A shimmering dessert oasis, Phoenix is known for its laid-back vibe and vibrant heat. The sprawling grounds are dotted with museums, glitzy resorts, and finely manicured golf lawns that seem to thrive under the sun. But don’t let the heat turn you off. Phoenix’s intoxicating charm is one that has to be experienced firsthand to understand.
People who travel to Phoenix usually leave themselves awed by its desert-scape beauty. The Desert Botanical Garden is the perfect place to spend your day exploring. With a wide array of desert plant life, discover how beautiful nature in the desert can be. This garden offers beautiful unobstructed views of the night sky and is a great place to do a little stargazing. But desert plant life isn’t the only good thing about Phoenix. Travelling around the city is more than enough to tell you how beautiful the architecture in town is. Visit the stunning Cosanti, a wind chime studio open to the public. This cavernous studio is made completely out of cast concrete, creating a cooling cave-like complex. Go on a guided tour around the complex to learn how the studio’s famous bronze and ceramic wind chimes are made, and maybe even take one home as a souvenir.
Phoenix is a great holiday locale for the curious intellectual. The city is studded with museums that you can lose yourself exploring. Visit the Heard Museum, which showcases American Indian art, history, and culture. This beautiful museum houses multiple pieces of American Indian art from prominent Indian artists around the world. Afterwards, listen to a symphony at the Musical Instrument Museum. This museum displays instruments from all around the world. Sit down and listen to musical pieces from far-flung places you’ve never thought of visiting at this fun museum. Don’t miss out on the Arizona Museum of Natural History. Inside this massive, bleached white building is a wide array of exhibits detailing the cultures and history of the land, but most importantly, they are home to one of the most impressive dinosaur exhibits in America. Stroll between the boney legs of massive dinosaur skeletons as you explore the museum’s multi-levelled Dinosaur Hall.
Hop into your car rental and dip into Phoenix’s red-hot shopping scene to see what’s in style. If you’re hungry for a touch of glitz and glamour, head over to stylish Scottsdale. This high-end neighbourhood is where all the upscale retail outlets can be found. Visit the Scottsdale Fashion Square, a shopping mall that houses premier shopping destinations such as Kate Spade, Prada, Burberry, and more. For more of an Arizona centric experience, head over to Uptown Plaza, where you can find boutiques owned by talented local artists, designers, and craftsmen. Grab a bite at some of the famous locally owned cafes nearby when you get tired of shopping. Shopping on a budget? Visit the Phoenix Premium Outlets for the best deals.
Phoenix Airport is Arizona’s busiest airport and one of America’s largest commercial airports. Pick up your car rental from Phoenix Airport’s Rental Car Centre before you head into the city. As busy as it is, consider booking your car rental in advance to avoid Phoenix Airport’s infamous queues!
