foot waterfall, a rocky stream that flows into a koi-filled pond, a shore of carefully selected rocks from Arizona quarries, and stone lanterns and sculptures. Even the garden's official name, Ro Ho En, inspires a poetic mindset. Ro stands for "heron," Himeji's symbolic bird, which references the town's spectacular White Heron Castle; Ho is Japanese for our own mythical winged creature; and En means "garden." There's also an on-site traditional teahouse, perfect for viewing the lovingly manicured scenery.
183 locals recommend
Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix
1125 N 3rd AveSituated at the south end of the Margaret T. Hance Park, this three-and-a-half-acre refuge is the perfect place for busy urbanites to slow down and contemplate simple beauties: a 12-foot waterfall, a rocky stream that flows into a koi-filled pond, a shore of carefully selected rocks from Arizona quarries, and stone lanterns and sculptures. Even the garden's official name, Ro Ho En, inspires a poetic mindset. Ro stands for "heron," Himeji's symbolic bird, which references the town's spectacular White Heron Castle; Ho is Japanese for our own mythical winged creature; and En means "garden." There's also an on-site traditional teahouse, perfect for viewing the lovingly manicured scenery.
Dreamy Draw Loop Trail is a 3.8 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Phoenix, Arizona that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round.
68 locals recommend
Dreamy Draw Recreation Area
2421 E Northern AveDreamy Draw Loop Trail is a 3.8 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Phoenix, Arizona that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round.
Piestewa Peak, at 2,610 feet is the second highest point in the Phoenix Mountains, after Camelback Mountain, and the third highest in the city of Phoenix, Arizona. Multiple trails available in the area of varying degrees.
489 locals recommend
Piestewa Peak
Piestewa Peak, at 2,610 feet is the second highest point in the Phoenix Mountains, after Camelback Mountain, and the third highest in the city of Phoenix, Arizona. Multiple trails available in the area of varying degrees.
Camelback Mountain, with an elevation of 2,704 feet, is an excellent hike or climb in Arizona. Hiking Camelback Mountain is perfect for a tourist activity in Phoenix, because the hike is quick and is located in the middle of the Phoenix Valley with great views. Echo Canyon Trail and Cholla Trails are the two main trails.
-Echo Canyon Trailhead is 4925 E. McDonald Drive, Phoenix
-Cholla Trailhead is 6131 E. Cholla Lane, Paradise Valley
1752 locals recommend
Echo Canyon Trail and Recreation Area
East McDonald DriveCamelback Mountain, with an elevation of 2,704 feet, is an excellent hike or climb in Arizona. Hiking Camelback Mountain is perfect for a tourist activity in Phoenix, because the hike is quick and is located in the middle of the Phoenix Valley with great views. Echo Canyon Trail and Cholla Trails are the two main trails.
-Echo Canyon Trailhead is 4925 E. McDonald Drive, Phoenix
-Cholla Trailhead is 6131 E. Cholla Lane, Paradise Valley
Desert Botanical Garden
A gorgeous park! A MUST SEE!
Phoenix Zoo
455 N Galvin PkwyTempe Town Lake
620 N Mill AveCanyon Lake Marina and Campground
16802 AZ-88Salt River Tubing
9200 North Bush HighwayMTM Ranch Horseback Adventures
43001 N Spur Cross RdSouth Mountain Park
10919 South Central AvenuePonderosa Stables Inc
10215 S Central AveBoyce Thompson Arboretum
37615 E Arboretum WayRainbow Ryders, Inc. Hot Air Balloon Company
7934 E Covey LnSkydive Arizona
4900 N Taylor StArts & Culture
Critically acclaimed national and international exhibitions are shown alongside the Museum’s permanent collection of more than 18,000 works of American, Asian, European, Latin American, Western American, modern and contemporary art, and fashion design. Visitors also enjoy photography exhibitions through the Museum’s landmark partnership with the Center for Creative Photography, University of Arizona
686 locals recommend
Phoenix Art Museum
1625 N Central AveCritically acclaimed national and international exhibitions are shown alongside the Museum’s permanent collection of more than 18,000 works of American, Asian, European, Latin American, Western American, modern and contemporary art, and fashion design. Visitors also enjoy photography exhibitions through the Museum’s landmark partnership with the Center for Creative Photography, University of Arizona
If you are lucky enough to be here the first Friday of the month, take advantage of this experience!
Thousands of people take over the streets of downtown Phoenix for the First Friday art walk each month, viewing gallery exhibits, perusing funky boutiques and outdoor vendors and enjoying indie bands and street performers.
They are college students, families, tourists, arts lovers, retired folks — almost anyone you can imagine — who come from all over the Valley and across the state.
First Friday is a major draw: It has become one of the nation's largest self-guided art walks.
129 locals recommend
First Friday Roosevelt Row
333 E Roosevelt StIf you are lucky enough to be here the first Friday of the month, take advantage of this experience!
Thousands of people take over the streets of downtown Phoenix for the First Friday art walk each month, viewing gallery exhibits, perusing funky boutiques and outdoor vendors and enjoying indie bands and street performers.
They are college students, families, tourists, arts lovers, retired folks — almost anyone you can imagine — who come from all over the Valley and across the state.
First Friday is a major draw: It has become one of the nation's largest self-guided art walks.
Taliesin West was architect Frank Lloyd Wright's winter home and school in the desert from 1937 until his death in 1959 at the age of 91.
82 locals recommend
Taliesin West
Taliesin West was architect Frank Lloyd Wright's winter home and school in the desert from 1937 until his death in 1959 at the age of 91.
The mission of the Heard Museum is to be the world's preeminent museum for the presentation, interpretation and advancement of American Indian art, emphasizing its intersection with broader artistic and cultural themes.
653 locals recommend
Heard Museum
2301 N Central AveThe mission of the Heard Museum is to be the world's preeminent museum for the presentation, interpretation and advancement of American Indian art, emphasizing its intersection with broader artistic and cultural themes.
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art in the state of Arizona is a museum in the Old Town district of downtown Scottsdale, Arizona. The museum is dedicated to exhibiting modern works of art, design and architecture.
218 locals recommend
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
7374 E 2nd StScottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art in the state of Arizona is a museum in the Old Town district of downtown Scottsdale, Arizona. The museum is dedicated to exhibiting modern works of art, design and architecture.
Pueblo Grande Ruin and Irrigation Sites are pre-Columbian archaeological sites and ruins, located in Phoenix, Arizona. It includes a historic platform mound and irrigation canals.
44 locals recommend
Pueblo Grande Museum
4619 E Washington StPueblo Grande Ruin and Irrigation Sites are pre-Columbian archaeological sites and ruins, located in Phoenix, Arizona. It includes a historic platform mound and irrigation canals.
Arizona Science Center
600 E Washington StOrpheum Theatre Phoenix
203 W Adams StWrigley Mansion/Geordie's Restaurant
2501 E Telawa TrailThe Nash Jazz Club
110 East Roosevelt StreetThe Lost Leaf
914 N 5th StChar's Has the Blues
4631 N 7th AveThe Womack
5749 N 7th StThe Rhythm Room
1019 E Indian School RdCopper Blues Rock Pub & Kitchen
50 W Jefferson StSwimming
The Clarendon Hotel and Spa by GreenTree
401 W Clarendon AveEncanto Pool
2125 N 15th AveSightseeing
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Food scene
Presidio Cocina Mexicana
519 W Thomas RdVovomeena
1515 N 7th AveMatt's Big Breakfast
825 N 1st Stfàme caffe
4700 N Central AveOpen Air Market
720 N Central AveLux Central
4402 N Central AveLola Coffee
1001 N 3rd AveCopper Star Coffee
4220 N 7th AveGiant Coffee
1437 N 1st StCIBO
603 N 5th AveForno 301
1616 N Central AvePizzeria Bianco
623 E Adams StThe Vig Fillmore
606 N 4th AveThe Parlor Pizzeria
1916 E Camelback RdFEZ
105 W Portland StSt. Francis
111 E Camelback RdThe Farm at South Mountain
6106 S 32nd StWindsor
5223 N Central AveTuck Shop Kitchen & Bar
2245 N 12th StGallo Blanco
928 E Pierce StOtro Cafe
6035 N 7th StJoyride Taco House | Central
5202 N Central AveThai E-San
616 W Indian School RdRice Paper Vietnamese Restaurant
2241 N 7th StThe Churchill
901 N 1st St