What to do in Tempe, AZ

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket

Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket

฿1,337
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket
Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk

Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk

฿1,004
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk
Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field

Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field

฿1,415
per adult
Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field
Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert

Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert

฿3,421
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona

฿569
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona
Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket

Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket

฿1,088
per adult
Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket
Phoenix Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

Phoenix Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

฿6,995
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Phoenix Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
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Grand Canyon with Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon Van Tour

Grand Canyon with Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon Van Tour

Activity duration is 13 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 327 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿7,153 per adult
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Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field

Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field

Activity duration is 3 hours
Price is ฿1,106 per adult
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History & culture

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Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket

Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket

8.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
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Price is ฿1,091 per adult
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Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona

Activity duration is 1 day
9.2 out of 10 with 41 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿571 per traveller*
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Visit 4 Award Winning Vineyards from Scottsdale, Includes Lunch!

Visit 4 Award Winning Vineyards from Scottsdale, Includes Lunch!

Activity duration is 9 hours
6.0 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿5,541 per adult
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What to do in Tempe

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Tempe Town Lake

8.8/10 (1,703 reviews)
This man-made reservoir offers a 2.5-mile stretch of urban oasis with mountain and city skyline views. Rent kayaks or paddleboards to explore the lake, then enjoy sunset walks along the 5-mile loop trail.
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Downtown Tempe

While you're in Downtown Tempe, take in top sights like Mill Avenue District or Hayden Butte Preserve, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mill Ave - Third Street Station or 3rd Street/Mill Avenue Tram Stop.

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Maple-Ash

While you're in Maple-Ash, take in top sights like Mill Ave and jump on the metro at 11th St - Mill Ave Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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Riverside

While Riverside isn't home to many top sights, Mill Avenue District and Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium are some notable places to visit nearby.

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University Heights

Even though there aren't top sights in University Heights, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Tempe Paintball. Jump on the metro at Dorsey Ln - Apache Boulevard Station to see more of the city.

Double Butte

While Double Butte isn't home to many top sights, Diablo Stadium and Mill Ave are some notable places to visit nearby.

Day trip destinations from Tempe

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Phoenix

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Mesa

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Frequently asked questions

Is Tempe worth visiting?
Known for its shopping and hiking, discovering fun things to do in Tempe is a breeze. Be sure to add Phoenix Convention Centre to your trip itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Tempe?
After you've checked off top attractions like Phoenix Zoo and LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre, spend some time exploring the food and retail options in Tempe.
What is the top tourist attraction in Tempe?
Phoenix Convention Centre is one of the top tourist attractions in Tempe and should feature high on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Tempe?
Three days in Tempe is plenty of time to visit the city's major highlights. Many travellers stay for two days on average. Phoenix Zoo, LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre and Big Surf are top-rated sights. Want to experience more? Hang around a while longer to explore nearby hotspots like Phoenix.
Is Tempe a walkable city?
Some leading sights in Tempe, like Phoenix Zoo and LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre, are within walking distance. You can also experience several of the city's popular neighbourhoods on foot. Just 2 kilometres from central Tempe is University Park and Maple-Ash is 2 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Tempe with kids?
Deciding what to do in Tempe with kids has never been so simple. Whether you have teenagers or toddlers, there are loads of family-friendly tours and activities to keep them busy here.

What to do in Tempe for adults?
There's no shortage of things to do in Tempe, with activities for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to Mill Ave or Arizona Biltmore Country Club.
Are there free things to do in Tempe?
One of the best ways to discover free things to do in Tempe is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on vibrant neighbourhoods, parks and other highlights you can experience without getting your cash out. Fiesta Bowl Museum is one sight that doesn't charge an entrance fee.