Things To Do
Hiking Camelback Mountain's Cholla Trail
A main nature attraction! 360-degree views of the city after completing a moderately difficult hike that ascends 1,420 feet to the summit. Camelback gets its name from its two rock formations that resemble the head and back of a kneeling camel. The Cholla trail is a 3-mile loop that is typically completed in 2-3 hours. There are other trails for more avid and experienced hikers as well.
Mountain Shadows' Par 3 course and more
Phoenix is home to over 200 golf courses and is known as one of the “World’s Finest Golf Destinations.” The Mountain Shadows' Par 3 course is frequently featured in major golf publications. If your schedule is flexible, golf courses Greyhawk, Troon North and We-Ko-Pa Golf Clubs are open to the public and consistently rank in the top 100 courses in the U.S.
Desert Botanical Garden
85-year-old oasis featuring 50,000 plants spread across 140 acres in five short, looping trails, each differently themed. It’s an easy walk and a pleasant way to get a sense of the Sonoran Desert.
Spa Day
There are tons of great spas in the area! Omni Joya Spa - 31,000 sq ft spa at the Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia, offering massages, facials, body treatments, and naturopathic services. Spa guests can also enjoy poolside food and beverages with views of Camelback Mountain from 10-4 Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Spa - One of the top destination spas in the country, offers inspiring treatments and tranquil environments with complete full-service salon offerings. The Phoenician Spa - The Phoenician Spa offers a host of luxury amenities including a private spa rooftop pool offering food and beverages. We suggest you book a treatment in advance!
Coffee Shops
Berdena's - Situated in the popular Old Town area, Berdena's offers classic coffee shop fare served up in a modern, cheerful setting featuring outdoor seating. Fourtillfour Café - Hip coffeehouse in an old garage with grass & a patio, also a meeting place for Porsche enthusiasts. Check out their website for weekend event details.
La Grande Orange Grocery & Pizzeria
A curated general store offering grab & go breakfast sandwiches, coffee, and lunch.
théa Rooftop at The Global Ambassador Hotel
A favorite spot with top notch views! A great option for indoor or outdoor dining - check out their mezze platters and rosé (all day), a collection noted as one of the largest in the U.S.
The Henry
A local favorite and a great spot for brunch or lunch!
FnB Restaurant
FnB acolytes call its James Beard Award-winning chef and co-owner “Veggie Whisperer”. Her modern American menu also features delectable pastas, meat and fish dishes, and a monumental bread course from Tucson bread guru and James Beard award winner Don Guerra.
Virtu Honest Craft
Seafood forward modern Italian food. In good weather, the charming patio is the place to be.
Tacos & Tequila
Too many great Mexican restaurants to choose just one! To name a few: Barrio Queen, Toca Madera (upscale), Santo Arcadia, Frank & Lupe's and Los Olivos Mexican Patio!
Sometimes you need a dive bar
Head for Porter’s Western Saloon a classy bi-level hangout (originally the post office circa 1929), which now turns out beer, wine, and cocktails. For a honky-tonk special, consider the Rusty Spur Saloon (a bank back in the day), where it’s loud and crowded, and there’s live country music and dancing seven nights a week. For a shot of local color (and cheap drinks), check out two of Old Town’s best dive bars — the Coach House (going strong since 1959) and Pattie’s First Avenue Lounge (7220 E. First Avenue; (480) 990-0103), a laid-back dance club that doesn’t feel clubby.