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

£30
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket
Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket

Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket

£24
per adult
Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket
Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert

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

£152
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert
Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field

Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field

£32
per adult
Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field
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
From Phoenix: Sonoran Desert Guided ATV Training

From Phoenix: ATV Training Session

£41
per adult
From Phoenix: ATV Training Session
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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 £81 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
£81
20 Jul - 21 Jul
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! (1,007 reviews)
"The staff was so welcoming at check in and the hotel is always so amazing clean and amazing!"

Reviewed on 5 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 £87 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
£87
18 Jul - 19 Jul
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! (1,626 reviews)
"Great place to stay! I would definitely recommend."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel Phoenix Tempe
Talking Stick Resort

Talking Stick Resort

4 out of 5
9800 E. Talking Stick Way Scottsdale AZ
The price is £125 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
£125
9 Jul - 10 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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,887 reviews)
"This is a great hotel- the casino is fun and the rooms are great. The pools are awesome and not too crowded."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Talking Stick Resort
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

4 out of 5
11111 N 7th St Phoenix AZ
The price is £114 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
£114
8 Jul - 9 Jul
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! (2,796 reviews)
"This is the spot to go if you are going to Scottsdale"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa

Arizona Grand Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
8000 S. Arizona Grand Parkway Phoenix AZ
The price is £169 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
£169
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Phoenix. Enjoy 6 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,519 reviews)
"The water park was so packed it was shoulder to shoulder they let out side people come to park that doesn’t even stay there at the resort bug infestation in bedroom behind the mirror"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
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 £162 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
£162
17 Jul - 18 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Me enxanto ese hotel ,todo excelente ,muy limpio personal muy amable 🙂"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

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 Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West – 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.

North Phoenix

While you're in North Phoenix, take in top sights like Cave Buttes Recreation Area and jump on the metro at 19th Avenue/ Dunlap Station to see more of the city.

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