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Sightseeing
Selected as a top activity in Phoenix by TripAdvisor reviews
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Musical Instrument Museum
4725 E Mayo BlvdSelected as a top activity in Phoenix by TripAdvisor reviews
Taliesin West
12621 N Frank Lloyd Wright BlvdWinter home of Frank Lloyd Wright
Great 14 mile drive north on Cave Creek Road to enjoy the desert views, at Carefree and Cave Creek itself there are a range of art galleries and restaurants and the iconic Boulder Resort.
Especially great drive during the spring when the Arizona wildflowers are in bloom. This should be a good year with lots of rain, the desert is very green.
On Fridays, there is a Farmers Market at 1 Sundial Circle that operates from 9AM - 1PM October-May. During the summer time shifts to 8-11 AM
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Carefree
Great 14 mile drive north on Cave Creek Road to enjoy the desert views, at Carefree and Cave Creek itself there are a range of art galleries and restaurants and the iconic Boulder Resort.
Especially great drive during the spring when the Arizona wildflowers are in bloom. This should be a good year with lots of rain, the desert is very green.
On Fridays, there is a Farmers Market at 1 Sundial Circle that operates from 9AM - 1PM October-May. During the summer time shifts to 8-11 AM
Lot's of shops and restaurants, great Saturday Farmers market during the fall and winter. Also nearby on many Sundays in the winter is a free event A’Fair at Scottsdale Civic Center Mall, next to Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts and Scottsdale Contemporary Art Museum, a staple event for more than 30 years, transforming the park into a space that picnickers and art fans enjoy, and providing music lovers with an opportunity to hear the best Arizona-based artists for a relaxing afternoon of great entertainment. A pop-up arts market and fun activities for children and families will change each Sunday, making no two A’Fairs the same.
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Old Town Scottsdale
3200 N Scottsdale RdLot's of shops and restaurants, great Saturday Farmers market during the fall and winter. Also nearby on many Sundays in the winter is a free event A’Fair at Scottsdale Civic Center Mall, next to Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts and Scottsdale Contemporary Art Museum, a staple event for more than 30 years, transforming the park into a space that picnickers and art fans enjoy, and providing music lovers with an opportunity to hear the best Arizona-based artists for a relaxing afternoon of great entertainment. A pop-up arts market and fun activities for children and families will change each Sunday, making no two A’Fairs the same.
Truly a wonderful way to better understand the Sonoran Desert, close to Sky Harbor Airport so a great place to walk off the effects of sitting in a plane for a few hours or a great last stop before catching an afternoon plane. It opens at 8 AM.
They also have Gertrudes, a well recognized restaurant and through out the year special weekend and night events.
Through May 12th they have a nightly Electric Desert event which looks amazing.
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Desert Botanical Garden
Truly a wonderful way to better understand the Sonoran Desert, close to Sky Harbor Airport so a great place to walk off the effects of sitting in a plane for a few hours or a great last stop before catching an afternoon plane. It opens at 8 AM.
They also have Gertrudes, a well recognized restaurant and through out the year special weekend and night events.
Through May 12th they have a nightly Electric Desert event which looks amazing.
If you are going to Old Town Scottsdale and interested in the history of the west, this might be an interesting stop
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Scottsdale Museum of the West
3830 North Marshall WayIf you are going to Old Town Scottsdale and interested in the history of the west, this might be an interesting stop
Drinks & Nightlife
Music and Ticket National Comedy Acts located right in the heart of Desert Ridge Marketplace
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CB Live
21001 North Tatum BoulevardMusic and Ticket National Comedy Acts located right in the heart of Desert Ridge Marketplace
The Whining Pig Desert Ridge
1405 46Selection of Craft Beers in an interesting subterranean location
Restaurant and Quasi Sports Bar with a broad menu and a wide range of beer on Tap
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Yard House
9401 W Westgate BlvdRestaurant and Quasi Sports Bar with a broad menu and a wide range of beer on Tap
Stand up comedy venue in High Street Complex near Desert Ridge
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Rick Bronson's - House of Comedy AZ
5350 E High StStand up comedy venue in High Street Complex near Desert Ridge
While I have not checked it out, this is a speakeasy cocktail bar with a limited food menu next to the Whining Pig Craft Beer Bar.
Pigtails Desert Ridge
21001 N Tatum BlvdWhile I have not checked it out, this is a speakeasy cocktail bar with a limited food menu next to the Whining Pig Craft Beer Bar.
Brewery with pub food and plenty of TVs to watch your favorite sporting events
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BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
9748 W Northern AveBrewery with pub food and plenty of TVs to watch your favorite sporting events
Sports bar that is a popular destination to watch your favorite college and NFL football as well as Phoenix Suns games
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Majerle's Sports Grill
13375 W McDowell RdSports bar that is a popular destination to watch your favorite college and NFL football as well as Phoenix Suns games
Parks & Nature
Some nearby Phoenix Mountain Preserve locations and other highlights
Iconic Park and Hiking Trail can be very challenging for a novice hiker, always bring water
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Piestewa Peak Trails
7232 N Squaw Peak DrIconic Park and Hiking Trail can be very challenging for a novice hiker, always bring water
This is one of the closer Phoenix Mountain Preserve hiking areas with easy to moderate hiking, great parking and rest rooms. There is also a visitor center which may be open depending on the day.
It is about a 15 minute drive on surface streets, don't forget to bring water.
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North Mountain Park
10608 N 7th StThis is one of the closer Phoenix Mountain Preserve hiking areas with easy to moderate hiking, great parking and rest rooms. There is also a visitor center which may be open depending on the day.
It is about a 15 minute drive on surface streets, don't forget to bring water.
Range of hiking trails, of SR 51 at Northern, part of the Phoenix Mountain Preserve
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Dreamy Draw Recreation Area
2421 E Northern AveRange of hiking trails, of SR 51 at Northern, part of the Phoenix Mountain Preserve
Great set of easy to moderate hiking trails directly north, it is about a 15-20 minute drive on the scenic part of the Cave Creek Road on the way to Carefree and Cave Creek. Especially great when wildflowers are blooming in the spring.
This set of trails is also commonly used for horse back and mountain biking so keep alert on the trail. There are bathrooms but no drinking water, nice size parking lot.
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Apache Wash Trailhead
Great set of easy to moderate hiking trails directly north, it is about a 15-20 minute drive on the scenic part of the Cave Creek Road on the way to Carefree and Cave Creek. Especially great when wildflowers are blooming in the spring.
This set of trails is also commonly used for horse back and mountain biking so keep alert on the trail. There are bathrooms but no drinking water, nice size parking lot.
If you have limited time, this is a good place to see Native American Petroglyphs, please check the website for time and days
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Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve
3711 W Deer Valley DrIf you have limited time, this is a good place to see Native American Petroglyphs, please check the website for time and days
Great trail at North Mountain in Phoenix Mountain Preserve
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Shaw Butte Trailhead
12898 N Central AveGreat trail at North Mountain in Phoenix Mountain Preserve
Shopping
From the unusual (Cutie) to the sublime (Kierland), North Phoenix and Scottsdale has some of the best shopping options within easy access
Very close to the AirBnb, membership club with an amazing selection of prepared or easily prepared foods and drink along with snack, healthcare items and the best price for gas in town.
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Costco Wholesale
2450 E Beardsley RdVery close to the AirBnb, membership club with an amazing selection of prepared or easily prepared foods and drink along with snack, healthcare items and the best price for gas in town.
Just North on Tatum Boulevard of 101 North. There are wide range of retail and restaurants such as Yard House, Pita Jungle (local) and 20+ others in this area.
There is also a very nice "Super" Alberstons Grocery Store and Target if you forgot some item for your trip.
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Desert Ridge Marketplace
21001 N Tatum BlvdJust North on Tatum Boulevard of 101 North. There are wide range of retail and restaurants such as Yard House, Pita Jungle (local) and 20+ others in this area.
There is also a very nice "Super" Alberstons Grocery Store and Target if you forgot some item for your trip.
Hi-End Shopping, retail, and destination dinning, right across from the Scottsdale Quarter, one reviewer called it the Rodeo Drive of the Phoenix.
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Kierland Commons
Hi-End Shopping, retail, and destination dinning, right across from the Scottsdale Quarter, one reviewer called it the Rodeo Drive of the Phoenix.
Just outside of town off the I-17 Freeway on the way to Prescott and Sedona is one of the premier outlet malls in the area
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Outlets at Anthem
4250 W Anthem WayJust outside of town off the I-17 Freeway on the way to Prescott and Sedona is one of the premier outlet malls in the area
Entertainment & Activities
Spring Training in both the West and East Valley is easily accessible from the 101 Freeway just north of the AirBnB, there are other fun activities like TopGolf and for the family Dave and Busters
Spring training home of the Arizona Diamondbacks and Colorado Rockies, beautiful facility with grass and stadium seating.
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Salt River Fields at Talking Stick
7555 N Pima RdSpring training home of the Arizona Diamondbacks and Colorado Rockies, beautiful facility with grass and stadium seating.
Cactus League Spring Training featuring the Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres! The action starts Friday, February 22, 2019
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Peoria Sports Complex
16101 N 83rd AveCactus League Spring Training featuring the Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres! The action starts Friday, February 22, 2019
San Francisco Giants Spring Training Station within walking distance of the Shops and Restaurants of Old Town Scottsdale
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Scottsdale Stadium
7408 E Osborn RdSan Francisco Giants Spring Training Station within walking distance of the Shops and Restaurants of Old Town Scottsdale
Unique entertainment/sports complex focused on golf, great for groups.
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Topgolf
9500 Talking Stick WayUnique entertainment/sports complex focused on golf, great for groups.
Spring Training Home for Kansas City Royals and Texas Rangers
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Surprise Spring Training
15960 N Bullard AveSpring Training Home for Kansas City Royals and Texas Rangers
Tempe Diablo Stadium
2200 W Alameda DrSpring Training Home for the Angels
Camelback Ranch
10710 W Camelback RdSpring training home for the legendary Dodgers
Goodyear Ballpark
1933 S Ballpark WayHome of the Cleveland Indians for Spring Training
Sloan Park
2330 W Rio Salado PkwyDa' Cubs Spring Training Location
Famous for the Barrett Jackson Auto Auction (January) and numerous horse events including the Arabian House Show (February) as well as a range of other events throughout the year.
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WestWorld of Scottsdale
16601 North Pima RoadFamous for the Barrett Jackson Auto Auction (January) and numerous horse events including the Arabian House Show (February) as well as a range of other events throughout the year.
Dave & Buster's
21001 N Tatum BlvdPopular with families for gaming and dining
If too much warmth and sun is overwhelming your senses, head over to the Ice Den to go skating, check the website to see what time there is free skate periods.
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Ice Den Scottsdale
9375 E Bell RdIf too much warmth and sun is overwhelming your senses, head over to the Ice Den to go skating, check the website to see what time there is free skate periods.
Everything Else
Casino Resort, Music Venue, Golf, Dining
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Casino Arizona at Talking Stick Resort
9800 Talking Stick WayCasino Resort, Music Venue, Golf, Dining
Essentials
This is the nearest Trader Joes, if coming from the airport it is 1.5 east of SR-51 on Shea and a great place to shop for interesting foods, quick meals, vegetables, and cheeses along with beer, wine and deserts. Trader Joes has an excellent reputation for quality food and great customer service.
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Trader Joe's
7720 W Bell RdThis is the nearest Trader Joes, if coming from the airport it is 1.5 east of SR-51 on Shea and a great place to shop for interesting foods, quick meals, vegetables, and cheeses along with beer, wine and deserts. Trader Joes has an excellent reputation for quality food and great customer service.
Coming from the Airport, this is the most convenient Trader Joe's right off SR-51, as a bonus there is also one location of Chris Bianco's Pizzeria Bianco.
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Trader Joe's
7720 W Bell RdComing from the Airport, this is the most convenient Trader Joe's right off SR-51, as a bonus there is also one location of Chris Bianco's Pizzeria Bianco.
This is a really large nice "Super" Albertsons for all your grocery needs, it is located at Desert Ridge Market Place, so 10-12 minute drive on 101 going East to Tatum.
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Albertsons
21001 N Tatum BlvdThis is a really large nice "Super" Albertsons for all your grocery needs, it is located at Desert Ridge Market Place, so 10-12 minute drive on 101 going East to Tatum.
This is the closest Albertsons, approximately 2 miles away, it is a smaller location with less variety than the one located at Desert Ridge Marketplace.
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Albertsons
21001 N Tatum BlvdThis is the closest Albertsons, approximately 2 miles away, it is a smaller location with less variety than the one located at Desert Ridge Marketplace.