South Tempe Travel Guide
Phoenix
Visit South Tempe
Popular places to visit
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center
Enjoy a fun-filled day at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center during your trip to Tempe. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life you'll find at SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium during your visit to Tempe. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Arizona Mills Mall
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Arizona Mills Mall during your stay in Tempe. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Tempe Sports Complex Dog Park
After visiting Tempe Sports Complex Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tempe.
Tempe History Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Tempe History Museum during your trip to Tempe. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium Tickets
Historic Apache Trail & Sonoran Desert Tour with a Boat Ride
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Phoenix/Scottsdale
Magical Sunset Yoga Experience, Unique Views
Top hotels in South Tempe
FOUNDRE Phoenix
Everyone was so nice. Place was clean, beds were super comfortable, and the pool was perfect on a hot day. Close to the trolly station which was so easy to get to and from downtown and the airport. Highly recommend!!!
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Talking Stick Resort
They would not accommodate late checkout on a Monday and one of the two pools was entirely closed for renovations.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
We had a great stay! The staff was always so nice and friendly. The pools were amazing and there was so much to do in/near the hotel.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
No amenities were available, pool closes at 7. Staff was not friendly. Save your money and go elsewhere
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
Excellent stay! The hotel was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. The staff were friendly and attentive, making the whole experience smooth and enjoyable
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Scottsdale Parkview Hotel
Pool was nice. First room was dirty ! Request for different room. Given second room and some random person came knocking at the door twice at 2am. I called the front desk and they send someone to check it out. Wouldn't recommend.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Tempe
Ahwatukee Foothills
Ahwatukee Foothills is known for its exciting water parks, and with sights like Foothills Golf Club and Desert Foothills Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Phoenix.
South Mountain
The ample dining options and top golf courses are top of the list for many visitors to South Mountain. A stop by Oasis Water Park or Arizona Grand Golf Course might round out your trip.
The Islands
The Islands might not have many top sights, but Gilbert Farmers Market and Hale Centre Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Phoenix
Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Phoenix. You can visit top attractions like Chase Field and Mortgage Matchup Center, and jump on the metro at 12th Street - Jefferson Station or 12th Street - Washington Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Scottsdale
While visiting Downtown Scottsdale, you might make a stop by sights like Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West and Scottsdale Waterfront.
Old Town
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Scottsdale Waterfront to Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West – discover Old Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
