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.
Mortgage Matchup Center
Catch an event at Mortgage Matchup Center during your trip to Phoenix. Discover the desert landscapes and mountain views in this vibrant area.
Phoenix Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Phoenix Convention Center, a top convention centre in Phoenix. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Chase Field
Catch an event at Chase Field and enjoy other activities in Phoenix such as golfing.In the area, take in the fascinating museums and desert landscapes.
Arizona State University
Walk around the campus of Arizona State University, a top university in Tempe. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out the jogging trails.
State Farm Stadium
Catch an event at State Farm Stadium during your trip to Glendale. Experience the lively festivals or attend a football match in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket
Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert
Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona
Wings of Fire & Whispers of the Desert Phoenix Ghost Tours
Discover Phoenix! 2 hr City Tour
Top hotels in South Mountain
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport
"The hotel staff was most pleasant and very helpful during check-in. The free breakfast and dinner was an added bonus to our 2-night stay. We enjoyed our stay and will be looking forward our next visit in Nov 2026. Thank you, Lorenzo Talavera"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Legacy Golf Resort
"Everything was great, the room was clean, staff always helpful and friendly. The resort itself was pretty good family friendly place"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Phoenix-Airport by IHG
"I’ve always like Hooiday Inn is guaranty of cleaness and comfortable."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Talking Stick Resort
"I had questions about extra charges on my bill and the lady at the front desk kept dancing around them without a valid reason Pay attention they will double charge and act like they don’t know what you are talking about I had questions about extra charges on my bill, but the lady at the front desk ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
"Room was clean staff was very friendly pool Was clean and open bar wait staff was fast and over all excellent"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Where to stay in South Mountain
Rio Verde Foothills
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rio Verde Foothills and surrounding area, you can visit Tom's Thumb Trail and Tonto Verde Golf Club.
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.
Old Town
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Scottsdale Waterfront to Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West – discover Old Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
North Phoenix
While you're in North Phoenix, take in top sights like Reach 11 Sports Complex and jump on the metro at 19th Avenue/ Dunlap Station to see more of the city.
