South Scottsdale Travel Guide

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Sculpture of Winfield and Helen Scott, the founders of Scottsdale. Based upon a historic photograph, Winfield stands alongside "Old Maud" with Helen seated sidesaddle.

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Public art installation that is suspended above the Arizona Canal in Scottsdale Arizona. Made from 50,000 colourful ripstop nylon streams attached to monofilament, this lightweight kinetic sculpture harnesses wind currents to rise and fall dramatically. On display from Nov. 17, 2017 to March 5, 2018.
One more experience checked off my bucket list! We booked our hot air balloon ride with Hot Air Expeditions and they were great.
Come to old towne Scottsdale for some fine dining and boutique shopping.
Morning light in the Tonto National Forest  #Adventure

Where to stay in South Scottsdale

Old Town

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.

Old Town
Downtown Scottsdale featuring street scenes, a small town or village and cuddly or friendly animals

Downtown Scottsdale

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

Downtown Scottsdale
Downtown Scottsdale featuring a church or cathedral

Brown and Stetson Business

Brown and Stetson Business might not have many top sights, but Scottsdale Waterfront and Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Brown and Stetson Business
Sun setting over Scottsdale, Arizona waterfront area with Camelback Mountain glowing.

Entertainment District

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Entertainment District and surrounding area, you can visit Scottsdale Waterfront and Scottsdale Fashion Square.

Entertainment District
Fabulous resort !

Gainey Ranch

5/5(1 area review)

Check out the spas, restaurants and live music while spending some time in Gainey Ranch. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like McCormick Ranch Golf Club or Salt River Fields at Talking Stick.

Gainey Ranch
Arts District which includes a statue or sculpture, outdoor art and flowers

Arts District

If you're spending some time in Arts District, Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West and Stagebrush Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Arts District
The McCormick Scottsdale

The McCormick Scottsdale

3.5 out of 5
7421 N Scottsdale Rd Paradise Valley AZ
Fully refundable
The price is Rp2.488.416 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
Rp2.488.416
Rp3.415.155 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Paradise Valley. Enjoy free parking, a private beach and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,308 reviews)
The mattress had a stain but it was alright

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

The McCormick Scottsdale
Hotel Valley Ho

Hotel Valley Ho

4.5 out of 5
6850 E Main St Scottsdale AZ
The price is Rp5.469.437 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
Rp5.469.437
Rp6.233.567 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Scottsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,302 reviews)
Amazing hotel, great location. Very very nice room upgrade!

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Hotel Valley Ho
 Scottsdale Parkview Resort

Scottsdale Parkview Resort

3.5 out of 5
7707 E McDowell Rd Scottsdale AZ
The price is Rp1.943.504 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
Rp1.943.504
Rp2.370.063 total
13 Apr - 14 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Scottsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,149 reviews)
Internet worked great. The pool area was large and very nice.

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Scottsdale Parkview Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sentral Old Town

Sentral Old Town

4 out of 5
4753 N. Scottsdale Rd. Scottsdale AZ
Stay at this aparthotel in Scottsdale. Enjoy a fitness centre, parking (surcharge) and a pool table. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (589 reviews)
Very clean, modern and virtually touchless. Key fob gets you into room, elevator, pool area and all other amenities except parking. Parking was singular challenge-- requires app that is not intuitive but once acciunt is created, it was relatively easy. Minimalist kitchen A-OK for couple. REALLY close ...

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Sentral Old Town
Meridian CondoResorts

Meridian CondoResorts

3 out of 5
8390 E. Via de Ventura Suite F-208 Scottsdale AZ
Stay at this family-friendly condo in Scottsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Talking Stick Resort Casino ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (902 reviews)
Overall the condo was average, communication with the host was average they did not set up the second room with the beds I requested. Also after we checked in they notified us that one of the days of our stay water would be completely turned off for 4 hours not allowing us to access showers, toilets ...

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Meridian CondoResorts
The Dune Lofts

The Dune Lofts

4 out of 5
3425 N 70th St Scottsdale AZ
Stay at this aparthotel in Scottsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Talking Stick Resort Casino and Scottsdale ...
The Dune Lofts
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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