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
What to do and see in Central Arizona, Central Arizona: The Best Auto Race Tracks
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. Rusty Wallace Racing Experience
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By cactusdad - Gilbert, United States
A couple of things to be aware of. 1) Cars break down and you may have a wait. our 11AM class didn't drive until 1PM need patience. 2) If you are a large person over say 6'-1" or have a large belly, forget it. You will NOT be able to squeeze in the window to get in the car. They are helpful and try to give you what info they can in a short time. It was a great time and if you like to go fast and challenge yourself, you will have a blast.
2. Phoenix International Raceway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 195 reviews
Since 1964, Phoenix International Raceway has been the premier motorsports venue in the Southwest. Founded as an open-wheel racing mecca, PIR was proud to host the Desert Diamond West Valley Phoenix Grand Prix Verizon IndyCar Series race under the lights in April. Phoenix is the only track in the West to feature two NASCAR Sprint Cup Series weekends a year, beginning with the Good Sam 500 race weekend in March. The schedule is anchored by the upcoming Can-Am 500 race weekend in November, the semifinal race in the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup after which the field will be reduced to the final four championship contenders.
Reviewed By drewaspark - Canada, null
Went saw a NASCAR race on March 08,2020; and WOW, what great race & place to it; it was our 1st time to see a NASCAR race. The smell of fuel being burnt, smell of rubber & noise, yep it was absolutely awesome!!! Make sure to bring along ear plugs or ear muffs, cause its LOUD!!! We went with friends & they had reserved headsets & radios (good thing, I just totally forgot about being along ear plugs) too listen in on the commentators & drivers during a race. We were blessed in the UpGrade to video monitors instead of the radios; this way you see what you'd had missed during the race and see the replay on the video monitors. I advise anyone going to a NASCAR race to spend the extra money and get the headsets & specially the video monitors. We were told by friends that the ISM Raceway had been just recently renovated; not sure what the place looked like before, but whatever they did for improvements they definitely did a good job. As for as venues; each stand exit had venues near by. I can't speak for the food, but for the beer, it was Sold in King Cans, the domestic beers were $12, didn't think this was all that bad. Anyway the experience was AWESOME & the beer was great!!!
3. Octane Raceway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 274 reviews
America's Best Kart Racing! Octane Raceway features a 1/3 mile indoor/outdoor track, 45+ mph karts, Velocity VR, Brickyard Bar & Grill, mini-bowling, arcade, and event rooms. Corporate events and private parties from 10 - 500.
Reviewed By U1372KGfrankh - Tempe, United States
Octane raceway is an awesome way to start your day or let off some steam. Food Drinks Games and Go kart track racing⛽????
4. K1 Speed Phoenix
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 75 reviews
K1 Speed offers a fun, exciting thing to do in Phoenix, AZ that delivers an unforgettable experience for friends, families, and businesses. Each location features fast indoor electric go karts, a professionally-designed track, state-of-the-art safety barriers, private meeting rooms, an arcade, and an onsite cafe that offers food and drinks. This makes K1 Speed the best entertainment venue & event venue in the area, and a great spot for a fun date night idea, family fun, social outings, team building, corporate events, company parties, birthday parties, bachelor or bachelorette parties, and more.
Reviewed By PrincessCandyEmpires - Scottsdale, United States
My friend, Mike, and I were talking about fun things to do and he suggested we try K1 Speed. K1 SPEED K1 Speed is electric indoor go kart racing that is known for high performance 20hp electric karts that can reach speeds approaching 45mph and the professionally designed tracks with a high-grip racing surface which allow maximum speed through the corners. K1 Speed originally started in Carlsbad, California, by race car driver Boris Said III in 2003. K1 Speed is now in 14 states and Mexico. K1 Speed is off of 24th Street and I-17 and is slightly confusing to find behind the local industrial neighborhood. It helped that we had a map and GPS. THE STORY After registering and paying, we had a bit of a wait, but we did come at peak hours, so it wasn't completely surprising. Then we were called for a safety briefing and got to get into the karts. Once everyone was ready to go, we were off! Then it's up to you! I started to feel my adrenaline flowing right away with the rush of racing and focused on going as fast as I could without spinning out. CONCLUSION K1 Speed is a lot of fun! I was addicted after the first lap and would definitely go back! 5/5 HIGHLY RECOMMEND OF NOTE *There are social media discounts, including a Yelp Check-In Offer: $5 Off An Arrive & Drive Race *Packages available for corporate events and private parties. *There is plenty of parking out front. *HOURS Mon - Thurs: 12pm-10pm Fri: 11am-12am Sat: 10am-12am Sun: 10am-10pm
5. Arizona Speedway
6. Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By CherokeeN9444W - Seville, United States
Normally the 2nd NHRA event of the season, 90% of the time great weather, super clean track, with great seating, the food is everywhere, the pit areas are large and well organized, and always a friendly staff who go out of their way to help make each visitor, & competitor and there teams big or small feel like they are at there home track. Always Fun & exciting!!
7. Canyon Speedway Park
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 9 reviews
