Discovering Phoenix: A Guide to the Valley of the Sun

Visiting the museums in Phoenix is a must-do experience, offering a journey through the city's vibrant cultural heritage and diverse artistic expressions.

• Musical Instrument Museum

• Phoenix Art Museum

• Heard Museum

• Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West

Discovering the gardens in Phoenix offers a peaceful retreat and provides a unique perspective on the city's natural beauty.

• Botanical Gardens

• Japanese Friendship Garden

Phoenix's animal attractions offer unforgettable encounters for animal lovers.

• Phoenix Zoo

• Sea Life Aquarium

Experiencing the vibrant sports scene in Phoenix is essential, with professional teams and exciting events captivating fans year-round.

• Phoenix Suns

• Arizona DiamondBacks

• Arizona Cardinals

• Arizona Coyotes

Exploring the scenic hiking trails in Phoenix is a must for outdoor enthusiasts, offering stunning desert vistas and exciting adventures amidst the Sonoran landscape.

• Camelback Mountain

• Papago Park

• Phoenix Mountain Preserve

Visiting a ghost town near Phoenix promises a fascinating journey back in time, immersing visitors in the rich history and mysterious allure of the Old West.

Explore Old Town Scottsdale! It offers a charming blend of historic charm, vibrant art galleries, and eclectic shops, providing a captivating glimpse into the city's cultural heritage.

Exploring downtown Phoenix and Roosevelt Row unveils a dynamic urban landscape, brimming with street art, boutiques, and culinary delights, showcasing the city's creative energy.

Indulge in a spa day in Phoenix for a blissful retreat, rejuvenating both body and mind amidst luxurious treatments and serene desert surroundings.

• The Phoenician Spa

• Joya Spa

• Revive Spa

Day Trips

Sedona - Embark on a day trip to Sedona from Phoenix to view a scenic journey through Arizona's stunning landscapes, with the iconic red rock formations and panoramic vistas, it provides the perfect backdrop for outdoor adventures like hiking and photography. Visitors can also explore the charming art galleries, spiritual sites, and cafes of Sedona, immersing themselves in the town's unique blend of natural beauty and culture.

Restaurants

• Sottise - Sottise is a modern French bistro in Downtown Phoenix that has a great vibe! It is set in an old house with seating on the porch. You can’t go wrong with just about anything on the menu.

• Palma - Palma is an Asian-inspired restaurant in Downtown Phoenix that instantly transports you to your favorite tropical destination. With a large patio filled with palm trees, Palma is a great place for lunch, dinner, weekend brunch, or even just drinks. Do yourself a favor and share as many plates as you can!

• The Genuine - The Genuine brings wood-fired American cuisine to diners in a mid-century modern aesthetic. They serve lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch and their quiche is the best quiche I've ever tasted!

• Postino - Postino is an Arizona classic! It is a Wine Bar with perfect food pairings. They have multiple locations throughout the Phoenix Metro area, each one with its own vibe. It’s the perfect place to catch up with your girlfriends or for a date night. They offer daily happy hours from opening until 5p and on Monday and Tuesday after 8pm they offer a bruschetta board and a bottle of wine for $25.

• The Vig - The Vig has multiple locations in the Phoenix Metro area and is a great spot for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. Their Arcadia location has a great patio with live music on the weekends and a Bocce Ball court.

• Francine - Francine in Scottsdale has a sophisticated ambiance, Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, and impeccable service. Their menu changes seasonally and everything on their cocktail and wine list is impressive.

Drinks

• Little Rituals - Little Rituals is a cocktail lounge in Downtown Phoenix on the fourth floor of the Residence Inn/Courtyard Marriott. They serve award winning cocktails in a dimly lit space that overlooks downtown. Reservations are recommended.

• Bitter & Twisted - Bitter & Twisted was named one of the top 50 bars in North America. They have a wide selection of cocktails and is located within the historic Luhrs Building which was once the former Arizona Prohibition Headquarters.

• Rough Rider - Rough Rider is a speakeasy style cocktail bar in Downtown Phoenix found by taking the middle elevator down in the Ten-O-One building. Their cocktails and aesthetic are inspired by the late 19th century.

• Platform 18 at Century Grand - Platform 18 is an immersive cocktail experience like no other. Reservations are required at this train inspired establishment where guests embark on a journey inside of a 1920s train car while drinking elevated cocktails.