Phoenix is the Valley of the Sun in Arizona, a sprawling desert city offering year-round warmth, world-class golf, and stunning Sonoran Desert landscapes. Camelback Mountain hikes, the Desert Botanical Garden, and a thriving food scene make it a top winter destination.
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Top spots in Phoenix
Heard Museum
Exhibits devoted to Native American civilizations, including a big collection of Southwestern art.
Phoenix Zoo
125 acres of animal exhibits, including a children's area & petting zoo, plus a narrated tram ride.
Phoenix Art Museum
Expansive collection of acclaimed international art from the distant past to the present.
Desert Botanical Garden
Desert garden with 50,000 plants spread over 140 acres, also offering dining, a gift shop & library.
Arizona Capitol Museum
Restored circa-1901 capitol now offers a peek into old statehouse chambers & the governor's office.
Hole in the Rock
Landmark rock formation with multiple cavelike holes in the sandstone created by erosion.
Heritage & Science Park
A collection of historic homes & buildings, with history & science museums, plus restaurants.
Dobbins Lookout
Scenic observation point with an elevation of 2,330 feet, accessible by hiking or driving.
Papago Park
Expansive hiking & picnicking area that includes the Phoenix Zoo & famed Hole-in-the-Rock formation.
Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix
3.5-acre Japanese stroll garden with a tea garden, a teahouse, a 12-foot waterfall & a koi pond.