Delight in the desert landscape of Phoenix
Take a vacation to Phoenix and enjoy the area's art galleries, theater scene and entertainment. This city's sporting events, golfing and mountain views draw many visitors. Take in top local attractions like Footprint Center and Phoenix Convention Center. If you need more space to accommodate a family vacation or friends trip, rental homes often come with separate dining areas and spacious living rooms.
Sightseeing in and around Phoenix
Are you looking for attractions to visit in the area? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and check out everything that makes Phoenix a fun spot to vacation. These are some of the top attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Arizona Biltmore Resort - Links Course (5.4 mi / 8.7 km)
- Arizona Biltmore Country Club (5.9 mi / 9.5 km)
- Arizona Biltmore Resort - Adobe Course (6 mi / 9.6 km)
- Papago Golf Course (6.5 mi / 10.4 km)
- Phoenix Zoo (7.3 mi / 11.7 km)
- LEGOLAND® Discovery Center (7.8 mi / 12.5 km)
Exploring the desert landscape and other natural features in Phoenix
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to take in the scenery, Phoenix is a great place to get out in nature. Here are some of the area’s most eye-catching natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Encanto Park (2 mi / 3.2 km)
- Papago Park (7.1 mi / 11.5 km)
- Hole in the Rock (7.5 mi / 12.1 km)
- Camelback Mountain (8 mi / 12.9 km)
- Phoenix Mountains Preserve (8.4 mi / 13.6 km)
- Salt River (8.7 mi / 13.9 km)
Traveling to and around Phoenix
The nearest airport is in Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX), located 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you might consider flying into Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (DVT), which is 16.3 mi (26.3 km) away.
You can see more of Phoenix by catching a ride on the metro at Jefferson Street - 1st Ave Station, Washington - Central Station or Van Buren - 1st Ave Station.