Top Things to do in Central Arizona
Top Hotels in Central Arizona
- 1. Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
- 2. Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport
- 3. Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix Happy Valley
- 4. Scottsdale Plaza Resort & Villas
- 5. Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
- 6. Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
- 7. Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass
- 8. The McCormick Scottsdale
- 9. The Wigwam
- 10. Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix Tempe
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What to do and see in Central Arizona, Central Arizona: The Best Arenas & Stadiums
Home to the Phoenix metropolitan area and its more than 3.4 million residents, Central Arizona offers an amazing array of museums, cultural venues and outdoor adventures. The Valley of the Sun boasts hopping nightlife and a thrilling selection of restaurants, resorts and spas. Discover Old West and Native American history. Hike among the cactus in the Sonoran desert. Try your hand at ranching in Glendale. Drive the Superstition Mountains. Visit Frank Lloyd Wrights Taliesin West in Scottsdale.
Restaurants in Central Arizona
1. Chase Field
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,313 reviews
The home of the state's Major League Baseball team, the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Reviewed By Pbuddy
Even if your aren’t a baseball fan put this on the list of things to do Great atmosphere, friendly environment and a beautiful stadium
2. Eldorado Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By bpred754 - Phoenix, United States
I used to live next to Eldorado Park and visited the park weekly with my German Shepherd. The park is full of amenities such as several playgrounds, fishing spots, baseball & softball fields, and even includes a skatepark. Eldorado Park also seamlessly merges into Vista Del Camino Park which gives you plenty of length for a nice run or bike ride. The park is fairly long, so I'd recommend using the app, Avem, to help you discover and find your favorite amenities.
3. Scottsdale Stadium
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 430 reviews
Reviewed By Rita23890 - Virginia Beach, United States
This is a great stadium - lots of parking and easy to find. Vendors are very nice. There are also several nice restaurants in the area, Vogue Bistro and Amuse Buche, as well as the typical chain restaurants.
4. State Farm Stadium
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 876 reviews
Reviewed By DeanONKW - Kitchener, Canada
I enjoyed this tour. The stadium itself is quite interesting and the guide was good at engaging the entire tour group. One highlight was seeing the difference between the home team locker room and the visiting team locker room. Another was understanding how the real grass turf is rolled outdoors like a "giant lasagna pan". Seeing the press box and a luxury sweet were interesting. The only aggravation regarding this tour was Ticketmaster. Tickets are available on-site for no service fee but I was staying in another city and I knew tours could fill up so I had to use Ticketmaster. I believe the total cost was 250% of the list price due to all of the stupid fees!
5. Surprise Stadium
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 585 reviews
Surprise Stadium ranked #1 AZ Spring Training Stadium by USA TODAY. Surprise Stadium is home to Major League Baseball's Kansas City Royals & Texas Rangers during Spring Training (Late February through Late March). Surprise Stadium is also home to many College, Armature and other baseball tournaments, as well as hundreds of special events each year. Surprise Stadium is #1 for a reason, offering the traditions of Spring Training in the most beautiful setting in the Phoenix Metro area, with fan amenities like free parking, great food, and access to many of your favorite athletes, with tickets starting at just $8 .
Reviewed By Jaba6425 - Surprise, United States
Surprise Stadium is set up so all can enjoy any game. Each seat and even the lawn allows visitors to enjoy a ball game. Beer pricing is a bit high. Stadium is clean and well maintained for sure. Con is that the City doesn’t have a entertainment area for before or after games.
6. Camelback Ranch
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 308 reviews
Spring Training home of Major League Baseball's Chicago White Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers, located in Glendale, Arizona
Reviewed By ronmK1355NJ - Kelowna, Canada
If you are a baseball fan....especially of the spring Cactus League, Camelback Ranch, the spring home of the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Chicago White Socks is a wonderful place to be. This is a spectacular baseball facility with countless opportunities to interact with both the game and the players. Plenty of free parking. A wonderful park like atmosphere and great site lines in the game stadium. It's a must attend...location.
7. Horseshoe Park & Equestrian Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
This majestic event facility, located in the Phoenix metropolitan area, provides ample opportunity for events of both the English and Western equestrian persuasion, as well as home shows, RV and car shows, concerts and weddings.Horseshoe Park is home to a number of prestigious organizations including the Arizona Cutting Horse Association, Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association, Arizona Reining Horse Association, Hershberger Performance Horse Sale and Joan Usher Barrel Horse Racing.
Reviewed By urbanguy - Richmond, United States
This is the first horse show that I've ever been to. Granddaughter from Denver qualified to be a competitor, so we went. The mountains in the background are beautiful The inside, covered, facility hosted the barrel races, which we watched for a while. The riders were great. The outdoor facility was equally good. There you faced east, with the afternoon sun at our backs......very nice.
8. Gila River Arena
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 556 reviews
Reviewed By 618janet - Charleston, United States
We had a really good time watching hockey here. Food was fine, parking $$$ but easily accessible. Lots of energy in the stadium.
9. WestWorld of Scottsdale
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 156 reviews
Reviewed By 243weronikak
Almost 2500 horses and no problem with logistics. The facility is overwhelming, it is must see for every horse lover!
10. Hohokam Stadium
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By michaellN977TZ
Food was above average for ball park (a little pricey). Loved they would like you bring outside food in except drinks. Staff helpful and friendly. Closest thing to Wrigley for me.
