Purchase tickets online for the Desert Botanical Garden - Phoenix and immerse yourself in the vibrant tranquility of desert plants nestled amid the red rocks of the Sonoran Desert. Discover the highlights of the desert landscape that the bride and groom hold dear to their hearts. DBG features 140 acres of beautiful botanicals and desert landscape that are sure to send you home with a vibe.
Take one look at Old Town Scottsdale and it’s easy to see what makes the vibrant heart of our city so original. Nestled within nine walkable neighborhoods you’ll find a unique collection of shops, restaurants, art galleries and nightclubs, as well as contemporary public art installations, world-class museums and historic sites from the late 1880s. It’s this effortless blend of urban chic and Old West charm that gives our city’s downtown its one-of- a-kind flair and makes it a can’t-miss stop on any Scottsdale itinerary!
Berdena's is a specialty coffee shop in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale serving only the finest coffee and food. Enjoy everything from a yummy breakfast burrito to the bride’s favorite, a honey lavender oat milk latte.
Camelback Golf Club features 36 holes across two 18-hole championship courses, the Jason Straka–designed 18-hole, 7,221-yard, par 72 Ambiente Course and 6,903-yard, par 72 Padre Course. Set amidst rolling fairways and the Camelback foothills, natural beauty, native plants and grasses combine for a challenging round that can be as punishing as it is rewarding. Gather before or after at the 36,000-square-foot pueblo-style clubhouse. Share lunch, snacks or drinks on the deck at Acacia Restaurant & Lounge with its sweeping vistas. Camelback Golf Club is a memorable destination for golfers.
Tee off on the scenic, 18-hole course that offers fun and fast rounds, ideal for beginners and pros alike. Each hole is a par 3, making this the perfect place to work on your short game. The original 1961 course was designed by Arthur Jack Snyder, and redesigned by his mentee, Forrest Richardson. The updated layout pays homage to the original with challenging greens, rugged slopes, and distinct holes.
A great wilderness area is Mummy Mountain, which has been developed as a recreational area. In total, there are 320 acres. The views are impressive from the peak of the mountain at just over 2,200 feet. The name was given to the mountain in the ‘40s when Charles Mieg – a New York banker – looked at the outline and thought it looked like an Egyptian Mummy. While there has been development around the bottom, there is no question of it moving further up the slopes. This trip provides another great way to get out of towns and cities and enjoy the natural environment at its best.
So, what does O.H.S.O stand for? This venue – which serves a range of drinks and a wide menu – is the Outrageous Homebrewer’s Social Outpost, thus O.H.S.O. It is a restaurant, local nano-brewery, distillery, and dog-friendly social hot-spot with over 40+ beers on tap.
The largest forest in Arizona, Tonto National Forest covers just under three million acres, with an altitude range from 1,300 feet up to just under 8,000 feet. Not surprisingly, there is huge variety going from desert areas to thick pine forest. It is a great place for walking and just breathing the fresh air. That is an opinion shared by visitors, who number around six million each year.
If you want to go shopping but don’t really have any firm ideas about what you want to buy, head for Scottsdale Marketplace. There is everything from antiques to gifts and houseware. Many of the items are the top brands in their field; remember this is a fairly affluent region where shoppers demand the best. If you want some ideas of places to look out for, remember Heidi’s Corner and Artique Asian Imports if your time is limited. Something is bound to catch your eye.