Guidebook for Scottsdale
Entertainment & Activities
OdySea Aquarium in Scottsdale, Arizona, is a marine aquarium, and the largest aquarium in the Southwest United States. It holds more than 2,000,000 US gallons of water and spans over 200,000 square feet
603 locals recommend
OdySea Aquarium
9500 East Vía de VenturaOdySea Aquarium in Scottsdale, Arizona, is a marine aquarium, and the largest aquarium in the Southwest United States. It holds more than 2,000,000 US gallons of water and spans over 200,000 square feet
Indoor, interactive rainforest habitat housing thousands of butterflies, plus a cafe & gift shop.
413 locals recommend
Butterfly Wonderland
9500 East Vía de VenturaIndoor, interactive rainforest habitat housing thousands of butterflies, plus a cafe & gift shop.
iFLY
9206 Talking Stick WayLooking for a thrill? Try indoor sky diving!
Salt River Fields at Talking Stick is a stadium complex located in the Salt River Pima–Maricopa Indian Community near Scottsdale, Arizona, at the former site of the Indian Bend Country Club. Catch a spring training game or check for local festivals!
344 locals recommend
Salt River Fields at Talking Stick
7555 N Pima RdSalt River Fields at Talking Stick is a stadium complex located in the Salt River Pima–Maricopa Indian Community near Scottsdale, Arizona, at the former site of the Indian Bend Country Club. Catch a spring training game or check for local festivals!
Enjoy a relaxing cruise with food and live music on Arizona’s beautiful Saguaro Lake! Public Cruises, Special events and Private Charters available!
25 locals recommend
Desert Belle Cruises
14011 N Bush HwyEnjoy a relaxing cruise with food and live music on Arizona’s beautiful Saguaro Lake! Public Cruises, Special events and Private Charters available!
Explore the TPC Scottsdale golf club and Phoenix Open golf tournament. TPC Scottsdale features two par-71 golf courses designed by Tom Weiskopf, Jay Morrish
332 locals recommend
TPC Scottsdale - Champions Course
8243 E Bell RdExplore the TPC Scottsdale golf club and Phoenix Open golf tournament. TPC Scottsdale features two par-71 golf courses designed by Tom Weiskopf, Jay Morrish
McDowell Mountain Golf Club in Scottsdale has become one of the premier public golf courses in the Valley. A stunning golf experience for all to enjoy!
47 locals recommend
McDowell Mountain Golf Club
10690 E Sheena DrMcDowell Mountain Golf Club in Scottsdale has become one of the premier public golf courses in the Valley. A stunning golf experience for all to enjoy!
The Scottsdale Comedy Spot Comedy Club is the only comedy club in Scottsdale, Arizona, at 7117 East 3rd Ave in the heart of downtown Scottsdale and the longest running comedy club in Phoenix, Arizona
18 locals recommend
Scottsdale Comedy Spot Comedy Club
7117 E 3rd AveThe Scottsdale Comedy Spot Comedy Club is the only comedy club in Scottsdale, Arizona, at 7117 East 3rd Ave in the heart of downtown Scottsdale and the longest running comedy club in Phoenix, Arizona
Cool off during the summer and entertain the kids at this nearby water park!
95 locals recommend
McDowell Mountain Regional Park
16300 McDowell Mountain Park DrCool off during the summer and entertain the kids at this nearby water park!
One of the best water parks in Arizona! Open during summer months only.
140 locals recommend
Hurricane Harbor Phoenix
4243 W Pinnacle Peak RdOne of the best water parks in Arizona! Open during summer months only.
Parks & Nature
This is moderate trail with amazing sunset views! Always bring plenty of water and a mobile phone device when hiking. Please remember to never stray from the trails.
70 locals recommend
Lost Dog Wash Trailhead
12601 N 124th StThis is moderate trail with amazing sunset views! Always bring plenty of water and a mobile phone device when hiking. Please remember to never stray from the trails.
This is one of my favorite State parks in Arizona. It makes for the perfect day trip and the hike is fairly moderate. Payson is a quaint town with charming restaurants and shops. The drive is one of my favorite parts, seeing the transition from the Sonoran Desert to Pine Trees is truly unique to Arizona.
164 locals recommend
Tonto Natural Bridge State Park
Nf-583AThis is one of my favorite State parks in Arizona. It makes for the perfect day trip and the hike is fairly moderate. Payson is a quaint town with charming restaurants and shops. The drive is one of my favorite parts, seeing the transition from the Sonoran Desert to Pine Trees is truly unique to Arizona.
This is Phoenix's most iconic mountain! Some may find the trailheads challenging - but the views are phenomenal. This trailhead does get busy so be prepared. Always bring plenty of water and a mobile phone device when hiking. Please remember to never stray from the trails.
1752 locals recommend
Echo Canyon Trail and Recreation Area
East McDonald DriveThis is Phoenix's most iconic mountain! Some may find the trailheads challenging - but the views are phenomenal. This trailhead does get busy so be prepared. Always bring plenty of water and a mobile phone device when hiking. Please remember to never stray from the trails.
Sunrise Trailhead
12101 N 145th WayGreat for a causal hike with stunning views!
Several walking trails begin or end at this trailhead with restrooms, an information center & more.
97 locals recommend
Tom's Thumb Trailhead
23015 N 128th StSeveral walking trails begin or end at this trailhead with restrooms, an information center & more.
Drinks & Nightlife
Talking Stick is one of the most famous and popular Casinos in Arizona. Featuring an abundance of entertainment, summer pool parties, live music, night clubs, world class buffets and restaurants, and of course Casino games.
218 locals recommend
Casino Arizona at Talking Stick Resort
9800 Talking Stick WayTalking Stick is one of the most famous and popular Casinos in Arizona. Featuring an abundance of entertainment, summer pool parties, live music, night clubs, world class buffets and restaurants, and of course Casino games.
Enduring hangout & sports bar with hearty pub grub plus daily happy-hour specials & entertainment.
8 locals recommend
Ninety-Second Street Cafe-Bar
9160 East Shea BoulevardEnduring hangout & sports bar with hearty pub grub plus daily happy-hour specials & entertainment.
Want to try local beer and wine? This is your place! Regional beer, wine & sandwiches in a sleek pub with a back room for darts & a cozy, narrow patio.
16 locals recommend
Vines & Hops
4216 N Brown AveWant to try local beer and wine? This is your place! Regional beer, wine & sandwiches in a sleek pub with a back room for darts & a cozy, narrow patio.
Arts & Culture
Taliesin West was architect Frank Lloyd Wright's winter home and school in the desert from 1937 until his death in 1959 at the age of 91. Schedule a tour!
82 locals recommend
Taliesin West
Taliesin West was architect Frank Lloyd Wright's winter home and school in the desert from 1937 until his death in 1959 at the age of 91. Schedule a tour!
Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West is located in Old Town Scottsdale, Arizona on the former site of the Loloma Transit Station, and opened in January 2015
121 locals recommend
Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West
3830 N Marshall WayWestern Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West is located in Old Town Scottsdale, Arizona on the former site of the Loloma Transit Station, and opened in January 2015
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art in the state of Arizona is a museum in the Old Town district of downtown Scottsdale, Arizona. The museum is dedicated to exhibiting modern works of art, design and architecture
218 locals recommend
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
7374 E 2nd StScottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art in the state of Arizona is a museum in the Old Town district of downtown Scottsdale, Arizona. The museum is dedicated to exhibiting modern works of art, design and architecture
Food Scene
Award-Winning, Handcrafted Ice Cream. Discover the difference of fresh local ingredients and distinctive recipes made from scratch by real people passionate about sharing the pleasure of extraordinary ice cream!
49 locals recommend
Sweet Republic
6054 N 16th StAward-Winning, Handcrafted Ice Cream. Discover the difference of fresh local ingredients and distinctive recipes made from scratch by real people passionate about sharing the pleasure of extraordinary ice cream!
Zak's Chocolate is a local, award-winning small-batch craft chocolate maker ( and an artisan chocolate shop.
Zak's Chocolate
6990 E Shea BlvdZak's Chocolate is a local, award-winning small-batch craft chocolate maker ( and an artisan chocolate shop.
Modern Mex & Tex-Mex dishes served in a warm dining room with high ceilings & a spacious patio.
23 locals recommend
Blue Adobe Santa Fe Grille
10885 N Frank Lloyd Wright BlvdModern Mex & Tex-Mex dishes served in a warm dining room with high ceilings & a spacious patio.
Handmade Cheeseburgers, only the freshest ingredients; a tasty selection of appetizers, mouthwatering char broiled half pound burgers and much mor
164 locals recommend
Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers
4222 N Scottsdale RdHandmade Cheeseburgers, only the freshest ingredients; a tasty selection of appetizers, mouthwatering char broiled half pound burgers and much mor
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
14 locals recommend
First Watch
16455 N Scottsdale RdCafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
Scoop and Joy Lounge is dedicated to creating memorable experiences in a comfortable, fun environment. Designed to fulfill the needs of the local neighborhoods.
Scoop and Joy Lounge
10135 E Shea BlvdScoop and Joy Lounge is dedicated to creating memorable experiences in a comfortable, fun environment. Designed to fulfill the needs of the local neighborhoods.
Drop by Scottsdale’s best Asian fusion restaurant featuring original East meets West creations and specially crafted drinks
23 locals recommend
Ling & Louie's Asian Bar and Grill
9397 East Shea BoulevardDrop by Scottsdale’s best Asian fusion restaurant featuring original East meets West creations and specially crafted drinks
Classic Italian cuisine & individual wood-fired pizzas delivered in a kid-friendly setting.
22 locals recommend
S & V Urban Italian
9343 E Shea BlvdClassic Italian cuisine & individual wood-fired pizzas delivered in a kid-friendly setting.
Whether you're craving a happy hour hotspot or a place to score some killer Mexican dishes, Salt + Lime Modern Mexican fills the bill
25 locals recommend
Salt + Lime
9397 E Shea BlvdWhether you're craving a happy hour hotspot or a place to score some killer Mexican dishes, Salt + Lime Modern Mexican fills the bill
Local favorite! Fun, friendly, upscale neighborhood restaurant that appeals to any and all with the best happy hour, lawn games, large patios, brunc
36 locals recommend
The Vig McDowell Mountain
10199 E Bell RdLocal favorite! Fun, friendly, upscale neighborhood restaurant that appeals to any and all with the best happy hour, lawn games, large patios, brunc
Essentials
HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center is a full-service hospital and includes the Virginia G. Piper Cancer Center
29 locals recommend
HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center
9003 E Shea BlvdHonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center is a full-service hospital and includes the Virginia G. Piper Cancer Center
Longtime supermarket chain carrying brand-name & house-label groceries, plus a deli, bakery & more.
215 locals recommend
Safeway
14696 N Frank Lloyd Wright BlvdLongtime supermarket chain carrying brand-name & house-label groceries, plus a deli, bakery & more.
Drugstore chain with health & beauty items, plus first-aid supplies & some household products.
10 locals recommend
Walgreens
10135 E Vía LindaDrugstore chain with health & beauty items, plus first-aid supplies & some household products.
Getting Around
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
4635 N 7th StIf you are looking to rent an exotic vehicle for your stay - then this is the place!
9 locals recommend
Exotic Car Collection by Enterprise
15075 N Hayden RdIf you are looking to rent an exotic vehicle for your stay - then this is the place!