Sun City Festival Travel Guide
Phoenix
Visit Sun City Festival
Things to do
SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium Tickets
Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert
Phoenix area Hot Air Balloon Ride on the Largest Balloon in USA
Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket
Phoenix Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
Top hotels in Sun City Festival
The Wigwam
LivAway Suites Phoenix-Surprise
Holiday Inn Express Surprise by IHG
"This place was very clean. The staff was very friendly. The breakfast was amazing. We had a great stay. It was inexpensive and very nice. My mother lives in El Mirage. This will be our go to place now."
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Surprise Near Sun City West
"Always a good experience staying here."
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026
Windmill Suites Surprise - Phoenix, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix-Surprise
Where to stay in Sun City Festival
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.
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.
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.
The Islands
The Islands might not have many top sights, but Chandler Center for the Arts and Golfland Sunsplash are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
