Kristie's Guidebook
Entertainment
The Phoenix zoo is an amazing place for adults and kids alike. There is so much to see and do while you’re there. It’s about a 40 minute drive from my house but a great event to entertain the entire family.
It’s great to see so many cool animals if you’re ok with it, you can even ride a camel! Also during the holiday season they put up millions of lights, have light shows set to music and it’s a fantastic thing to do at night
864 locals recommend
Phoenix Zoo
455 N Galvin PkwyIt’s great to see so many cool animals if you’re ok with it, you can even ride a camel! Also during the holiday season they put up millions of lights, have light shows set to music and it’s a fantastic thing to do at night
Located about 15 minutes away this place has it all from an ice rink, bars, clubs, nightlife, shopping and outlet malls galore. There is a ton to do and see here to keep you entertained!!
410 locals recommend
Westgate Entertainment District
6770 N Sunset BlvdLocated about 15 minutes away this place has it all from an ice rink, bars, clubs, nightlife, shopping and outlet malls galore. There is a ton to do and see here to keep you entertained!!
Musical Instrument Museum
4725 E Mayo BlvdSEA LIFE Centre Arizona
5000 S Arizona Mills CirArrowhead Mall North Mall Entrance station
Food scene
This place has it all, nightlife, shops, wine tasting, sports bars you name it. It’s a super cute area with so much to do and see.
1378 locals recommend
Old Town Scottsdale
3200 N Scottsdale RdThis place has it all, nightlife, shops, wine tasting, sports bars you name it. It’s a super cute area with so much to do and see.
Westgate Entertainment District
6770 N Sunset BlvdThis is a great Greek food restaurant close to the house. Ask and I probably have a coupon.
Pita Kitchen - Arrowhead
20221 North 67th AvenueThis is a great Greek food restaurant close to the house. Ask and I probably have a coupon.
My favorite place for Italian cuisine. Cute atmosphere, moderately priced, authentic cuisine.
14 locals recommend
Bottega Pizzeria Ristorante
19420 N 59th AveMy favorite place for Italian cuisine. Cute atmosphere, moderately priced, authentic cuisine.
If you want to try some famous Chicago style pizza this is the place and they will deliver. One of my favorites!
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - Now Open!
7507 West Rose Garden LaneIf you want to try some famous Chicago style pizza this is the place and they will deliver. One of my favorites!
Sightseeing
This is one of the most famous places to hike here in Phoenix. However, it’s a very difficult hike, so best for more athletic and adventurous/avid hikers. Make sure to get there early as parking is tough and be sure to drink/bring plenty of water because if you have to get helicopter lifted off, you pay the bill.
1752 locals recommend
Echo Canyon Trail and Recreation Area
East McDonald DriveThis is one of the most famous places to hike here in Phoenix. However, it’s a very difficult hike, so best for more athletic and adventurous/avid hikers. Make sure to get there early as parking is tough and be sure to drink/bring plenty of water because if you have to get helicopter lifted off, you pay the bill.
The Sedona red rocks are legendary. There’s shopping, eating, adventure hiking and absolutely gorgeous scenery
221 locals recommend
Sedona
The Sedona red rocks are legendary. There’s shopping, eating, adventure hiking and absolutely gorgeous scenery
This was an old mining town thought to be haunted. It sits higher up in the mountains and has all of the charm of a small quaint town. About 2.5 hours away
476 locals recommend
Jerome
This was an old mining town thought to be haunted. It sits higher up in the mountains and has all of the charm of a small quaint town. About 2.5 hours away
Tombstone
300 N Sumner StWant a little taste of the old west, well here it is!!
Payson
Quaint little town which a great drive, little shops, and cooler weather
This was a cute little park/zoo I found on the way up to the canyon. There is a part where you drive through the park and then a little zoo. Was actually pretty cool even as an adult
344 locals recommend
Bearizona Wildlife Park
1500 E Rte 66This was a cute little park/zoo I found on the way up to the canyon. There is a part where you drive through the park and then a little zoo. Was actually pretty cool even as an adult
Neighborhoods
The fountain hills square with the water fountain is definitely something to see. Located about 50 minutes away it’s a nice drive through Scottsdale to the east side of the valley. I also belive there is a splash pad for the kids
72 locals recommend
Fountain Hills
The fountain hills square with the water fountain is definitely something to see. Located about 50 minutes away it’s a nice drive through Scottsdale to the east side of the valley. I also belive there is a splash pad for the kids
This is one of the upscale neighborhoods on the west side of the valley. There is a ton of place to eat, shopping etc.
Arrowhead Ranch
This is one of the upscale neighborhoods on the west side of the valley. There is a ton of place to eat, shopping etc.
Outdoor adventures
Need a break from the heat, lake pleasant is a large lake where you can rent boats, pontoons waterski jet ski and do all fun things water related. There are also a few restaurants to eat at to really get that lake life feel. It’s about a 25 minute drive from my house.
239 locals recommend
Lake Pleasant
Need a break from the heat, lake pleasant is a large lake where you can rent boats, pontoons waterski jet ski and do all fun things water related. There are also a few restaurants to eat at to really get that lake life feel. It’s about a 25 minute drive from my house.
Check that off your bucket list! This is one of a kind thing to do, a bit spendy but there are a lot of companies so do your research. Balooning only happens during the cooler months (December-April) as it needs cool air to heat up
Glendale Arizona Hot Air Balloon rides
6751 N Sunset BlvdCheck that off your bucket list! This is one of a kind thing to do, a bit spendy but there are a lot of companies so do your research. Balooning only happens during the cooler months (December-April) as it needs cool air to heat up
Great hiking trails with easy to moderate hikes close to my home
94 locals recommend
Thunderbird Conservation Park
22800 N 59th AveGreat hiking trails with easy to moderate hikes close to my home
This is an amazing place to see views of sunrise or sunsets and spectacular at night to watch the city light up. Fun drive up the mountain with some great resting spots. You can also horseback ride if you like
350 locals recommend
South Mountain Park
10919 South Central AvenueThis is an amazing place to see views of sunrise or sunsets and spectacular at night to watch the city light up. Fun drive up the mountain with some great resting spots. You can also horseback ride if you like