Come Discover Phoenix The Valley Of The Sun

Phoenix is named after a mythical bird the rises to a new life from ashes. Even today the name is fitting. Fondly referred to as the valley of the sun it’s a desert oasis complete with cacti and palm trees. It truly is a sight to see with perfect weather 9 months of the year you simply can’t go wrong!

Whether you want to visit the museums, enjoy a great game of golf or spend your time at a luxury resort Phoenix has got it. Whether you want to do some unique shopping or relax at the Botanical Gardens Phoenix can provide. If you’d rather take a tour of the area there are many tour operators to choose with both day and evening tours available.

Phoenix also has plenty of hotel accommodations from the romantic getaway to the family vacation. From budget hotels to luxury hotels they are all available for the choosing.

The Best Western Grace Inn at Ahwatukke is rich in ancient Spanish legend, while the Best Western Inn Suites Hotel is nestled in the Squaw Peak Mountains. The Comfort Inn Turf Paradise is across from the race track. The Hilton Suites is right downtown Phoenix, while the Hyatt Regency is located both in the heart of Phoenix and in Scottsdale.

The Oakwood at Camelback Lofts has lofts for all, and the Phoenix Days Inn has king and queen size beds available. The Ponte Hilton Squaw Peak Resort is a family style resort and a world class destination, while the Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort is tucked with the Tapatio cliffs. Of course there are many other choices for hotels, inns, and resorts.

If you’re looking for things to see and do why not start with the Heard Museum? This is an excellent display of Native American art and culture within the United States. You’ll find artists demonstrations during the week, and musicians playing live on the weekends.

There are plenty of excellent museums in Phoenix. The Phoenix Art Museum is home to more than 16,000 works covering a century. The Hall Of Flame Museum of Firefighters is the world’s largest firefighting museum and here you’ll find chronological details on the profession.

The Pueblo Grande is more than 1000 years old and contains the ruins of a Native American village complete with artifacts. The Pioneer Arizona Living History Museum is a costume period show that takes you back to turn of the Century Arizona.

The Arizona Science Center has over 300 hands on exhibits. The Phoenix Museum of History, The Arizona State Capitol Museum, The Shemer Art Center and Museum, Arizona Hall of Fame, Arizona Military Museum, and the Arizona Mining and Mineral Museum are all worth visiting!

If strolling through the gardens is something that interests you then be sure to visit Desert Botanical Gardens. But if you’d rather explore a castle be sure to visit Mystery Castle a three story castle that was build back in 1945 to make a daughter’s dreams come true. It was mad of stone, auto parts, and petroglyphs all bonded with a mix of goat’s milk and cement. What’s really neat is it’s the daughter who does the tours.

Phoenix Zoo is also a great place to visit with over 125 acres to explore from the African Savanna to the tropical rainforest to the Arizona desert.

The Castles N’ Coasters is one of the oldest amusement parks in Phoenix and it’s worth a visit. Take a ride on the thrilling roller coaster or enjoy some of the tamer rides. There’s also more than 300 arcade games to choose from.

If you’ve been dying for a game of golf Phoenix is the place to be with ample choices. The Wildfire Golf Club was designed by Arnold Palmer, while the Raven Golf Club can be found at South Mountain. Then there’s the Phantom Horse Golf Club, Talking Stick Golf Club, Club West, Legacy Golf Resort, Lakes at Ahwatukee, Papago, Anthem Country Club, and Foothills Golf Club to name just a few of your choices.

After a refreshing game of golf why not head down to the Phoenix Stages where you’ll find the Symphony Hall, Orpheum Theatre, and Herberger Theater Center all with a great mix of live performances. It’s an exceptional experience so don’t miss it.

Phoenix has something for everyone – young or old, family or couple, business or pleasure, fun or educational. It’s there for the taking. So why not come discover Phoenix?

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