What to do in Central Arizona, AZ

Activities, attractions and tours

Central Arizona
Central Arizona
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Central Arizona
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Central Arizona Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Central Arizona has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Central Arizona, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Central Arizona with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Central Arizona

Central Arizona is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Central Arizona, and make it a breeze to explore Central Arizona and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Central Arizona to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Central Arizona, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Central Arizona.

Central Arizona attractions

Central Arizona has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Central Arizona to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Central Arizona.

Looking for things to do in Central Arizona can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Central Arizona or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Central Arizona attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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What to do in Central Arizona


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Downtown Phoenix which includes signage and night scenes

Downtown Phoenix

4/5(25 area reviews)

Cheer on the Phoenix Suns at an NBA game or walk around the city’s historic precinct as you explore the state capital.

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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 Tonto Verde Golf Club.

Rio Verde Foothills
Old Town

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.

Old Town
Papago Park featuring desert views as well as a small group of people

Camelback East

3/5(1 area review)

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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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.

North Phoenix
Downtown Scottsdale featuring street scenes, a small town or village and cuddly or friendly animals

Downtown Scottsdale

While visiting Downtown Scottsdale, you might make a stop by sights like Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West and Scottsdale Waterfront.

Downtown Scottsdale

 

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