Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Scottsdale September 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Scottsdale Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Scottsdale.dx9829)[Hotels in Scottsdale](https://expedia.co.uk/Scottsdale-Hotels.d9829.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Scottsdale](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Scottsdale.d9829.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Scottsdale Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Scottsdale.d9829.Car-Hire-Guide)[Scottsdale Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Scottsdale.d9829.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Scottsdale, AZ ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Scottsdale Types of activities Where to stay [Scottsdale travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Scottsdale.dx9829) ![Photo provided by Scottsdale Convention & Visitors Bureau](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/206000/206706-Scottsdale-Arz.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Scottsdale Convention & Visitors Bureau](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/206000/206706-Scottsdale-Arz.jpg) ![Scottsdale](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/543000/543144-arizona.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Scottsdale](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/543000/543586-downtown-scottsdale.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Scottsdale](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/548000/548504-downtown-scottsdale.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Scottsdale](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/549000/549063-phoenix.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Scottsdale Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Scottsdale has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Scottsdale, 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 Scottsdale 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 Scottsdale Scottsdale is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Scottsdale, and make it a breeze to explore Scottsdale 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 Scottsdale 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 Scottsdale, 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 Scottsdale. #### Scottsdale attractions Scottsdale 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 Scottsdale 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 Scottsdale. Looking for things to do in Scottsdale can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. 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Get an insider's look in what to book before you travel. * * * ### Most fun & popular experiences in Scottsdale ### Tours & day trips [See all 96 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Phoenix: Self-Drive quad bike/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48231419/18fe5bc1-f54f-4e94-ad39-34b13b5659fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Phoenix: Self-Drive quad bike/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert 2h 10/10 7 reviews Free cancellation available £151 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/phoenix-self-drive-quad-bike-utv-rental-in-the-sonoran-desert.a48231419.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Grand Canyon with Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon Van Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/339598/11b120ca-1891-4908-91c0-1f7b796f3f41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Grand Canyon with Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon Van Tour 13h 9.4/10 305 reviews Free cancellation available £146 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/grand-canyon-with-sedona-and-oak-creek-canyon-van-tour.a339598.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Phoenix Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1376350/1c371c64-4f4a-45cc-a198-1097dc5b7e60.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Phoenix Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride 3h 30m 9.6/10 52 reviews Free cancellation available £183 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/morning-hot-air-balloon-flight-over-phoenix.a1376350.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Guided Arizona Desert Tour by quad bike - Centipede Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2247951/2420585d-7e07-4d51-a9bb-26e86f2461c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided Arizona Desert Tour by quad bike - Centipede Tour 2h 8.8/10 40 reviews Free cancellation available £80 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/centipede-tour-guided-arizona-desert-tour-by-quad-bike.a2247951.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![City centre Sedona & Desert Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/393138/3142c67a-10c6-4c40-ae22-0657ce8217d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### City centre Sedona & Desert Day Tour 11h 8.6/10 53 reviews Free cancellation available £132 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/city-centre-sedona-desert-day-tour.a393138.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride in Phoenix with Breakfast](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1376264/2277c87c-2ec4-4fb3-9745-4a95f2bca611.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride in Phoenix with Breakfast 4h 10/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available £147 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunrise-hot-air-balloon-ride-in-phoenix-with-breakfast.a1376264.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Apache Trail Tour & Steamboat Cruise Van Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/178412/94a7d36e-8bdb-4c5a-b925-7e0ddc1fc33b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Apache Trail Tour & Steamboat Cruise Van Tour 7h 30m 9.8/10 35 reviews Free cancellation available £122 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/apache-trail-tour-steamboat-cruise.a178412.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Wings of Fire & Whispers of the Desert Phoenix Ghost Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4693354/c83aea71-1d31-4e8d-938e-80c56b5bf32c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wings of Fire & Whispers of the Desert Phoenix Ghost Tours 1h 6/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £20 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/phoenix-ghosts-poltergeists-guided-haunted-walking-tour.a4693354.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Sedona, Jerome & Montezuma Castle Van Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/178410/af3cd461-2124-4752-a473-70a1678a840e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sedona, Jerome & Montezuma Castle Van Tour 10h 30m 7/10 28 reviews Free cancellation available £122 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sedona-jerome-montezuma-castle-van-tour.a178410.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Discover Phoenix! 2 hr City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47114801/2f118a10-4ba9-4cc4-9c18-67b0b1d418bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Discover Phoenix! 2 hr City Tour 2h 15m 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £63 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/shared-phoenix-city-adventure-tour.a47114801.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 52 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Phoenix: Self-Drive quad bike/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48231419/18fe5bc1-f54f-4e94-ad39-34b13b5659fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Phoenix: Self-Drive quad bike/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert 2h 10/10 7 reviews Free cancellation available £151 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/phoenix-self-drive-quad-bike-utv-rental-in-the-sonoran-desert.a48231419.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Guided Arizona Desert Tour by quad bike - Centipede Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2247951/2420585d-7e07-4d51-a9bb-26e86f2461c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided Arizona Desert Tour by quad bike - Centipede Tour 2h 8.8/10 40 reviews Free cancellation available £80 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/centipede-tour-guided-arizona-desert-tour-by-quad-bike.a2247951.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Pedal Bar Crawl of Old Town Scottsdale](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/692246/4cfcc021-a79b-4e9a-9191-e135bfdc594b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Pedal Bar Crawl of Old Town Scottsdale 2h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £41 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/party-bike-pub-crawl-of-old-town-scottsdale.a692246.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![From Phoenix: Sonoran Desert Guided quad bike Training](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47899920/cb194bc5-8dca-4e44-b274-c46dd0a69311.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Phoenix: Sonoran Desert Guided quad bike Training 1h Free cancellation available £40 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-phoenix-sonoran-desert-guided-quad-bike-training.a47899920.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![1.5 Hour Stretch Limo Golf Cart Tour, Ultimate Old Town Exploration](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44931739/a3d087e7-2929-4b1b-b27f-b6b464719e70.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1.5 Hour Stretch Limo Golf Cart Tour, Ultimate Old Town Exploration 1h 30m Free cancellation available £66 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-5-hour-stretch-limo-golf-cart-tour-ultimate-old-town-exploration.a44931739.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2575579/42bcbe8c-cdf2-4b2b-ab56-903e1c974309.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience 1h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £87 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/two-flight-indoor-skydiving-experience.a2575579.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour at Sunset](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2122075/e8beb5a4-faae-4970-919e-d79f0f6be25f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour at Sunset 2h 10/10 11 reviews Free cancellation available £114 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sonoran-desert-jeep-tour-at-sunset.a2122075.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Sonoran Desert: Sunset Jeep Tour with Tonto National Forest](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48209605/8d44c8a9-9fc9-4e1f-8870-bca2d69fe35a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sonoran Desert: Sunset Jeep Tour with Tonto National Forest 2h Free cancellation available £140 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sonoran-desert-sunset-jeep-tour-with-tonto-national-forest.a48209605.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Ancient Ruins Guided UTV Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50294630/1bc56bc2-383e-49b7-b996-1b31174ba519.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ancient Ruins Guided UTV Tour 3h Free cancellation available £221 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ancient-ruins-guided-utv-tour.a50294630.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Camelback E-Bike & Hike Tour - 2.5 Hours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5234970/19978acf-0175-401d-9340-2ac9ce68099d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Camelback E-Bike & Hike Tour - 2.5 Hours 2h 30m 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £100 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/afternoon-e-bike-tour-of-scottsdale-mccormick-ranch.a5234970.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 19 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Private Shopping Tour from Phoenix to Phoenix Premium Outlets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49967200/a6f3b10f-67bc-4311-92e4-67a908a77a8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Shopping Tour from Phoenix to Phoenix Premium Outlets 5h Free cancellation available £81 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-shopping-tour-from-phoenix-to-phoenix-premium-outlets.a49967200.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Stretch Limo Party Cart - Custom Bar Crawls, Wine Tastings, Night Clubs & M...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45006536/78e04285-d3d3-4276-8867-adcc84011a56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Stretch Limo Party Cart - Custom Bar Crawls, Wine Tastings, Night Clubs & M... 4h Free cancellation available £139 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/stretch-limo-party-cart-custom-bar-crawls-wine-tastings-night-clubs-more.a45006536.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Scottsdale: Wild West Heist Puzzle Ride Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50472008/d121ab60-fbc1-4153-ba74-12cf83662565.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Scottsdale: Wild West Heist Puzzle Ride Adventure 1h 15m Free cancellation available £44 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/scottsdale-wild-west-heist-puzzle-ride-adventure.a50472008.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Smartphone Guided Haunted Walking Tour in Phoenix](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50254302/e7441ebc-a17e-4536-b94c-07fd83ceb059.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Smartphone Guided Haunted Walking Tour in Phoenix 1h 30m Free cancellation available £7 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/smartphone-guided-haunted-walking-tour-in-phoenix.a50254302.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Scottsdale: Copper Canyon Caper Puzzle Ride Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48423615/a293a069-ba92-40bf-93f2-ae080f073219.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Scottsdale: Copper Canyon Caper Puzzle Ride Adventure 1h 30m Free cancellation available £51 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/scottsdale-copper-canyon-caper-puzzle-ride-adventure.a48423615.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Phoenix: Epic Camelback Mountain Guided Hike | Ascend Peak!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48854754/e0ee9b41-b766-4518-b624-ccf46675cffe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Phoenix: Epic Camelback Mountain Guided Hike | Ascend Peak! 3h Free cancellation available £162 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/epic-camelback-mountain-guided-hiking-adventure-phoenix-az.a48854754.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Offroad Sonoran Desert Adventure and Sunset](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49316903/06a4af67-efb1-4272-9638-4d2314747527.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Offroad Sonoran Desert Adventure and Sunset 6h Free cancellation available £590 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/offroad-sonoran-desert-adventure-and-sunset.a49316903.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Iconic Tom's Thumb Guided Hiking Adventure in Scottsdale, Arizona](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4794109/ca2622f3-d3f1-483b-84c9-cdeebe7c85cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Iconic Tom's Thumb Guided Hiking Adventure in Scottsdale, Arizona 3h Free cancellation available £162 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults 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[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-scottsdale-off-road-jeep-tour.a2122086.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 10 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Sound Meditation Under The Desert Stars](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49138225/eb5a9fc4-47e7-444d-bc92-9b212c1b724e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sound Meditation Under The Desert Stars 2h Free cancellation available £51 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sound-meditation-under-the-desert-stars.a49138225.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Magical Sunset Yoga Experience, Unique Views](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47073917/2d75db55-f5c2-4f58-aaea-fc321f023da7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magical Sunset Yoga Experience, Unique Views 1h 30m 9/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £32 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/magical-sunset-yoga-experience-unique-views.a47073917.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Quiche Lorraine French Cooking Class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48105315/1cf1331b-50a9-48f1-83f6-96942dd56881.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Quiche Lorraine French Cooking Class 2h Free cancellation available £111 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/quiche-lorraine-french-cooking-class.a48105315.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Camelback's Hidden Gems - Hike & Yoga with a View](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47249912/7a62eae8-410a-4d91-8573-bde67f9ffa54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Camelback's Hidden Gems - Hike & Yoga with a View 3h Free cancellation available £73 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/adventure-yoga-experience-on-camelback-mountain.a47249912.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Sushi Making Cooking Class at a Local Wine Bar in Phoenix](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48923728/8a202d79-2f24-4e42-a913-0bd1d8d37470.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sushi Making Cooking Class at a Local Wine Bar in Phoenix 2h 8/10 1 review Free cancellation available £55 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sensational-handmade-sushi-class-in-phoenix.a48923728.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Sunrise Yoga in Papago Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49214367/f0d16d32-a5dc-4a22-a912-60edc881a998.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sunrise Yoga in Papago Park 1h 30m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £32 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunrise-yoga-in-papago-park.a49214367.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Private Guided Yoga Session At Papago Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45751423/d09940d1-901d-447a-b6f7-de4f7e3dae20.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Guided Yoga Session At Papago Park 1h 30m Free cancellation available £129 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-guided-yoga-session-at-papago-park.a45751423.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Make Alfredo Pasta at a Local Brewery in Phoenix](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49091435/0efad22b-dbce-4d2f-9e89-89d4ffe5683b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Make Alfredo Pasta at a Local Brewery in Phoenix 2h Free cancellation available £55 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/alfredo-pasta-making-class-with-local-chef-in-phoenix.a49091435.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Amazing 2-Hour Guided Hiking & Yoga At Papago Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46169305/9ca0edbe-4913-4b1e-b83f-17ac626e215f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Amazing 2-Hour Guided Hiking & Yoga At Papago Park 2h Free cancellation available £148 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/amazing-2-hour-guided-hiking-yoga-at-papago-park.a46169305.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Papago Park Nature Walk with Yoga and Mountain Views](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49756068/a34c33f6-961e-44c6-9633-8368fea3e1e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Papago Park Nature Walk with Yoga and Mountain Views 2h 30m Free cancellation available £58 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/papago-park-nature-walk-with-yoga-and-mountain-views.a49756068.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ### Air, helicopter & balloon tours [See all 10 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&filter.categories=AirHelicopterBalloonTours) ![Phoenix Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1376350/1c371c64-4f4a-45cc-a198-1097dc5b7e60.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Phoenix Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride 3h 30m 9.6/10 52 reviews Free cancellation available £183 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/morning-hot-air-balloon-flight-over-phoenix.a1376350.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride in Phoenix with Breakfast](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1376264/2277c87c-2ec4-4fb3-9745-4a95f2bca611.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride in Phoenix with Breakfast 4h 10/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available £147 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunrise-hot-air-balloon-ride-in-phoenix-with-breakfast.a1376264.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Sunrise Sonoran Desert Hot Air Balloon Ride from Phoenix](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1280469/798a0556-a73f-411a-83c1-5c19279ccfe1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sunrise Sonoran Desert Hot Air Balloon Ride from Phoenix 4h 7/10 5 reviews Free cancellation available £162 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunrise-sonoran-desert-hot-air-balloon-ride-from-phoenix.a1280469.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Grand Canyon Signature Tour from Flagstaff (F-PJX)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44998440/4c265b10-e6ef-4723-9130-1513aed7a117.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Grand Canyon Signature Tour from Flagstaff (F-PJX) 7h Free cancellation available £560 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/grand-canyon-signature-tour-from-flagstaff-f-pjx.a44998440.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Scenic Aeroplane Flight & Wine Tasting Tour to Sedona (SWT)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/396214/8b1b4079-fa7f-4863-98b6-8213bae26580.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Scenic Aeroplane Flight & Wine Tasting Tour to Sedona (SWT) 7h Free cancellation available £479 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/scenic-aeroplane-flight-wine-tasting-tour-to-sedona-swt.a396214.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Grand Canyon Private 4-Hour Helicopter Adventure from Phoenix](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50244058/793a76f4-5224-474f-a8a1-592ed2ff83ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Grand Canyon Private 4-Hour Helicopter Adventure from Phoenix 4h Free cancellation available £8,855 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4-hour-grand-canyon-helicopter-adventure-return-from-phoenix.a50244058.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Grand Canyon Signature Tour from Phoenix (PJX)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/396222/00e98242-f005-4be8-b29e-4e492c84b36e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Grand Canyon Signature Tour from Phoenix (PJX) 7h 9.4/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available £560 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/grand-canyon-signature-tour-from-phoenix-pjx.a396222.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Phoenix to the Grand Canyon Air Tour (AIR)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/396218/d3c5990e-127b-4d20-9b3b-ed9c25a6c006.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Phoenix to the Grand Canyon Air Tour (AIR) 3h Free cancellation available £479 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/phoenix-to-the-grand-canyon-air-tour-air.a396218.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Phoenix Private 1 Hour Helicopter Adventure Flight](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50259964/b3d60b8d-4997-4880-a9ae-7ef220cd32bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Phoenix Private 1 Hour Helicopter Adventure Flight 1h Free cancellation available £2,139 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-hour-private-helicopter-adventure-flight-from-scottsdale.a50259964.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ![Phoenix to Grand Canyon Air & Monument Valley Ground (MVJ)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/396246/7080d3f9-a124-4f1f-94b9-f596baf15fcb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Phoenix to Grand Canyon Air & Monument Valley Ground (MVJ) 8h Free cancellation available £730 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/phoenix-to-grand-canyon-air-monument-valley-ground-mvj.a396246.activity-details?&rid=9829&location=Scottsdale&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Scottsdale | Number of things to do | 114 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Phoenix: Unlimited Arizona Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/phoenix-unlimited-arizona-internet-with-esim-mobile-data-plan.a49480491.activity-details): £3 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Grand Canyon with Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon Van Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/grand-canyon-with-sedona-and-oak-creek-canyon-van-tour.a339598.activity-details) - [City centre Sedona & Desert Day Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/city-centre-sedona-desert-day-tour.a393138.activity-details) - [Apache Trail Tour & Steamboat Cruise Van Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/apache-trail-tour-steamboat-cruise.a178412.activity-details) - [Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/scottsdale-museum-of-illusions-ticket-at-arizona-boardwalk.a47977220.activity-details) - [Sedona, Jerome & Montezuma Castle Van Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sedona-jerome-montezuma-castle-van-tour.a178410.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Pedal Bar Crawl of Old Town Scottsdale](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/party-bike-pub-crawl-of-old-town-scottsdale.a692246.activity-details) - [1.5 Hour Stretch Limo Golf Cart Tour, Ultimate Old Town Exploration](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-5-hour-stretch-limo-golf-cart-tour-ultimate-old-town-exploration.a44931739.activity-details) - [Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/two-flight-indoor-skydiving-experience.a2575579.activity-details) - [Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour at Sunset](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sonoran-desert-jeep-tour-at-sunset.a2122075.activity-details) - [The Original Tesla Cybertruck/Jetsurf Tour in the Sonoran Desert](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tesla-cybertruck-and-jetsurf-tour-in-the-sonora-desert-lake.a49788093.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Grand Canyon with Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon Van Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/grand-canyon-with-sedona-and-oak-creek-canyon-van-tour.a339598.activity-details) - [Apache Trail Tour & Steamboat Cruise Van Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/apache-trail-tour-steamboat-cruise.a178412.activity-details) - [Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/scottsdale-museum-of-illusions-ticket-at-arizona-boardwalk.a47977220.activity-details) - [Sedona, Jerome & Montezuma Castle Van Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sedona-jerome-montezuma-castle-van-tour.a178410.activity-details) - [Vortex to Vineyard! (Sedona/Verde Valley Vineyards)](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/vortex-to-vineyard-tour.a44986258.activity-details) | ## What to do in Scottsdale * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Arizona State University](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/478000/478896-Grady-Gammage-Memorial-Auditorium.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Arizona State University 4.5/5(5 reviews) Walk around the campus of Arizona State University, a top university in Tempe. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out the jogging trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Arizona-State-University-Phoenix.d502344.Attraction) ![Phoenix Convention Center](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/2cd2f2e2b37a7316c282f40fe28f6904.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Phoenix Convention Center 3.5/5(2 reviews) During your trip, find out what's happening in Phoenix Convention Center, a top convention centre in Phoenix. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Phoenix-Convention-Center-Downtown-Phoenix.d502320.Attraction) ![Grand Canyon University](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/55301778c6cb1400b55eee434420c2d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Grand Canyon University 3/5(2 reviews) Walk around the campus of Grand Canyon University, a well-known university in Phoenix. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Grand-Canyon-University-Alhambra.d502345.Attraction) ![Chase Field](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/478000/478815-Chase-Field.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chase Field 4.5/5(10 reviews) Catch an event at Chase Field and enjoy other activities in Phoenix such as golfing.In the area, take in the acclaimed art galleries and desert landscapes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chase-Field-Phoenix.d6068405.Attraction) ![State Farm Stadium](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/4c3ba0de640365207c3331bbe313a3c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### State Farm Stadium 5/5(4 reviews) Catch an event at State Farm Stadium during your trip to Glendale. Experience the lively festivals or attend a football match in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/State-Farm-Stadium-Phoenix.d6057986.Attraction) ![Westgate Entertainment District](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/478000/478411-Phoenix.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Westgate Entertainment District 4/5(3 reviews) You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Westgate Entertainment District during your stay in Glendale. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Westgate-Entertainment-District-Glendale-Sports-and-Entertainment-District.d6130078.Attraction) ![PHX Arena](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/544000/544373-phoenix.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### PHX Arena 4.5/5(5 reviews) Catch an event at PHX Arena during your trip to Phoenix. Discover the mountain views and desert landscapes in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Talking-Stick-Resort-Arena-Phoenix.d6068399.Attraction) ![Kierland Commons](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/e97529bc2c76759410dcdae603f0e8e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kierland Commons 4.5/5(2 reviews) You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kierland Commons during your trip to Scottsdale. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kierland-Commons-Paradise-Valley-Village.d6160567.Attraction) ![Desert Diamond Arena](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/a631fd2062b61973d8f5dd6f8a7ce2a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Desert Diamond Arena 5/5(2 reviews) Catch an event at Desert Diamond Arena during your trip to Glendale. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Desert-Diamond-Arena-Glendale-Sports-and-Entertainment-District.d6068401.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Scottsdale ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/479000/479003-Old-Town-Scottsdale.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Phoenix-Old-Town.dx6160565) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8bd0b48bdbfe4d21a0e94e62f90acf06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Central Scottsdale 4/5(1 area review) If you're spending some time in Central Scottsdale, Scottsdale Ranch Park and Starfire Golf Club at Scottsdale Country Club are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Phoenix-Central-Scottsdale.dx553248635976007832) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/686906235917b724d86765b9b748fe9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Paradise Valley Village While visiting Paradise Valley Village, you might make a stop by sights like Kierland Commons and Orange Tree Golf Course. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Phoenix-Paradise-Valley-Village.dx701380498943062016) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/543000/543144-arizona.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Phoenix-Downtown-Scottsdale.dx553248635976471631) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/32aaf04fc96e51d243e9cf51ceee5cbb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Pinnacle Peak While visiting Pinnacle Peak, you might make a stop by sights like Troon North Golf Club and Boulders Golf Club. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Phoenix-Pinnacle-Peak.dx553248635976008122) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kierland 5/5(1 area review) When in Kierland, you can plan a visit to Kierland Commons and Scottsdale Quarter, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Phoenix-Kierland.dx553248635976007721) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Day trip destinations from Scottsdale ![Phoenix](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/543000/543545-dobbins-point.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Phoenix [](https://expedia.co.uk/Phoenix.dx178298) ![Tempe](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/478000/478442-Phoenix.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tempe [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tempe.dx7255) ![Fountain Hills showing tranquil scenes, a small town or village and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/182000/182595-Fountain-Hills-Phoenix.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Fountain Hills [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fountain-Hills.dx7820) ![Mesa](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/478000/478579-Mesa-Phoenix.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mesa [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mesa.dx8820) ![Photo by Clouded Leopard](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/db6a7bacd17bf9565a2d6b6f6892d32e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Carefree [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carefree.dx10234) ![Photo by Colleen D.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b7860ca31cdf2742b4e386a5a3416f94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Fort McDowell [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fort-McDowell.dx54991) ![Paradise Valley](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/478000/478451-Phoenix.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Paradise Valley [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paradise-Valley.dx55175) ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Scottsdale worth visiting? > Offering a blend of shopping and golfing, there are many things to do in Scottsdale. When you're here, head to Phoenix Convention Centre, a major attraction in the area. ### How do I spend a day in Scottsdale? > Kick-start your day with a visit to Phoenix Zoo and OdySea Aquarium. Then, tour other parts of Scottsdale for tasty eats and some retail therapy. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Scottsdale? > The top tourist attraction in Scottsdale is Phoenix Convention Centre, so make sure to include it on your sightseeing agenda. ### Is three days enough to stay in Scottsdale? > Three days in Scottsdale is plenty of time to enjoy the city's major attractions. Many travellers stay for three days on average. Phoenix Zoo, OdySea Aquarium and Big Surf are highly rated sights. Want to see more? Hang around a little longer to visit nearby hotspots such as Phoenix. ### Is Scottsdale a walkable city? > Some top sights in Scottsdale, including Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West and Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, are within walking distance. You can also visit several of the city's popular neighbourhoods on foot. Just 2 kms (1 mile) from central Scottsdale is South Scottsdale and Downtown Scottsdale is 0.16 kms (0.10 miles) away. ### What are some activities to do in Scottsdale with kids? > Whether you're holidaying with young explorers or adventure-seeking teens, an itinerary filled with fun activities makes a big difference. Take a look at our recommendations for what to do in Scottsdale with kids. > > > > - [Grand Canyon with Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon Van Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/grand-canyon-with-sedona-and-oak-creek-canyon-van-tour.a339598.activity-details) > - [Apache Trail Tour & Steamboat Cruise Van Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/apache-trail-tour-steamboat-cruise.a178412.activity-details) > - [Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/scottsdale-museum-of-illusions-ticket-at-arizona-boardwalk.a47977220.activity-details) > - [Sedona, Jerome & Montezuma Castle Van Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sedona-jerome-montezuma-castle-van-tour.a178410.activity-details) > - [Vortex to Vineyard! (Sedona/Verde Valley Vineyards)](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/vortex-to-vineyard-tour.a44986258.activity-details) ### What to do in Scottsdale for adults? > Mill Ave and Rawhide Western Town & Steakhouse are just a couple of the things to do in Scottsdale. With lots of activities available, there's something here for everyone. ### Are there free things to do in Scottsdale? > In Scottsdale, Arizona Boardwalk is an unmissable spot for anyone planning to enjoy the city without taking their wallet out. Also, wander around the local parks and neighbourhoods, and speak with a local tour guide. 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