Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport 27 min
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (24 min) Multi-gallery museum with rotating modern art & architecture displays, plus a sculpture garden. Big Surf (21 min) Popular seasonal waterpark with a 2.5 million-gallon wave pool, many water slides & grassy areas. Hole in the Rock (22 min) Landmark rock formation with multiple cavelike holes in the sandstone created by erosion. Phoenix Zoo (23 min) 125 acres of animal exhibits, including a children's area & petting zoo, plus a narrated tram ride. Mesa Arts Center (6 min) Unique complex of theaters, art galleries & studios draws crowds to its live performances. Papago Park (23 min) Expansive hiking & picnicking area that includes the Phoenix Zoo & famed Hole-in-the-Rock formation. VH Spa at Hotel Valley Ho (27 min) Iconic luxury hotel featuring mid-century modern rooms & suites, a pool, spa & an American eatery. Desert Botanical Garden (24 min) Desert garden with 50,000 plants spread over 140 acres, also offering dining, a gift shop & library. OdySea Aquarium (23 min) Huge aquarium featuring dramatic exhibits of marine life, plus a 3D movie & interactive experiences. Butterfly Wonderland (23 min) Indoor, interactive rainforest habitat housing thousands of butterflies, plus a cafe & gift shop. Golfland Sunsplash (11 min) Amusement chain featuring mini golf courses & arcades, some branches with water slides & laser tag. Camelback Mountain (32 min) Well-known peak resembling a camel’s hump, with hiking, climbing & panoramic city views. Arizona Museum of Natural History (8 min) Southwest life & art exhibits including dinosaur displays, a Hohokam village & gold panning. Talking Stick Resort (24 min) High-end modern resort with pools, dining & a spa, plus golf, a casino & live entertainment. Tempe Town Lake (18 min) Large reservoir with fishing in a community blending natural habitats with residential areas. |