Location: Camelback East
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Things to do in Phoenix, Arizona (AZ): The Best Sights & Landmarks
Nearly perfect year-round weather and several impeccably designed championship courses have made Phoenix one of the top golf destinations in the world. But there's more to this mild-mannered metropolis than pristine greens and tee times. The greater Phoenix area also offers visitors an array of impressive cultural attractions. Visit the internationally renowned Heard Museum for an in-depth look at Native American history or peruse the fine collection at the Phoenix Museum of Art. Enjoy a ballet performance at the ornate Orpheum Theater or or catch a concert at the state-of-the-art Comerica Theatre. In addition to golf, the city offers access to numerous outdoor endeavors including rock climbing, hot-air ballooning, desert jeep tours and more. Family-friendly attractions, first-rate shopping, dining and entertainment, and spectacular recreational activities make Phoenix a must-visit destination.
Restaurants in Phoenix
1. Wrigley Mansion
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 536 reviews
Reviewed By B0lder - Bothell, United States
Wife and I ended week long trip to Phoenix/Scottsdale area with a tour and afternoon high tea at Wrigley Mansion. Neither events disappointed! There was complimentary valet parking which we took advantage of. There are currently three offering of tour times; 10, 11 and noon. It’s reasonably priced and our group size was 6 plus the guide. Shout out to our guide, Kirsten, as she was animated in her presentation and talked about not only the history of the mansion but also some great stories about the Wrigley and Hormel families. We loved it! The hour went by very fast. After the tour we stuck around the mansion to soak up the atmosphere and for their afternoon tea. I think reservations are required and servings are only Thursday and Friday but check with the facility website for more details. Kenny and Landon did a great job of serving up a lovely 3 course afternoon tea of finger sandwiches, scones and deserts. You can choose your tea from an extensive list or they can pair your tea with the food course to get the best result. Food and tea were top notch and service was friendly and knowledgeable. During our tea we enjoyed wonderful piano playing on a one of a kind Steinway player piano from an amazing local talent, Mark DeCozio. If you want to know more about that piano you just have to go on the tour! It’s an interesting story and it still works as a player piano. Mark played beautifully and definitely added to the enjoyment of our experience. The one negative to the whole experience was the construction project of a new restaurant at the front of the facility. That sort of thing doesn’t really bother us but I do mention it as it might bother some. It sounds like it will be a remarkable addition to the facility when it’s complete but it definitely mars the view from the front and there is construction noise. Overall, great job Wrigley Mansion staff! Well done. Looking forward to coming back the next time we are in the area to check out your brunch and hopefully the new restaurant.
2. Tovrea Castle At Carraro Heights
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 47 reviews
Tovrea Castle at Carraro Heights is a “Jewel in the Desert” that has intrigued people in the Valley of the Sun for 90 years and is a Phoenix Point of Pride, an Arizona Centennial Legacy Project and on the National Register of Historic Places. Tours are available by reservation and booked months in advance. Check on the website for tour ticket release dates, pricing and more.
Reviewed By 866TaylorB - Chicago, United States
Tovrea Castle at Carraro Heights in Phoenix, Arizona, is a historic structure and landmark that was constructed in a unique three-tier fashion bearing a strong resemblance to a traditional wedding cake. Hence, it was tagged with the nickname, "The Wedding Cake." It reminds me of Longwood plantation in Natchez, Tennessee, the largest octagonal building in the world. Located at 5025 East Van Buren Street, it was built between 1929 and 1931 and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1996. It is named in honor of the original builder, Alessio Carraro, and its second owners, E.A. and Della Tovrea. Built of pine wood and stucco, the castle features historically eclectic and romanticized European architectural influences, including parapets surrounding the roofline of each tier. Originally, it was intended as the centerpiece for a resort and later a private residence. Today, it has become one of Phoenix's most popular tourist attractions. Tickets for guided tours of the grounds, the first floor and basement are in demand. The grounds include the gardens, a greenhouse and many desert species, including 352 saguaro cacti and wildflowers. Currently, the property boasts over 5,000 individual cacti in over 100 different varieties. Start at the visitor's center, where you will learn of the history of the castle. At night, it is lit by LED and incandescent light bulbs distributed along the roofs and fences, making the structure highly visible from surrounding areas, including drivers along the nearby highway.
3. Phoenix Municipal Stadium
4. Chinese Cultural Center
5. Ice Chalet
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 3 reviews
