Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport 27 min
Papago Park (24 min)
Expansive hiking & picnicking area that includes the Phoenix Zoo & famed Hole-in-the-Rock formation. Arizona Museum of Natural History (11 min)
Southwest life & art exhibits including dinosaur displays, a Hohokam village & gold panning. Usery Mountain Regional Park (24 min)
A 3,648-acre park offering camping, archery & 29 miles of multi-use trails plus scenic wind caves. Hole in the Rock (23 min)
Landmark rock formation with multiple cavelike holes in the sandstone created by erosion. Talking Stick Resort (25 min)
High-end modern resort with pools, dining & a spa, plus golf, a casino & live entertainment. Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch (12 min)
Expansive natural area with 7 ponds & hiking trails, plus an observatory.& dinosaur-bone dig site. Golfland Sunsplash (12 min)
Amusement chain featuring mini golf courses & arcades, some branches with water slides & laser tag. Mesa Arts Center (11 min)
Unique complex of theaters, art galleries & studios draws crowds to its live performances. VH Spa at Hotel Valley Ho (28 min)
Iconic luxury hotel featuring mid-century modern rooms & suites, a pool, spa & an American eatery. Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (25 min)
Multi-gallery museum with rotating modern art & architecture displays, plus a sculpture garden. OdySea Aquarium (24 min)
Huge aquarium featuring dramatic exhibits of marine life, plus a 3D movie & interactive experiences. Phoenix Zoo (24 min)
125 acres of animal exhibits, including a children's area & petting zoo, plus a narrated tram ride. Desert Botanical Garden (25 min)
Desert garden with 50,000 plants spread over 140 acres, also offering dining, a gift shop & library. Big Surf (22 min)
Popular seasonal waterpark with a 2.5 million-gallon wave pool, many water slides & grassy areas. Tempe Town Lake (19 min)
Large reservoir with fishing in a community blending natural habitats with residential areas. | 
