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Biltmore Fashion Park Designer Stores Location: Camelback & Twenty-fourth Street. Approximately 8 miles. Service: A unique blend of 11 extraordinary restaurants, including Nola's, Coffee Plantation, Sam's Cafe and Steamer's, make up the Valley's Epicurean center. Saks Fifth Avenue, Macy's and over 45 other fascinating stores are all located at the more relaxed, more tasteful and more delightful Biltmore Fashion Park.

Arizona Mills Value Retail and Entertainment Mall Location: Interstate 10 & Route 60. Approximately 5 miles. Services: Arizona Mills architecture reflects the Southwest flavor with its designs, spirited forms and sculptures. 175 top manufacturers, retail outlets, and unique specialty stores.

Scottsdale Fashion Square Renowned Collections Location: Camelback & Scottsdale Road. Approximately 9 miles. Service: Fashion Square houses many renowned retailers including scores of prestigious stores located nowhere else in Arizona. Over 165 distinctive avenues of shopping, dining and entertainment.

The Arizona Center Specialty Stores Location: Van Buren & Fourth Street. Approximately 6 miles. Services: The Arizona Center features over 150,000 square feet of specialty retail shops including Southwestern gifts, apparel, collectibles, books and more. Entertainment options include bars and restaurants such as Sam's Cafe, Lombardi's, and a food courtyard.

Dining/Restaurants

American & Continental

Belvedere	Doubletree Guest Suites Phoenix	Ext. 1776
Crocodile Cafe	525 South Mill Avenue, Tempe	966.5883
Houlihan's Old Place	2520 East Camelback Rd, Phoenix	957.8490
Houston's	2425 East Camelback Rd, Phoenix	957.9700
Roxsand's	2594 East Camelback Rd, Phoenix	381.0444

Chinese & Japanese

Chinese Cultural Center	Adjacent to the Doubletree Suites Phoenix
Ayako of Tokyo	2564 East Camelback Rd, Phoenix	955.7007
P.F. Chang's	7014 East Camelback Rd, Scottsdale	949.2610

French

Christoper's	2398 East Camelback Rd, Phoenix	957.3214
Voltaire	8340 East McDonald Drive, Scottsdale	948.1005

Italian

Avanti	2728 East Thomas Road, Phoenix	956.0900
Tomaso's	3225 East Camelback Road, Phoenix	956.0836
Rafaelle's	2999 North 44th Street, Phoenix	952.0063
Spaghetti Company	414 South Mill Avenue, Tempe	966.3848

Seafood

Fish Market	1720 East Camelback Road, Phoenix	277.3474
Steamer's	2576 East Camelback Road, Phoenix	956.3631

Southwestern & Mexican

Macayo's Depot Cantina	300 South Ash Avenue, Tempe	966.6677
Los Olivos	7328 East 2nd Street, Scottsdale	946.2256
Sam's Cafe	455 North 3rd Street, Phoenix	252.3545
Such Is Life	3602 North 24th Street, Phoenix	955.7822
Z Tejas Grill	7014 East Camelback Road, Scottsdale	946.4171

Steaks, Ribs & Burgers

Cork and Cleaver	5501 North 44th Street, Phoenix	952.0585
Hard Rock Cafe	2621 East Camelback Road, Phoenix	956.3669
Rustler's Rooste	7777 South Point Parkway, Phoenix	431.6474
Ruth's Chris Steak House	2201 East Camelback Rd, Phoenix	957.9600
Stockyard's	5001 East Washington Road, Phoenix	273.7378

 

Phoenix Municipal Stadium (Oakland Athletics Baseball), 2 miles	602.392.0217
Bank One BallPark (Diamondbacks), 7 miles	602.462.6000
American West Arena (Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Coyotes Hockey), 7 miles	602.379.7900
Sun Devil Stadium (AZ Cardinals Football), 4 miles	602.379.0102
Tempe Diablo Stadium (California Angels Baseball), 4 miles	480.350.5205
Oceanside Ice Arena (Ice skating, Hockey), 5 miles	480.947.2470
Phoenix International Raceway (Nascar, Indy cars) 22 miles	602.252.2227
Firebird International Raceway, 12 miles	520.268.0200

   

Celebrity Theater, 2 miles	602.267.9373
Gammage Auditorium, 4 miles	480.965.3434
ASU Sun Devil Stadium, 4 miles	480.965.2381
Herberger Theater 6 miles
Orpheum Theater, 7 miles	602.252.8497

   

Hatter Transport (50 passenger bus)	602.225.2225
Greyline (50 passenger bus)	602.495.9100
Continental Carriage (10 passenger van)	602.243.9510
Wheels of Fargo (15 passenger van)	602.224.0429

   

Open Road Tours 602.997.6474 Vanghan's SW Custom Tours 1.800.513.1381 Summary: Discover the fascinating Southwest attractions and diverse scenery and history. Visit Sedona, Grand Canyon, Tucson, Phoenix and the Valley of the Sun unique attractions on a personalized one or two-day tour Hours: Daily Departures. Prices and departure times varies

Jeep Tours - Valley Wide

Old West Tours 480.488.9541 Arrowhead 602.922.0020 Desert Storm Hummer Tours 480.922.0020 Summary: Explore the desert and mountain landscapes in an open-top 4-wheel drive vehicle. Experienced cowboy guides provide information on desert plants and wildlife, plus colorful history and folklore. Stop along the way for sightseeing, nature hikes, and target shooting Hours: Daily Departures at 8am or 1pm. Cost: $60.00 -$110.00 per person (children under 12 years of age are discounted)

Hot Air Ballooning - Valley Wide

Discover Arizona 480.461.8689 Hot Air Expedition 480.502.6999 Unicorn 480.991.3663 Summary: A fantasy flight offering limitless panoramas of dramatic desert terrain. Flights are available daily, morning or afternoon (afternoon flight is available November through March). The flight last approximately 1 to 1 1/2 hours depending on landing Cost: $135.00 per person (average cost).

Horseback Riding - Valley Wide

Pondorosa Stables 520.268.1261 Don Donnelly 480.982.7822 Summary: Saddle up and see the West! Even beginners will enjoy the experience of a guided western trail ride. Several ranches are available within 10-30 minutes driving time. Hours: Varies per stable Cost: $25.00-$80.00 per person. 1 1/2 hour ride average.

Papago Park

Location: Galvin Parkway and Van Buren. Approximately 2 miles. Phone: 602.256.3220 Summary: This fabulous park, located on 1,200 acres of rolling desert hills, features a golf course, museum, picnic areas, fishing, hiking trails and Hole-in-the-Rock landmark

Camelback Mountain

Location: East McDonald Drive and Tatum Boulevard. Approximately 8 miles. Phone: 602.256.3220 Summary: To experience the city's most prominent landmarks, and for a challenging hike, start at Echo Canyon, and hike the North side route to the top of Camelback Mountain. From there, you can view the expanses of Scottsdale and Phoenix

Squaw Peak Recreation Area

Location: 2701 East Squaw Peak Drive. Approximately 10 miles Phone: 602.256.3220 Summary: Squaw Peak, part of the Phoenix Mountain Preserves, is one of the city's best-known landmarks. The park features a 1.2 miles trail to the peak's summit, which offers a spectacular view of the Valley of the Sun

Apache Trail

Location: Arizona Highway 88. Approximately 1 hour Phone: 480.948.1776 Summary: The Apache Trail was used to haul materials for construction of Theodore Roosevelt Dam and the confluence of the Salt River and Tonto Creek. The route snakes through mountains as it follows the Salt River past Canyon and Apache Lakes

Fort McDowell Casino

Location: Highway 87 and Fort McDowell Road. Approximately 45 minutes Phone: 1.800. THE FORT Summary: Grab that chance jar for a rendezvous with Lady Luck at the most famous casino in the Valley Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. No admission fee.

Chinese Cultural Center    

Location: Adjacent to the Doubletree Guest Suites Phoenix Phone: 800.844.8318 Summary: One-of-a-kind 160,000 square feet mixed use business/retail complex, which integrates Chinese culture, architecture and business. The Center features 9 restaurants with cuisine from different regions in Asia and 12 specialty retail stores. The Center offers one acre authentic Chinese Garden and replicas of famous landmarks of China Hours: Daily, 9am to 11pm

    The Phoenix Zoo    

Location: 5810 East Van Buren. Approximately 2 miles Phone: 602.273.1341 Summary: 125 acres of rolling hills, shaded paths and natural environment exhibits. Over 1,000 animals, many of which are endangered species. Enjoy a ride on the Safari Train and visit the Children's Zoo where you can pet the animals. Hours: Daily, 9am to 5pm Cost: $8.50 adults, $4.25 children

    Desert Botanical Garden    

Location: 1201 North Galvin Parkway. Approximately 2 miles Phone: 480.941.1217 (recording), 480.941.1225 (office) Summary: Experience one of the most dazzling displays of wildflowers and cactus blooms in the Southwest. Surrounded by massive, rugged, red cliffs, the Desert Botanical Garden's 145 acres comprises one of the most complete collections of desert flora in the world Hours: Daily, 7am to 10pm Cost: $6.00 adults, $1.00 children

    Pueblo Grande Museum    

Location: 4619 East Washington Street. Approximately 1/4 mile Phone: 602.495.0900 (recording), 602.495.0901 (office) Summary: Excavation sight of a Hohokam Settlement that is over 1,000 years old. The museum houses a collection of artifacts and recreates life as it may have been in the 1400's Hours: Monday - Saturday 9am - 4:45pm; Sunday 11pm - 4:45pm Cost: $2.00 adults, $1.50 seniors, $1.00 children (children under 5 years free) Plaza Level - $1.00 (grandstand atmosphere); Terrace Level - $4.00 (matinee $2.00)

    Heard Museum    

Location: 22 East Monte Vista. Approximately 6 miles Phone: 602.252.8848 Summary: One of the finest museums for Southwest and Indian Art Culture. Includes displays of Southwest Indian Arts and Crafts, Tribal Origins and Customs. Special hands-on activities available daily Hours: Monday-Saturday 9:30am-5pm (Wednesday open until 9pm); Sunday 12moon-5pm Cost: $5.00 adults, $3.00 children children 6-12 years, 5 and under free

    Phoenix Art Museum    

Location: Central and McDowell. Approximately 5 miles Phone: 602.257.1800 Summary: A major visual art institution in the Southwest with a permanent collection of more than 12,000 works of art including paintings, sculpture and more Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-5pm (Wednesday open until 9pm); Sunday, 12noon-5pm Cost: $4.00 adults, $1.50 children children 6-12 years, 5 and under free

    Heritage Square    

Location: 115 North 6th Street. Approximately 5 miles Phone: 602.262.5029 Summary: A city block dating back to the late 1800's. This is the only remaining group of residential structures from the original town site of Phoenix Hours: Monday-Thursday, 5pm-10pm; Friday-Sunday, 11am-10pm Cost: No admission fee

    Casa Grande Ruins    

Location: Off State Route 387 at Collidge Phone: 1.602.723.2172 Summary: Locations of the celebrated 4-story house of Hohokam Indians, discovered in 1684 by Father Kino. There is a visitor's center available along with guided tours on the weekends. Tours are available during the weekdays with advance notice Hours: daily, 7am-6pm Cost: $2.00

  Raven Golf Course at South Mountain    

Address: 3636 East Baseline Road, Phoenix, AZ Phone Number: 602.243.3636 Type: David Graham/architect Gary Panks designed PGA Championship course Services: Learning/Performance centers headed by instructor Chuck Hogan, Clubhouse, golf shop, Practice range, equipment rental and locker facilities. Par 72, 18 holes, 7,115 yards Directions: Right on 44th Street. Left on Washington. South on 143 to Baseline. Right on Baseline Drive Time: Approximately 8 miles/15 minutes

    ASU Karsten Golf Course    

Address: 1125 East Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, AZ Phone Number: 480.921.8070 Type: Pete Dye designed Scottish links Championship course with Bermuda fairways and bent grass greens. Par 72, 18 Holes, 7,072 yards Services: Pro shop, practice range, equipment rental and snack area Directions: Right at 44th Street. Left on Washington Street which turns into Curry Road. Right at Rural Road (Scottsdale Road). Left at 1st Street. Entrance will be on the right side Drive Time: Approximately 5 miles/10 minutes

    Club West Golf Club    

Address: 16400 South 14th Street, Phoenix, AZ Phone Number: 480.460.4400 Type: Desert style course with dramatic elevation. Layout stretches to over 7,000 yards Services: Pro shop, practice range, equipment rental and clubhouse. Par 72, 18 Holes Directions: Right on 44th Street. left to Washington. Take 143 South to I-10 South towards Tucson. Exit on Chandler Boulevard. Turn right, and go west 4 1/2 miles Drive Time: Approximately 18 miles/25 minutes

    Papago Golf Course    

Address: 5595 East Moreland, Tempe, AZ Phone Number: 602.275.8428 Type: Desert executive golf course with desert and mountain views. Surrounded by the Papago Buttes. three holes with water. 18 hole course, Par 72, 7,053 yards Services: Pro shop, practice range, equipment rental and snack bar Directions: Right at 44th Street. Left at Van Buren. Left at 52nd Street, follow 1/2 mile past Van Buren. Right at Moreland to Clubhouse. Drive Time: Approximately 5 miles/10 minutes

    Rolling Hills Golf Course    

Address: 1415 North Mill Avenue, Tempe, AZ Phone Number: 480.350.5275 Type: Gary Panks designed executive Course. Challenging rolling fairway overlooking Papago Buttes. 9 Hole course, Par 36, 1,000 yards Services: Practice range, equipment rental and restaurant Directions: Right at 44th Street. Left on Van Buren. Van Buren turns into Mill Avenue. Course entrance will be on left side Drive Time: Approximately 3 miles/5 minutes

    Foothills Golf Club    

Address: 2201 East Clubhouse Drive, Phoenix, AZ Phone Number: 480.460.4653 Type: Tom Weiskopf/Jay Moorish designed Championship course. Desert links, green fairways, surrounded by mountains, with three water holes. 18 hole course, Par 72, 6,850 yards Services: Pro shop, practice range, equipment rental, Eagle's Nest Bar and Grill, snack bar and banquet facilities. Directions: Right at 44th Street. Left at Washington Street. Right at 143 South. Take I-10 East towards Tucson, follow for 7 miles. Exit Chandler Boulevard, turn right. Follow approximately 2 1/2 miles continuing to The Foothills at South mountain Park. Signs lead to the Clubhouse Drive Time: Approximately 12 miles/25 minutes

    Superstition Springs Golf Club    

Address: 6542 East Baseline Road, Mesa, AZ Phone Number: 480.985.5555 Type: Greg Nash Designed Championship course. Challenging course with open fairways. Plenty of water, sand and grass bunkers. 18 Hole course, Par 72, 7,005 yards Services: Pro shop, practice range, equipment rental, clubhouse with restaurant and lounge Directions: Right at 44th Street. left at Washington Street. Right to 143 South. Take I-10 East towards Tucson, follow 1 mile. Right lane to Superstition Freeway #60 East, follow 15 miles. Right at Power Road, follow 1/4 mile. Right at Baseline Road, follow 1/4 mile. Clubhouse will be on right side Drive Time: Approximately 18 miles/30 minutes

    Long Bow Golf Club    

Address: 5400 East McDowell Road, Mesa, AZ Phone Number: 480.807.5400 Type: Built from the surrounding native desert terrain, the course features discerning contours, dramatic bunkers, and picturesque views. The course is designed to be player friendly with lush, gorgeous fairways for those who enjoy walking. 18 hole course at Par 70, 6,811 yards Services: Clubhouse golf shop, driving range, equipment rental, PGA instruction and golfers club Directions: Right at 44th Street. Left at Washington Street. Right at 143 South. Take I-10 East towards Tucson, follow 1 mile. Right lane to Superstition Freeway #60 East, for 14 miles. Left at Higley Road, follow for 5 miles. Right at McDowell to clubhouse Drive Time: Approximately 21 miles/35 minutes