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Cheer on the Phoenix Suns at an NBA game or walk around the city’s historic precinct as you explore the state capital.
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North Scottsdale is popular for its pristine golf courses, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Grayhawk Golf Club or Equidome Arena.
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The stunning river views and popular shops highlight some of the most notable features of Uptown Sedona. Make a stop by Sedona Art Center while you're exploring the area.
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The picture-perfect mountain views and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to West Sedona. A stop by Thunder Mountain Trailhead or Amitabha Stupa might round out your trip.
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If you're spending time in Camelback East, you might enjoy attractions like Biltmore Fashion Park and Arizona Biltmore Country Club. You might also enjoy the neighborhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at 50th Street Station to see more of the city.
Reviewed on Sep 15, 2021
Reviewed on Sep 15, 2021
Reviewed on Sep 15, 2021
Lookdown into the depths of the Grand Canyon,up to the red rocks of Sedona or allaround at the prickly saguaro cacti to appreciate the range of Arizona’snatural beauty. Several large cities offer contrasting interests of modernconveniences and Native American culture.
The ColoradoRiver winds through northern Arizona, etching a path 1 mile (1.6 kilometers)deep through colorful sedimentary rocks to create the Grand Canyon. Visit thisnational park north of Flagstaff.It’s particularly striking to observe the sunrise, with the walls graduallylighting up as the sun rises above the horizon. Reserve in advance to stay in the rustic Phantom Ranch lodge at the river level and hike or ride a mule downthe steep switchback trail.
Near Holbrook, see very old artifacts in Petrified Forest National Park and the PaintedDesert: dinosaur fossils and petrified wood that are more than 200 millionyears old along with more than 13,000 years of human history at 350 NativeAmerican sites.
Go toPhoenix for big-city excitement witha laidback style. Enjoy diverse attractions that include museums forfirefighting and musical instruments, castle and pueblo architecture and abotanical garden in this unlikely desert location. Arizona State University-West Campus, with over 60,000 students,offers an incredible college sports scene and a renowned public art collection.
Drivefurther south to Tucson for greatgolf. Here you’ll find Saguaro NationalPark and other outdoor spots with the tall tree-like cacti and desertwildlife. The Mexican border is just an hour’s drive south. Sample Arizona’sunique cuisine of authentic Mexican salsas, prickly pear cactus cocktails andbaked goods made with sweet mesquite flour.
Summersin Arizona are very hot and dry. The rest of the year is pleasant, making thestate a popular spot for people seeking an active retirement or a relaxingvacation. Watch the desert come alive with bright flowers after a rare rainshower. In winter, you can even go snow skiing in Flagstaff and Williams.