Travel to artsy Scottsdale
The area's art galleries and live music are just a few of the reasons to vacation in Scottsdale. Renowned for its golfing, restaurants and sporting events, this city welcomes all visitors. Chase Field and Phoenix Convention Center are just a couple of the must-sees in the area. Many of our vacation rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters, and sometimes even a hot tub for a relaxing getaway.
Sightseeing in and around Scottsdale
Do you want to discover attractions to visit in the city? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and experience everything that Scottsdale has to offer. These are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Phoenix Zoo (3.2 mi / 5.2 km)
- Great Wolf Lodge Water Park (3.9 mi / 6.3 km)
- OdySea Aquarium (5 mi / 8 km)
- Arizona Boardwalk (5 mi / 8.1 km)
- Arizona Biltmore Country Club (5.9 mi / 9.5 km)
- Arizona Biltmore Resort - Adobe Course (5.9 mi / 9.6 km)
Exploring the desert landscape and other natural features in Scottsdale
Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Scottsdale is a great place to get out in nature. Here are some of the area’s noteworthy natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Camelback Mountain (2.5 mi / 4 km)
- Hole in the Rock (2.9 mi / 4.7 km)
- Papago Park (2.9 mi / 4.7 km)
- Tempe Town Lake (4.2 mi / 6.8 km)
- Salt River (4.4 mi / 7.1 km)
- Desert Arboretum Park (4.9 mi / 8 km)
Transportation to and around Scottsdale
The nearest airport is in Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX), located 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from the city center. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you could also fly into Mesa, AZ (MSC-Falcon Field Municipal), which is 11.7 mi (18.9 km) away.