Attractions

South Mountain Park/Preserve

10919 South Central Avenue

Phoenix, AZ 85041

Ph (602) 534-6324           

A half-mile from the hotel and at over 16,000 acres, South Mountain Park/Preserve often is referred to as the largest municipal park in the country. It boasts 51 miles of primary trails for horseback riding, hiking and mountain biking for all ability levels skills.  But you don't have to fight crowds to enjoy the area – the 51 miles of trails allow you to enjoy the glory of the Sonoran Desert in relative solitude.          

Camelback Mountain

East McDonald Drive at Tatum Boulevard

Phoenix, AZ

Ph (602) 256-3220         

Camelback Mountain is the premier Phoenix landmark. Tilted layers of red rocks resemble a camel's head and a reclining back. The "camel" can be seen on the left (west) end, lying on a much larger and higher mass (the "Camel's" hump) of Summit elevation is 2704 ft (824 m) -- the peak rises about 1600 ft (488 m) above the elevation of downtown Phoenix.

Kiwanis Park

6111 South All-America Way

Tempe, AZ 85283

Ph (480) 350-5201

The Kiwanis Recreation Center is owned and operated by the City of Tempe. The facility includes an indoor wave pool with spiral slide, full service snack bar, full size multi-use gymnasium, fifteen lighted tennis courts, outdoor sand volleyball courts, classrooms, and outdoor picnic areas. The center offers numerous activities for the community including instructional classes, sport camps and leagues, birthday parties and much more.

Tempe Town Lake

620 N. Mill Avenue

Tempe, Arizona

Ph (480) 350-8625

Tempe Town Lake offers numerous recreational opportunities. The lake features 220-acres of water for boating and fishing as well as more than five miles of paths for bicycling, skating, jogging and walking. In the heart of Tempe Town Lake is the historic Tempe Beach Park. The park connects to the 5 miles of paths for bicycling, jogging or in-line skating that circle Town Lake. The Splash Playground at Tempe Beach Park lets children cool off and have fun at Tempe Town Lake. The one-acre playground teaches how a drop of rain falls from the sky and ends up either in the ocean or becomes part of the city water supply.

GameWorks at the Arizona Mills Mall

5000 Arizona Mills Circle #669

Tempe, AZ 85282

Ph (480) 839-4263

GameWorks is the incredible high-tech entertainment, restaurant and bar experience where guests can eat, drink, party and play. Each GameWorks venue provides all the best elements of a great night out in one location, including a full-service restaurant with a high-energy bar and the most entertaining and interactive games and attractions in the world. It’s state-of-the-art fun!

Fiddlesticks

1155 West Elliot Road

Tempe, AZ 85284

Ph (480) 961-0800

20-acres include go-karts, batting cages, miniature golf, bumper boats, and a state-of-the-art video arcade. Rookie Go-Karts and the Dragon Kiddie Ride are designed especially for younger children.  Families will find many other ways to have fun including an award-winning, lighted, misted driving range with a two-story tee structure, natural grass tees, PGA instruction, and a complete pro shop.

Phoenix Art Museum

1625 N Central Ave

Phoenix, AZ 85004

Ph (602) 257-1222         

Phoenix Art Museum was founded in 1949 and opened in 1959. It is a private not-for-profit organization that evolved from its predecessors, Phoenix Art Center and the Phoenix Fine Arts Association. In 1996, Phoenix Art Museum celebrated the conclusion of an extensive $25 million expansion and renovation which more than doubled its size. At over 160,000 square feet, it is one of the largest general visual arts institutions in the Southwest.

Arizona Science Center

600 E Washington St

Phoenix, AZ 85004

Ph (602) 716-2000

Fax (602) 716-2099         

The Arizona Science Center offers hands-on, eye-opening fun with more than 300 interactive exhibits, a state-of-the-art planetarium, five-story giant-screen theater, live demonstrations, and traveling exhibitions.

Phoenix Museum of History

105 N 5th Street

Phoenix, Arizona 85004

Ph 602-253-2734

Heard Museum

2301 N Central Avenue

Phoenix, Arizona 85004

Ph (602) 252-8848           

For nearly 75 years, the Heard Museum has been a Phoenix landmark, a place where visitors from across the globe come to learn about the region's Native cultures and art. With every exhibit the Heard presents, education plays a major role throughout the planning process. Unlike many museums that show "objects on a shelf" the Heard strives to present voices and perceptions of the people who made the work on display, and Native American consultants play a vital role in the development of every exhibition.           

Phoenix Zoo

455 N Galvin Parkway

Phoenix, AZ 85008

Ph (602) 273-1341           

Visit the beautiful Phoenix Zoo, home to over 1,200 animals. Centrally located in the Phoenix metro area, the Phoenix Zoo offers an exciting array of animal exhibits, unique special events, educational programs and outdoor recreational activities for people of all ages.

Botanical Gardens

1201 N Galvin Pkwy

Scottsdale, AZ 85250

Ph (480) 941-1217                                                                     

Castle’s & Coasters

9445 Metro Parkway East

Phoenix, AZ

Ph 602-997-7575

Waterworld Safari

4243 West Pinnacle Peak Road

Glendale, AZ 85310

Ph 623-581-1947

Chase Field AZ Diamondbacks - Baseball

Home of the Arizona Diamondbacks

401 E. Jefferson

Phoenix, AZ 85004

For ticket information call: (602) 514-8400

US Airways Center Phoenix Suns Arena - Basketball / Arena Football

Home of the Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury, and the Arizona Rattlers

201 East Jefferson Street

Phoenix, AZ 85004

For ticket information call: (602) 379-7800

Jobing.com Phoenix Coyotes Arena - Hockey

Home of the Phoenix Coyotes

5800 W. Glenn Drive, Suite 350

Glendale, AZ 85301

For ticket information call: (623) 463-8800

University of Phoenix AZ Cardinals Arena - Football

Home of the Arizona Cardinals   

1 Cardinals Way

Glendale, AZ 85305

For ticket information call: (623) 433-7000

Sun Devil Tempe Stadium - Football

Home of the Arizona State Sun Devils

500 E Veterans Way

Tempe, AZ 85281

For ticket information call: (480) 965-2381

Phoenix Greyhound Park – Dog Racing

3801 East Washington Street

Phoenix, AZ 85034

Ph 602-273-7181

info@phoenixgreyhoundpark.com           

Phoenix Greyhound Park has been a landmark in Phoenix area sports and entertainment for more than 40 years. It is a sure bet for night-time entertainment for nearly one million visitors each year who pass through the doors of the $17 million Grandstand or any one of its 35 off-track betting locations throughout the gate.

Phoenix International Raceway - Nascar

Home of the NASCAR Nextel, Busch & Craftsman Truck Series Arizona Races & Indy Race League Arizona Race

125 S. Avondale Blvd.

Avondale, AZ 85323

For ticket information call: (602) 252-2227

Turf Paradise Horse Racing

1501 West Bell Rd.

Phoenix, AZ 85023

Ph (602) 942-1101         

Turf Paradise imports simulcast signals from around the country to bring you, the racing fan, and the best thoroughbred racing there is to offer. Simulcast racing is available at Turf Paradise seven days a week 364 days per year.

Harrah’s Casino

15406 Maricopa Road

Maricopa, AZ 85239

Ph (800) 427-7247

Casino Arizona

9700 E. Indian Bend

Scottsdale, Arizona 85256

Ph (480) 850-7777

Gila River Casino

5550 W Wild Horse Pass Rd

Chandler, AZ 85226

Ph (800) 946-4452         

Home to 750 hot slots, live poker, blackjack and keno, a 1500 seat high-stakes bingo hall as well as a restaurant with buffet, two delis, and a gift shop.

Orpheum Theatre

203 West Adams Street

Phoenix, AZ 85003

Ph (602) 534-5600           

The 1,364-seat Orpheum audience chamber now has 1,062 seats on orchestra level, and 302 in the balcony. The auditorium complements the larger nearby America West Arena, Dodge Theatre and Symphony Hall, as well as the smaller stages of the Herberger Theater Center.

Dodge Theatre

400 W Washington Street

Phoenix, AZ 85003

Ph (602) 379-2800         

The Dodge Theatre is a state of the art entertainment venue designed specifically for concerts, Broadway shows, family stage shows, boxing, and convention meetings. Our seating can vary from 1,900 to 5,000 for concerts, 5,500 for sporting or corporate events, and with innovative moving sidewalls, provides an intimate setting for proscenium events.

IMAX Theatre

5000 Arizona Mills Circle # 667

Tempe, AZ 85282

Ph (480) 897-1453    

Treat your senses to the most powerful and involving movie experience yet created. The academy award winning IMAX technology brings images to life like no other. Experience an armchair adventure that will take your breath away…literally!

Celebrity Theatre

440 N 32nd St

Phoenix, AZ 85008

Ph (602) 267-1600

For a great time, Celebrity Theatre is the only place in town to catch a concert, play or special event. The newly remodeled theatre features state-of-the-art sound and lighting, and no seat is farther than 75 feet from the stage!! Even at full capacity, the theatre’s intimacy is unmatched. One of the theatre’s most notable features is its signature revolving center stage.