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.
AMF Tempe Village Lanes
You can take time to visit AMF Tempe Village Lanes during your travels to Tempe.
Things to do
Historic Apache Trail & Sonoran Desert Tour with a Boat Ride
Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk
Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Phoenix/Scottsdale
Top hotels in South Tempe
Embassy Suites by Hilton Phoenix Tempe
"Clean and friendly staff"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Phoenix Tempe
"the handicap accessible bathroom was great. I felt very safe. Towels and amenities were a real treat. The breakfast presentation was outstanding, everything and more !! Such a treat for parents and kids! And the evening offerings in the bar were also delicious."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
"Pools are great"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Talking Stick Resort
"There are better staycations for the money! Pool was not clean… won’t be back except to golf."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
FOUNDRE Phoenix
"It's just a big beautiful vibe and anytime I'm in town, I will be renting a room here."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
"Staff was excellent, Room was clean and comfortable. Restroom was clean but too small for this king size room. Pools were clean, plenty of chairs and umbrellas. Some areas of the yard had dog poo and attracted plenty of flies but seriously blame this on the pet owners. This hotel is a great place ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Where to stay in South Tempe
Rio Verde Foothills
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rio Verde Foothills and surrounding area, you can visit Golf Club Scottsdale and Tonto Verde Golf Club.
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.
Old Town
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Scottsdale Waterfront to Scottsdale Fashion Square – discover Old Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Camelback East
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Camelback East. Spend some time visiting top spots like Biltmore Fashion Park, and catch the metro at 44th Street - Washington Station or 50th Street Station to see more of the area.
North Phoenix
While you're in North Phoenix, take in top sights like Happy Valley Towne Centre and jump on the metro at 19th Avenue/ Dunlap Station to see more of the city.
