Downtown Travel Guide
Phoenix
Visit Downtown
Popular places to visit
Mesa Arts Center
Even the cheap seats are great at this award-winning theater complex, the largest in Arizona.
Arizona Museum of Natural History
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Arizona Museum of Natural History in Mesa. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Mesa Amphitheatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Mesa Amphitheatre during your stay in Mesa. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Mesa Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Mesa Convention Center during your trip to Mesa. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Mesa Arizona Temple
Mesa Arizona Temple is just one of the places to see in Mesa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Nile Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Nile Theater during your stay in Mesa.
Things to do
Historic Apache Trail & Sonoran Desert Tour with a Boat Ride
Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk
2 Hour Segway Tour - Sunset & City Lights
Scottsdale Self-Guided Walking Tour: Art & Desert Inspiration
2 Hour Scottsdale Segway Tours - Ultimate Old Town Exploration
Top hotels in Downtown
The Azure Hotel
"The staff was friendly and helpful. The pool and Jacuzzi were clean and well maintained with fresh towels available. The facilitiy was clean and well worth the price point. A great and affordable place to stay if you are in the area!"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Talking Stick Resort
"I loved our stay the only things was that I called to ask how early I could check in and they said after 2, when we get there they just had me waiting until 4 to get a room assigned, but besides that the hotel is clean, food is delicious, the pools are great and well taken care off"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
"They could’ve explained the deposit and resort fee way better. If the resort fee is $39 I should’ve never been charged $75 a night. I was expecting my full deposit back and they took most if my money. Never staying here again."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
FOUNDRE Phoenix
"Great stay! The hotel was clean, comfortable, and the staff was friendly and welcoming. The highlight was definitely the restaurant—the food was absolutely amazing and exceeded our expectations. We would gladly stay here again and highly recommend it!"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
"Better disclosure on the $90.00/day resort fee that is due upon check in would have made this stay more enjoyable."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Hotel Valley Ho
"Overall, I liked the hotel, especially the room size. But for future families, keep in mind that it's not the best option for families with young children. It's an excellent hotel for adults 👍"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown
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.
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 Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West – 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 Reach 11 Sports Complex and jump on the metro at 19th Avenue/ Dunlap Station to see more of the city.
