If you are unfamiliar with the area, here are some recommended activities and restaurants that we enjoy!
Desert Botanical Garden
1201 North Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ 85008
We really enjoy the Desert Botanical Garden! It is about a 9 minute drive from the airport!
Echo Canyon Trailhead
Camelback East Village, Phoenix, AZ 85018
One of our favorite hikes in Phoenix! Very close to the reception hotel and the airport! It is considered a difficult hike. We recommend gloves, water, and sunscreen.
Scottsdale Fashion Square
7014 East Camelback Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
A very nice, upscale, indoor mall. Excellent for walking and shopping!
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park
16501 West Northern Avenue, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Come meet Jellybean, their new pygmy hippo!
Tempe Sports Complex-Pickleball Courts
8401 S Hardy Dr, Tempe, AZ 85284
An outdoor pickleball court inside a greater sports complex with 8 courts!
Phở Thành Restaurant
1702 West Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ 85015
Our favorite Vietnamese restaurant!
Great Wall Cuisine
3446 West Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ 85017
For dim sum, take out, or family style meals.
Butters Pancakes & Café
8300 Hayden Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Sara's favorite breakfast place! We recommend the freshly squeezed orange and grapefruit juices.
Tacos Chiwas
1028 East Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85014
An excellent Mexican restaurant nearby!
Barro's Pizza
3141 East Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85016
Delicious local pizza and wings chain. Liam's favorite!
Brave Korean Barbeque
1743 E Broadway Rd, Tempe, AZ 85282
One of our favorite places for Korean BBQ!
Organ Stop Pizza
1149 East Southern Avenue, Mesa, AZ 85204, (480) 813-5700
A family-friendly pizza place with a fun, live organist!