Monday, April 1, 2013

Top 10 Things You Must Do While Visiting Scottsdale & Phoenix Arizona

By Jen Wehner


If you're coming to Scottsdale and Phoenix Arizona, it is almost impossible to become bored. There are many points of interest for anyone no matter your age. There are quite a few occasions, attractions and hotspots no matter what the interest.

1. Museums

"The Heard Museum" is well known for Native American Art and many other exhibits. The Phoenix Arizona Art Museum features a wide assortment of contemporary art and Western classic art. If you are an keen art lover, you will not be disappointed in what these museums have to offer.

2. Native American Cultural Attractions

The Native American Tourism Center in Scottsdale is a amazing place to discover about the historic culture of Native Americans. This historic center is situated on 4130 N. Goldwater Boulevard, Suite 114, Scottsdale, Arizona 85251. The telephone number is 480-945-0771 and the fax number is 480-945-0264.

3. Botanical Garden

The garden is situated next to the Phoenix Zoo. The garden has over 20,000 garden exhibits from various plans worldwide. This is a terrific place for families with small children offering a fun-filled day at the zoo and a good possibility educational trip to Botanical Garden. The lovely plants and flowers will surely make a gardener from anyone who beholds the elegance which nature has to present.

4. Sports

Phoenix hosts the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl (college football), Phoenix Suns (Pro Basketball), Phoenix Coyotes (Pro Hockey), Phoenix Mercury (Women's Pro Basketball), and the Arizona Thunder (soccer). Phoenix also is host to three professional golf tournaments that stopover in Phoenix. The Standard Register Turquoise Classic (LPGA), the Tradition (Senior PGA) and the Phoenix Open (PGA).

If baseball is your "interest", Phoenix is host to seven major league baseball teams who are part of the Cactus League. The Anaheim Angels, Milwaukee Brewers, Oakland Athletics, Chicago Cubs and the San Diego Padres perform their annual Spring training in Phoenix.

5. Events and Festivals

Yearly events and festivals are the norm in Scottsdale and Phoenix. The following are yearly events and festivals in this area:

February - March

Barrett-Jackson Auction - This is one of the greatest classic car auctions worldwide. The Annual Renaissance Festival, Arizona Rodeo (Phoenix) and the Casa grande, which is the largest Indian rodeo, crafts and arts.

April - June

The Tradition Senior PGA golf tournament and the Annual County Fair.

July - September

Fourth of July celebrations, Jazz on the Rocks Festival and the Yearly Arizona Cowboy Poets Gathering.

October through December

Cowboy Artists of America Sale and Exhibition (Phoenix) and the Original Coors Rodeo Showdown (Phoenix).

6. Golfing

Phoenix and Scottsdale is host to numerous golf courses and communities. The vast majority of these programs are open to the public.

7. Backpacking and hiking

Phoenix is a fantastic place to experience what Mother Nature has to provide with an abundance of hiking tracks that are quickly accessed from the Valley. The hiking trails range in levels of difficulty, for that reason you can uncover a path that meets the needs of an seasoned hiker or novice. If one is a hard-core hiker, the Valley has seven "mini-mountains" which are certain to challenge even the most knowledgeable hiker.

8. Back Road Travel

This is a good way to experience Arizona's culture and gorgeous surroundings.. Passing on the backcountry roads generates many possibilities for fun and adventure.

9. Biking

Road and mountain biking are well-known sports in Arizona due to the limitless possibilities. Phoenix has South Mountain Park, that is the United State's biggest city park. The park has 16,500 acres for your biking enjoyment. It was believed that last year over two million visitors came into the park for hiking, biking and motoring around the scenic roads. Horseback riding is also available on the lower trails of the park.

10. Scenic Drives

It is possible to easily explore Arizona by passing on the highways or backcountry roads. A common drive for not only tourists but also the locals is the Apache Trail (near Phoenix). You can very easily plan a day trip touring along this trail with the stunning surroundings and hassle-free parks for picnicking; it will easily prove to be a day to remember.

Overall, the Scottsdale and Phoenix region is full of interesting and enjoyable activities to keep you and your family busy all through the year!




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