Top 10 Ways to Show Off Phoenix
By Rhonda Aburomi, Citysearch Contributor
From hot air balloon rides to Salt River Recreation Area, impress out-of-town guests with a truly local experience in Phoenix.
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First Fridays Artwalk
222 N Fifth Ave, Phoenix, AZ
Stroll through more than a dozen galleries and get a look at tomorrow's stars while they're still local favorites. -
Arrowhead Desert Tours
841 E Paradise Ln, Phoenix, AZ
Strike it rich; strap on your hip waders and relive the Old West on a gold-panning tour. -
My Florist Cafe
530 W Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ
Enjoy a heavenly selection of breads baked on-site, while listening to fine local jazz. -
Hot Air Balloon Expeditions
2243 E Rose Garden Loop, Phoenix, AZ
Shake up the usual scenic drive and see the Arizona landscape from the basket of a hot-air balloon instead. -
Mystery Castle
800 E Mineral Rd, Phoenix, AZ
Built by hand using mostly natural and salvaged materials, this unique attraction has captivated since the 1940s. -
Eleve
3118 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ
Enjoy classy, neighborly hospitality while indulging in temptations from one of the hottest chefs in the Southwest. -
Salt River Tubing and Recreation Area
N Bush Hwy, Mesa, AZ
Tube down the river to escape the Arizona heat, while watching the wildlife and red rock float by. -
Crazy Ed's Satisfied Frog
6245 E Cave Creek Rd, Cave Creek, AZ
Grab a few brews with friends at this honky-tonk spot; just be wary of ending up in the wedding chapel. -
AZ Wine Co.
2515 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ
Offering the most comprehensive selection of wines in the state, pop by for free tastings that often highlight local favorites. -
Mary Coyle Ice Cream
5521 N Seventh Ave, Phoenix, AZ
From Phoenix's first family of ice cream comes a tradition that'll satisfy your family's sweet tooth.
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El Chorro Lodge
5550 E Lincoln Dr, Paradise Valley, AZ
This desert hideaway still feels as glamorous as it was in the '30s and '40s, when Hollywood celebs were regulars. -
Heard Museum
2301 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ
Arizona's window to its Native American past and present.
