Sonoran Foothills Travel Guide

Phoenix

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Things to do

Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket

Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket

£30
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket
SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium Tickets

SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium Tickets

£16
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium Tickets
Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert

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

£77
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert
Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket

Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket

£25
per adult
Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket
Phoenix Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

Phoenix Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

£158
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Phoenix Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona

£13
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona
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Top hotels in Sonoran Foothills

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

4 out of 5
11111 N 7th St Phoenix AZ
The price is £134 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£134
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Phoenix. Enjoy 7 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,886 reviews)
"It was a great stay! Everyone was so nice. The room was a little dusty but other than that everything was pretty clean."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts

Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts

5 out of 5
2400 E Missouri Avenue Phoenix AZ
The price is £246 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
£246
6 Aug - 7 Aug
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"Staff was very accommodating to our needs."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts
Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak

Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak

4 out of 5
7677 N 16th St Phoenix AZ
The price is £132 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
£132
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Phoenix. Enjoy free parking, 5 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort

Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort

4.5 out of 5
7500 E Doubletree Ranch Rd Scottsdale AZ
The price is £199 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
£199
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Scottsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 10 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
5350 E Marriott Dr Phoenix AZ
The price is £222 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
£222
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Phoenix. Enjoy 5 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"Beautiful resort with spacious rooms, high quality beds/bath, and friendly and helpful staff. The pool setup is really nice but extremely packed on the weekend. A very expensive experience where you will be fighting off children to use any amenities."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia

Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia

4 out of 5
4949 E Lincoln Drive Paradise Valley AZ
The price is £233 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
£233
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Paradise Valley. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,095 reviews)
"Cute property, speed out with two pools, one adults only."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia
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Where to stay in Sonoran Foothills

Find the best Sonoran Foothills 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 Gilbert Civic Center and Gilbert Farmers Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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