South Tempe Travel Guide

Phoenix

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Stay near popular South Tempe attractions

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LEGOLAND® Discovery Center

8.2/10 (302 reviews)
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.
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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
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Top hotels in South Tempe

Embassy Suites by Hilton Phoenix Tempe

Embassy Suites by Hilton Phoenix Tempe

3.5 out of 5
4400 S Rural Rd Tempe AZ
The price is ฿3,171 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
฿3,171
฿3,617 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tempe. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"Had issues with toilet and shower water temperature. Water was too hot to utilize. Never had issues with the place until my most recent stay. Overall, it's a great place to stay."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Phoenix Tempe
Drury Plaza Hotel Phoenix Tempe

Drury Plaza Hotel Phoenix Tempe

4 out of 5
1780 West Ranch Road Tempe AZ
The price is ฿3,430 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
฿3,430
฿3,912 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tempe. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,643 reviews)
"Brad makes the best drinks at happy hour and the food is always good at dinner and breakfast.Great place for quick couples get away and stay in the room.Shooting range, pickle ball, and Main event across the street make it an easy date night with the misses.White Castle draws a crowd but the star ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel Phoenix Tempe
FOUNDRE Phoenix

FOUNDRE Phoenix

4 out of 5
1100 N Central Avenue Phoenix AZ
The price is ฿3,452 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
฿3,452
฿4,816 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Phoenix. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
FOUNDRE Phoenix
Talking Stick Resort

Talking Stick Resort

4 out of 5
9800 E. Talking Stick Way Scottsdale AZ
The price is ฿4,511 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿4,511
฿6,103 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Scottsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,937 reviews)
"Quick check in. Great room with corner floor to ceiling windows. In room refrigerator. 2 main pools. One with loud booming music. Other quieter but crowded with not enough umbrellas and chairs. Great casino. Lots of slots and tables. Good eating options ( especially fig snack bar with great sandwich ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Talking Stick Resort
Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts

Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts

5 out of 5
2400 E Missouri Avenue Phoenix AZ
The price is ฿8,016 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿8,016
฿11,049 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Phoenix. Enjoy 7 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts
Marriott Phoenix Resort Tempe at The Buttes

Marriott Phoenix Resort Tempe at The Buttes

4 out of 5
2000 W Westcourt Way Tempe AZ
The price is ฿5,686 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
฿5,686
฿7,061 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly resort in Tempe. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 3 hot tubs and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
Marriott Phoenix Resort Tempe at The Buttes
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Where to stay in South Tempe

Find the best South Tempe areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 Golf Club Scottsdale.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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The Islands

The Islands might not have many top sights, but Hale Centre Theatre and Chandler Center for the Arts are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

South Tempe Travel Guide