South Mountain Travel Guide
Phoenix





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Popular places to visit

Mystery Castle
You can find out about the history of Phoenix with a visit to Mystery Castle. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Arizona Grand Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Phoenix at Arizona Grand Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Oasis Water Park
Enjoy an outing to Oasis Water Park during your stay in Phoenix. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Raven Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Phoenix at Raven Golf Club. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Halle Heart Children’s Museum
Enjoy a trip to Halle Heart Children’s Museum and popular activities such as golfing in Phoenix. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
South Mountain Post Acute
If South Mountain Post Acute is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Phoenix.
Things to do

Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket

Smartphone Guided Haunted Walking Tour in Phoenix

Wings of Fire & Whispers of the Desert Phoenix Ghost Tours

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Arizona Tickets

Discover Phoenix! 2 hr City Tour

Wings of Fire & Whispers of the Desert Phoenix Ghost Tours
Top hotels in South Mountain

Legacy Golf Resort
The room was very nice and the pool was enjoyable as well. We liked being on a golf course. Thinly confusion was the golf coarse is not part of the resort but they work hand in hand.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
Bathroom has mold stain but just because it’s old
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites PHOENIX AIRPORT by IHG
Grateful for the airport shuttle that was timely. Front desk staff was courtesy and helpful, greeting with positive energy. The restaurant was good; had dinner there the first night. Rooms were clean. Definitely would stay here again
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
Second time we've been to this location. We had a really great location for our room. Rooms are clean, staff is friendly, food is amazing! The pools are clean and feel nice. This resort is a family favorite!
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Talking Stick Resort
Excellent stay
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Scottsdale Plaza Resort
Everything was top notch. Definitely will stay again!
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Mountain

Downtown Phoenix
Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Phoenix. You can visit top attractions like Chase Field and Mortgage Matchup Center, and jump on the metro at 12th Street - Jefferson Station or 12th Street - Washington Station to see more of the city.

Ahwatukee Foothills
Ahwatukee Foothills is known for its exciting water parks, and with sights like Foothills Golf Club and Club West Golf Club, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Phoenix.

Encanto
Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Encanto. You can visit top attractions like Heard Museum and Phoenix Art Museum, and jump on the metro at Thomas Rd - Central Ave Station or Osborn Rd - Central Ave Station to see more of the city.

Camelback East
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Camelback East. Spend some time visiting top spots like Biltmore Fashion Park, and catch the metro at 44th Street - Washington Station or 50th Street Station to see more of the area.

Downtown Scottsdale
While visiting Downtown Scottsdale, you might make a stop by sights like Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West and Scottsdale Stadium.

Old Town
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West to Scottsdale Fashion Square – discover Old Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
