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Phoenix & Central Arizona

Find things to do, great hotels, and the best restaurants in Phoenix, Scottsdale, and central Arizona. From family-friendly fun at the Phoenix Art Museum or the Phoenix Zoo to golf and spa getaways for adults, central Arizona offers activities for the whole family.

Snow on the ground in Sedona, Arizona.

8 Affordable Winter Date Ideas in Arizona

These budget friendly activities will capture your heart.
People eat outside of Pizzeria Bianco and Bar Bianco in Phoenix, Arizona.

A Weekend in Downtown Phoenix

Live music, parks, art, and award-winning food spark the city’s urban core.
Woods Canyon Lake on a sunny day.

6 Unexpected Places to Cool Off in Arizona

Chill out at these 6 outdoorsy escapes.
The Eagle in the Olympic Sculpture Park in Seattle, Washington

Free Things to Do Throughout the West

Experience your favorite cities without busting your budget.
Morning view of the cactus and succulent gardens looking towards Magma Ridge at Boyce Thompson Arboretum.

Spend a Weekend in 3 Arizona Mountain Towns

Discover the easygoing charm of the onetime mining burgs of Globe, Superior, and Miami, Arizona.
the exterior of Taliesin West and surrounding landscape in Scottsdale, Arizona

What to Do and See in Scottsdale, Arizona

There's more to the city in spring than baseball.
The adobe Painted Desert Inn in Petrified Forest National Park on a clear day.

5 Off-the-Beaten Path Places in Arizona to Visit in Winter

Find solitude, relaxation, and entertainment here.
Platter of tacos with salsa at Tacolicious in California

Top Tacos in the West

When your taco craving strikes, satisfy with one of these best bites.
People wade into the swimming hole at the end of the Water Wheel Falls trail near Payson, Arizona.

A Weekend in Payson, Arizona

Discover this sliver of heaven perched beyond the rolling hills of the Southwest.
Desert bighorn sheep on the trail to Plateau Point in Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona

Where to See Arizona's Wondrous Wildlife

Public parks and accredited zoos offer glimpses of the state's remarkable animals.
pair of skiers pause for a panoramic view of the winter scenery above Lake Tahoe, California

Favorite Snow Spots in the West

These destinations offer something for every snow lover, from skiing and snowboarding to snowshoeing and sledding.
Sunrise at the South Rim's Mather Point in the Grand Canyon National Park.

Phoenix to the Grand Canyon Road Trip

The slow route to the South Rim is packed with scenery and one-of-a-kind sites.
Sunrise Trail in McDowell Sonoran Preserve.

5 Less Traveled Hikes in Phoenix

Beat the crowds by taking the trails less traveled, where you can enjoy peace and quiet.
diners shaded by umbrellas on the patio at Joe’s Farm Grill in Gilbert, Arizona

Things to Do in Gilbert, Arizona

As Gilbert turns 100, celebrate with topnotch food, timeless art, and views of the cosmos.
Chapel of the Holy Cross in Sedona, Arizona, with blue sky in the background

Best of Arizona Architecture

A field guide to the architectural masterpieces inspired by Arizona's otherworldly landscape.
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