Downtown Travel Guide
Phoenix
Popular places to visit
Mesa Arts Center
Even the cheap seats are great at this award-winning theater complex, the largest in Arizona.
Arizona Museum of Natural History
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Arizona Museum of Natural History in Mesa. 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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries 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.
Talking Stick Resort Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to Talking Stick Resort Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Scottsdale? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket
Phoenix Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona
Top hotels in Downtown
The Azure Hotel
Breakfast was awful but everything else was perfect
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
FOUNDRE Phoenix
There were bed bugs in the bed.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Talking Stick Resort
Staff was eager to help and deliver needed items to the room. The main pool was being drained and closed, but the other pool was open and had a wait staff. But as a relaxing pool
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
The breakfast buffet was amazing!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
Resort was incredible, good drinks, great food, awesome atmosphere and very pleasant staff! Early check was complimentary and was perfect for the kiddos after a long ride!
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
Parking too limited. Had to carry bags up stairs. Paid for late checkout until 1 but maid banged on door and then walked in on us we weren’t even clothed. Complained about this they gave us One hour of extra time for inconvenience! Wow
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown
The Islands
The Islands might not have many top sights, but Gilbert Farmers Market and Hale Centre Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
East Mesa
While East Mesa isn't home to many top sights, Superstition Springs Center and Augusta Ranch Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Central Scottsdale
If you're spending some time in Central Scottsdale, Scottsdale Ranch Park and Cactus Park are top sights worth seeing.
