Phoenix Travel Guide

From architectural wonders like St. Mary's Basilica to cultural treasures like those found at the Phoenix Art Museum, this city has a wealth to offer every visitor.

Heritage Square Downtown at Historic Heritage Square visitors can see the historic roots of Phoenix. Enjoy mid-morning tea and pastries at the historic Teeter House, and educational adventures at the Phoenix Museum of History. Visit the nearby St. Mary's Basilica, the oldest Catholic Church in Phoenix, then check out the Arizona Center in Downtown's Copper Square.

Arizona Science Center The Arizona Science Center contains many educational and interactive exhibits, such as the Dorrance Planetarium. Take in a show at the Orpheum Theater, the Herberger Theater Center or Symphony Hall and Terrace, then enjoy dinner at Oregano's Pizza Bistro.

Pueblo Grande Museum and Archaeological Park Dine at Matador or Lib's Ribs, then head out to explore the interpretive trail at the Pueblo Grande Museum and Cultural Park. Abundant rock art also dwells in the Deer Valley Rock Art Center. Green thumbs will love the Desert Botanical Gardens, where guests can stroll the trails and observe more than 4,000 species of cactus, succulents, trees and flowers.

Arizona State University Take a tour of Arizona State University Art Museum, which has a Arizona State University Art Museum on its grounds. Grab a bite to eat at the nearby Casey Moore's Oyster House. Then check out SunDevil Stadium, headquarters of the Arizona Cardinals, and ASU Gammage Auditorium, an opulent music center designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright.

Heard Museum Just a few blocks away from the Phoenix Art Museum, you'll find the Heard Museum (The), which is dedicated to keeping Native American history alive. Try some tasty Italian dishes at the Old Spaghetti Factory. Visit the nearby Margaret T. Hance Park, or Encanto Park and enjoy the Enchanted Island amusement park on its grounds.

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