Phoenix Vacation & Tourism Guide
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More than 300 days of sunshine each year make Phoenix the perfect year-round destination. Whether you want to relax at a world-class resort, stroll through museums and galleries, experience lush golf courses or explore the wonders of the Sonoran Desert, here is where you’ll discover the desert you never knew.
Great Recommendations from Real Travelers
1. Royal Palms Resort and Spa - Destination Hotels & Resorts
Real Traveler Rating: 4.8 out of 5 based on 168 reviews from 5 sources
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"If you have a chance to experience this resort, it's wonderful!" — source Travelocity
"Pleasant stay, room great and was overall a nice experience" — source Expedia
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1. Heard Museum (The)
... internationally acclaimed Heard Museum is one of the best places to experience the myriad cultures and art of Native Americans of the Southwest. With a commanding presence on Central Avenue in downtown Phoenix, the museum h... more
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2. Desert Botanical Gardens
... Botanical Garden offers the world's finest collection of arid-land plants from deserts of the world in a unique outdoor setting. The Garden has more than 50,000 desert plants on display throughout five thematic trails that... more
Real Travelers who've been to Desert Botanical Gardens
c222c in Phoenix AZ said
… Phoenix is a nice place to stay. Visit the Scottsdale Fashion Square (shopping mall). Visit the desert botanical garden… continue reading »
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3. Phoenix Art Museum
... exhibitions featuring artists such as Rembrandt, Norman Rockwell, Annie Leibowitz and Monet are shown along side the Museum's outstanding collection of more than 17,000 works of American, Asian, European, Latin American, We... more
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4. Phoenix Zoo Lights
... exhibited throughout five unique trails. Open every day 9 a. m. -5 p. m. Summer hours (June-Sept) hours are 7 a. m. -2 p. m. (weekdays) and 7 a. m. -4 p. m. (weekends). The Phoenix Zoo offers unique event venues indoors and... more
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5. Herberger Theater Center
... Theater Center was conceived as a pivotal piece in the redevelopment and revitalization of downtown Phoenix. Built in 1989 to support and foster the growth of performing arts in Phoenix as a performance venue and arts incub... more
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6. Pueblo Grande Museum and Cultural Park
... a prehistoric Hohokam ruin and full-sized replicated dwellings. Pueblo Grande Museum is located at a 1,500-yr. -old Hohokam village ruins in modern day Phoenix. For more than 80-yrs. the museum has been dedicated to the stu... more
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7. Zen 32
Looking for a late night cure for the after-theater growl? This popular hangout features a zesty atmosphere with trick lighting. Sometimes ... more
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8. Phoenix Police Museum
... is located at the Barrister Place Building and is open Mon. , Wed. and Fri. from 9 a. m. - 3p. m. , with no admission fee. We schedule TOURS for groups of more than five people so please call in advance. If you tell ... more
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9. Pioneer Arizona Living History Museum
topics: living, history. more
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10. Shemer Art Center and Museum
... Fe mission-style building showcasing work of Arizona artists and offering lectures, classes and workshops and special events for adults and youth. Shemer Arts Center and Museum is operated by the Shemer Art Center and Museu... more
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1. Tutti Santi
Near the Pointe Hilton at Squaw Peak , this restaurant was voted one of the Top 100 Restaurants in America ... more
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2. Tarbell's
... appointed eatery located in the same strip mall as Tomaso's isn't a striking space, but the white linen-covered tables exhibit the attention to detail worthy of one of Phoenix's best restaurants. Chef Mark Tarbell's seasona... more
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3. Wrigley Mansion Club
... built in 1929. Banquet facility for weddings, corporate events, social events and charity events. 360-degree views of the city. Accommodations ... more
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4. T. Cook's
... a den of rich earthen colors, high-vaulted ceilings and panoramic views, T. Cook's offers unrivaled ambiance for a Phoenix restaurant. Mimicking the colonial Spanish architecture and atmosphere of the Royal Palms Resort and... more
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5. Vincent Guerithault on Camelback
... Short :Back in the '80s, this small place put Phoenix on the culinary map thanks to Chef Vincent Guerithault and his sumptuous fare, which marries Southwestern ingredients and French technique. Come for a quiet business lun... more
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6. Morton's of Chicago
You won't find the \"ladies who lunch\" lining up at this restaurant. With a smoker-friendly lounge, the ... more
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7. Quiessence Restaurant & Wine Bar
... at Quiessence changes daily to feature fresh, local, and seasonal food. Extraordinary ingredients simply prepared ... more
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8. Capital Grille - Phoenix
An array of rich dishes, including steak and seafood is served here, and you can enjoy it in a serene, elegant ambience. ... more
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9. Tutti Santi (by Nina) Scottsdale
Near the Pointe Hilton at Squaw Peak , this restaurant was voted one of the Top 100 Restaurants in America ... more
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10. Richardson's
The Valley's first restaurant offering the cuisine of New Mexico is still one of the finest. Because of ... more
Top Rated Phoenix Trips
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Yes, we've been bitten by the travel bug again! | Jun 08 10'
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We will leave for the first leg of our journey on June 8, flying out of Phoenix to Philadephia then on to Rome. We'll then pick up a... Continue reading »
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"A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step." | May 14 09'
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Well I am off on another adventure in a few short days. This time I will only be gone 6 weeks. I feel like I'm ordering the sampler platter at Appl... Continue reading »
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“A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step.” | May 13 09'
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Well I am off on another adventure in a few short days. This time I will only be gone 6 weeks. I feel like I'm ordering the sampler platt... Continue reading »
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I love other peoples kids! | Jan 04 09'
"The whole fam damily!"
Sure was nice to hop off that short flight from the snow I was waiting in back in Bremerton. Haven't seen mom and pops or my brother, sister... Continue reading »
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But it is just a DRY Heat! | Jul 12 09'
"High Noon "
July in Arizona is not exactly the ideal time of the year for someone from the midwest to plan a visit to the desert. But, since the conference I a... Continue reading »
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