DC Ranch Travel Guide
Phoenix
Popular places to visit
Grand Canyon University
Walk around the campus of Grand Canyon University, a well-known university in Phoenix. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Arizona State University
Walk around the campus of Arizona State University, a top university in Tempe. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out the jogging trails.
Phoenix Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Phoenix Convention Center, a top convention centre in Phoenix. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Talking Stick Resort Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to Talking Stick Resort Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Scottsdale? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Chase Field
Catch an event at Chase Field and enjoy other activities in Phoenix such as golfing.In the area, take in the acclaimed theatre scene and mountain views.
State Farm Stadium
Catch an event at State Farm Stadium during your trip to Glendale. Experience the lively festivals or attend a football match in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Sonoran Desert: Sunset Jeep Tour with Tonto National Forest
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
1-2 Hour Sonoran Desert Private Guided Hiking Tour
Wicked Wine and Brew Tour from Scottsdale (Merkin Vineyards)
Vortex to Vineyard! (Sedona/Verde Valley Vineyards)
Small Group Sedona Single Day Tour
Top hotels in DC Ranch
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
Clean rooms, friendly staff and wonderful amenities!
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
FOUNDRE Phoenix
Eclectic style, great design, spacious room, fun little shop with a nice bar & market/restaurant. Staff were very polite and helpful. Will stay again!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Talking Stick Resort
Amenities
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Phoenix Airport - PHX by IHG
Will stay again if I’m ever in Phoenix, great location to the airport and light rail. The restaurant and bar has great food and drinks
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Phoenix
Good location. Great staff.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix Airport North
The shower door was worrisome. Handle was loose and door didn’t close properly. Was it a bad hinge? Could it have fallen off and shattered? Otherwise it was OK.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around DC Ranch
Central Scottsdale
If you're spending some time in Central Scottsdale, Scottsdale Ranch Park and Starfire Golf Club at Scottsdale Country Club are top sights worth seeing.
Desert Ridge
Theatres, live music and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Desert Ridge. Check out Desert Ridge Marketplace or Musical Instrument Museum while you're exploring the area.
Paradise Valley Village
While visiting Paradise Valley Village, you might make a stop by sights like Kierland Commons and Orange Tree Golf Course.
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 Tom's Thumb Trail and Tonto Verde Golf Club.
Pinnacle Peak
While visiting Pinnacle Peak, you might make a stop by sights like Troon North Golf Club and Boulders Golf Club.
Paradise Valley Village
If you're spending some time in Paradise Valley Village, Phoenix First Assembly of God and Stonecreek Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
