Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport 29 min
Big Surf (23 min) Popular seasonal waterpark with a 2.5 million-gallon wave pool, many water slides & grassy areas. Freestone Park (14 min) A community park on 88 acres with a rec center, fields, mini amusement park, a skate park & fishing. Arizona Commemorative Air Force Museum (10 min) This go-to for displays & rides in historic warplanes features a 1944 B-17G bomber & an F4 Phantom. i.d.e.a. Museum (19 min) Fine arts museum encouraging self-expression for youngsters through hands-on activities. Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch (12 min) Expansive natural area with 7 ponds & hiking trails, plus an observatory.& dinosaur-bone dig site. Mesa Arts Center (17 min) Unique complex of theaters, art galleries & studios draws crowds to its live performances. Usery Mountain Regional Park (21 min) A 3,648-acre park offering camping, archery & 29 miles of multi-use trails plus scenic wind caves. Tempe Butte (26 min) This volcanic hill near Arizona State University's Tempe campus features petroglyphs & a giant A. Tempe Town Lake (21 min) Large reservoir with fishing in a community blending natural habitats with residential areas. Casino Arizona (21 min) Dynamic center for global dining, entertainment & classic gaming options, plus bingo after dark. Mesa Arizona Temple (15 min) 1920s Mormon temple noted for its neoclassical architecture & elaborate light display at Christmas. Talking Stick Resort (27 min) High-end modern resort with pools, dining & a spa, plus golf, a casino & live entertainment. Arizona Museum of Natural History (18 min) Southwest life & art exhibits including dinosaur displays, a Hohokam village & gold panning. Fort McDowell Casino (29 min) Bustling venue with slot machines, a card room, varied dining options & a nearby resort hotel. Golfland Sunsplash (14 min) Amusement chain featuring mini golf courses & arcades, some branches with water slides & laser tag. |