South Tempe, AZ
Phoenix
Visit South Tempe
Popular places to visit
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center
Enjoy the thrill rides with your kiddos at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center as part of your trip to Tempe. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium during your visit to Tempe. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Arizona Mills Mall
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Arizona Mills Mall during your visit to Tempe. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Tempe Sports Complex Dog Park
After visiting Tempe Sports Complex Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tempe.
Tempe History Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Tempe History Museum in Tempe. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Historic Apache Trail & Sonoran Desert Tour with a Boat Ride
Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field
Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona
South Tempe Hotel Deals
Embassy Suites by Hilton Phoenix Tempe
"The room we stayed in was a little dated and worn. The toilet had to be flushed multiple times. The breakfast was outstanding and very quick."
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Phoenix Tempe
"First stay here. Hotel was clean and staff friendly. Very comfortable. Pool & hot tub were awesome. My only complaint would be they need to change their toilet paper and facial tissues to something stronger and softer. Toilet paper is scratchy and thin, and when you blow your nose, the tissue disintegrates ..."
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Sonesta ES Suites Tempe
"Clean room breakfast was amazing."
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
FOUNDRE Phoenix
"So modern and chic! Clean spacious room."
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Talking Stick Resort
"Great stay as always"
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
"Older property. Pleasant staff"
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Other neighborhoods around South Tempe
Ahwatukee Foothills
Ahwatukee Foothills is known for its exciting waterparks, and with sights like Foothills Golf Club and Desert Foothills Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Phoenix.
South Mountain
The ample dining options and top golf courses are top of the list for many visitors to South Mountain. A stop by Oasis Water Park or Arizona Grand Golf Course might round out your trip.
The Islands
While there might not be top attractions in The Islands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gilbert Farmers Market and Hale Centre Theatre.
Downtown Phoenix
A true urban neighborhood, Downtown Phoenix boasts major sports venues like Chase Field and Footprint Center, as well as cultural attractions such as the Arizona Science Center and Phoenix Art Museum. Easily accessible via Valley Metro Light Rail, enjoy walkable streets, friendly cafes, and local businesses.
Downtown Scottsdale
If you're spending some time in Downtown Scottsdale, Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West and Scottsdale Waterfront are top sights worth seeing.
Old Town
Old Town is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Scottsdale Waterfront and Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West.
