Lisa’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Generally open from 8 AM - 8 PM
About $25 admission
Lots of walking trails, art work, and desert landscape
1231 locals recommend
Desert Botanical Garden
Generally open from 8 AM - 8 PM
About $25 admission
Lots of walking trails, art work, and desert landscape
A strenuous hiking challenge that takes you to 2700 feet and gives you a 360 degree view of the Phoenix area. Two trails to choose from.
1752 locals recommend
Echo Canyon Trail and Recreation Area
East McDonald DriveA strenuous hiking challenge that takes you to 2700 feet and gives you a 360 degree view of the Phoenix area. Two trails to choose from.
Over 3000 animals to view. The zoo is part of Papago Park - also a wonderful place to visit.
Admission $26
864 locals recommend
Phoenix Zoo
455 N Galvin PkwyOver 3000 animals to view. The zoo is part of Papago Park - also a wonderful place to visit.
Admission $26
Easy hike - pretty flat. Great views from the hole in the rock. Nice photo op
543 locals recommend
Papago Park
625 N Galvin PkwyEasy hike - pretty flat. Great views from the hole in the rock. Nice photo op
Traveler advice
What to pack
Visiting the desert
If this is your first visit to the desert, here are some tips:
Drink plenty of water!
Wear sunscreen
Be aware of heat exhaustion
Shade is not enough for your pet on a hot day. Do not leave them in a car OR outside unless temperatures are cool enough. Make sure they have access to fresh water.
If you find yourself needing medical attention, here's what close to the villa:
CVS Pharmacy, 18460 N 7th Street (0.9 mi.) open 24 hrs
FastMed Urgent Care, 401 E Bell Rd #18 (2.1 mi.) Opens at 8 A
Pet Urgent Care 20811 N Cave Creek Rd #105 (2.8 mi.)