Distance: 2.3 miles round trip Level Of Difficulty: Difficult Average Time: 2 hours Camelback Mountain should be hiked at least once in your life. This summit hike offers some of the most sought-after panoramic views of Phoenix. Located in the middle of the city, this 1,264-foot climb is an intense taste of wilderness tucked within suburban limits, one that is sure to take your breath away in more ways than one.
In downtown Phoenix, First Friday is a monthly art event where you can visit more than 80 galleries, studios, and workspaces for free on the first Friday of the month. Every Thursday evening, the Scottsdale Art District invites guests to spend a casual night strolling through downtown and enjoying fine art, snacks, and even some wine at select galleries during the weekly Scottsdale ArtWalk. Every Sunday in March, Downtown Tempe invites guests to enjoy original arts and crafts, live music, and shopping at the family-friendly 6th Street Market.
One of the most beautiful attractions in Phoenix! Discover the tranquil vibrancy of 50,000 desert plants nestled amid the red rocks of the Papago Buttes at Desert Botanical Garden. You can stroll through five thematic trails to explore the fascinating beauty of Sonoran Desert plant life, from towering cacti and alluring succulents to brilliant wildflowers and lush trees.
Step inside the largest indoor rainforest conservatory in the United States. More than 3,000 butterflies from around the world flutter among the lush tropical plants and flowers, landing for just long enough to capture the perfect photograph. The flowers, trees and plants within the atrium have been chosen precisely for the butterfly species within.
Located in Scottsdale, Camelback Golf Club features 36 championship holes. Two scenic courses, Ambiente and Padre, boast native grasses, lakes, lofty trees and mountain views. The terrain, with its elevation changes, bunkers and water holes, challenges golfers of all skill levels.