Things To Do
Old Town Scottsdale
Old Town has a Western vibe that is fun to visit. There are shops, art galleries and restaurants. Definitely check out Rusty Spur for continuous live country music. Art district in area as well. Casual Restaurant Recommendations Cien Agaves Tacos & Tequila 7228 E. First Ave. Scottsdale, AZ 85251 Grimaldi's Pizzeria 4000 N Scottsdale Rd Ste 105, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Market Street at DC Ranch
Marketstreet – Really pretty at night, very close and definitely recommend. Many restaurants, and a few shops. Lilly Barack is a nice gift shop. We love Vic & Ola’s, Grimaldi’s pizza, Your Living Room and Modern Sports Bar.
Hiking
If you are feeling adventurous, there are some great hiking options in the area. Calm: Pinnacle Peak Medium: Black Mountain Strenuous: Camelback, Tom's Thumb
Fashion Square
If you like shopping, this is the place for you! It's located near Old Town Scottsdale, so we recommend grabbing lunch after shopping.
Kierland Commons & The Quarter
Kierland and the Quarter – Beautiful Shopping and Restaurant Area. Kierland is on west side of Scottsdale Blvd and Quarter is on east side. Great place!
Golf
There are plenty of beautiful public golf courses in the area! If you are interested in playing at the Country Club at DC Ranch, please let us know!
Cave Creek
If you are in the mood for drinks, burgers and wild west vibes this is the area for you! Recommendations Hideaway (staple a dollar on the ceiling!) 746 E Cave Creek Rd, Cave Creek, AZ 85331 Mountain View Pub (order a calzone) 7033 E Cave Creek Rd, Cave Creek, AZ 85331 Buffalo Chips Saloon – Rodeo Wed and Fri and live music and dancing. Packers Bar Harolds – Live music, Steelers bar Janey’s Coffee – Live music, outside seating, coffee and wine bar. Big Bronco (fun store) in front Shopping – Big Bronco, Historic Spanish village (sundial), indiv stores along Cave Creek Rd Restaurants – Grotto Café for lunch, Mountain View Pub (great views), Harolds
North Scottsdale Restaurants
Isabella’s, Grayhawk, Sofia’s (Fav Blueberry Martini), Thompson 105, many others!
Kid Friendly
Playground at DC Ranch Community Center 9260 E Desert Camp Dr., McCormick – Stillman Railroad Park, playground at Thompson Peak Park
Sedona
Red rock scenery, energy vortex, hiking, arts & culture, wine tasting, Pink Jeep tours (Broken Arrow). 2 hr drive. Could combine with Jerome.
Jerome
Ghost town, great views, artsy, shops. 2 hr drive.
Southwest Rescue
Wildlife Sanctuary (5 stars) A place to enjoy the beauty of wild animals. By appointment only.
Music Instrument Museum
Highly rated (4.9 stars) for any music lover. Very well done, ear pods are given to create a unique experience.
Other Activities
Salt River tubing, kayaking, mountain biking, pickleball, Botanical Gardens