Phoenix Travel Guide

Phoenix, Arizona, is a city in the United States that enchants visitors with its ample history and culture, as well as with breathtaking desert landscapes and a proximity to incredible sites such as the Grand Canyon.

Things to Do in Phoenix

From Phoenix, travelers can book helicopter tours to the Grand Canyon, as well as hiking or kayaking expeditions. Other natural wonders around the area include South Mountain Park for activities such as hiking, biking, or camping, Popago Park and its beautiful lake, and parks in the metro area like Patriots Square Park and Buffalo Ridge Park.

The city is also home to the Musical Instrument Museum where visitors take charge of their visit and learn and have fun at their own pace, or the Desert Botanical Garden that displays a large array of plants native to the desert. Another great option if you have kids is the Children´s Museum of Phoenix with entertaining and didactic displays and activities. While in town, you´ll have a never-ending choice of restaurants, bars, clubs, and shopping malls so you can indulge yourself in an afternoon of shopping or relax and have a fun night out.

Best Time to Visit Phoenix

Phoenix´s sees some of the country's hottest summers. Most visitors come to the city in the months of December through May to dodge the heat. However, the city is welcoming and filled with attractions and activities all year-long.

A Local's Guide to Phoenix Vacation Rentals

The capital of Arizona, Phoenix, stands out as a southwestern desert oasis for the arts, outdoors, dining, and nightlife. The city’s perpetual sunshine may tempt travelers to park poolside for their entire stay, but with a city as lively as Phoenix that would be a great disservice.

Nature & Outdoors

Outdoors enthusiast will be left in awe at the city’s surrounding desert landscape. To get the best views of the desert badlands, head to Camelback Mountain. Hike 12,000 feet to the summit for a rewording panoramic view. Additionally, just minutes from downtown lies Papago Park. Papago Park’s red rock butte’s, scenic trails, and stunning scenery gets the attention of any nature-lover or budding photographer. The park is also home to the Papago Golf Course, where nothing beats a round of golf with a picturesque backdrop. Finally, the Desert Botanical Garden of Phoenix has winding paths through 50-acres of desert garden flora and fauna.

Family Acitivites

Families will fall in love with the Phoenix Zoo, one of the nation’s largest non-profit zoos, home to over 1,400 animals. Head into the city to enjoy the bustling art scene or send your pallet on an adventure exploring the various southwest flavors in the Phoenix food scene. Vacation rentals in Phoenix host families easily, with popular three-bedroom one-bathroom options.

Condos in Phoenix

Phoenix AZ is a stunning city located in the heart of the Arizona desert. Surrounded by cacti, this incredible city is full of sky rises, great places to eat, and amazing fully furnished luxury condos. The city is in close proximity to huge attractions such as the Grand Canyon and the South Mountain Park, which is great for hiking and exploring. If sports are more your thing, have a go on the local golf courses or challenge a friend on the tennis court.

Despite the size of the city, many Phoenix condo rentals are within walking distance to the main attractions, such as the Musical Instrument Museum and the Desert Botanical Garden. Rentals in Phoenix have been designed to accommodate a range of budgets and preferences, from small one bedroom condos to larger Phoenix condos on the outskirts of town.