South Tempe Travel Guide
Phoenix
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Popular places to visit
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center
Enjoy a fun-filled day at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center during your trip to Tempe. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life you'll find at SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium during your visit to Tempe. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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.
Phoenix Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Phoenix Convention Center, a top convention centre in Phoenix. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Grand Canyon University
Walk around the campus of Grand Canyon University, a well-known university in Phoenix. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket
Wings of Fire & Whispers of the Desert Phoenix Ghost Tours
Discover Phoenix! 2 hr City Tour
Smartphone Guided Haunted Walking Tour in Phoenix
Phoenix Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
Sunrise Sonoran Desert Hot Air Balloon Ride from Phoenix
Top hotels in South Tempe
Motel 6 Tempe, AZ – Elliot Road
Overall a clean room. I did find a long hair and small drop of toothpaste in sink. We had ONE bath towel for two people for a two night stay. The room was reserved several days in advance. They should have known. We did get more from the room attendant as she made her rounds. Though she wasn't eager ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
There was not a kitchen, only a mini fridge. It ended up freezing our food we brought, so it wasn't very helpful.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
Cute place to stay. Staff was friendly. The place does need some renovating.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Talking Stick Resort
Rooms were awesome, staff was great! Casino was fun.. overall was wonderful. The only thing i really had an issue with was the main pool. It was dirty and some days the water had a foul odor. Pool needs to be cleaned and water properly treated.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix Airport North
Stop
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Phoenix
Clean room, friendly staff , great place to stay
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Tempe
Ahwatukee Foothills
Ahwatukee Foothills is known for its exciting water parks, and with sights like Foothills Golf Club and Desert Foothills Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Phoenix.
South Mountain
The ample dining options and top golf courses are top of the list for many visitors to South Mountain. A stop by Oasis Water Park or Arizona Grand Golf Course might round out your trip.
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.
Downtown Scottsdale
While visiting Downtown Scottsdale, you might make a stop by sights like Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West and Scottsdale Waterfront.
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.
