Sightseeing in Phoenix is enjoyable because this city has warm and dry year-round weather. You can find an assortment of fun things to do in the capital of Arizona because it is the most populous city in the state. Here’s some of our favorites:

 

Look At the Scenic Views In a Desert

Phoenix is located next to the Sonoran Desert, so if you have never seen a desert landscape, then you will enjoy a visit to this area that has scenic views of the McDowell Mountains along with photo opportunities near huge saguaro cactuses. A trip to this desert can lead to seeing an assortment of wildlife such as eagles, mountain lions and Gila monsters. We recommend bringing along binoculars so that you can see birds and other animals from a distance.

 

 

Go On a Tour Of the Local Art Museums and Historic Buildings

After a hot day in the desert, additional sightseeing in Phoenix is available in the city by visiting historic buildings and art museums. Some of the indoor places to visit in this city include:

 

 

Learn More About the National Monuments and Other Areas for Phoenix sightseeing

By the next day, you will want to spend time outside in Phoenix while going on a tour of the national monuments and other areas of interest in the city. Here are some of the best places to visit on a tour in this city:

  • Organ Pipe Cactus National Forest

  • Montezuma’s Well

  • Lost Dutchman State Park

  • Casa Grande Ruins National Park

  • Arcosanti

  • Aqua Fria National Monument

 

Don’t forget to take advantage of the other sightseeing opportunities in Phoenix at locations such as the local zoo or the botanical gardens. Make sure to visit these great places in this city:

  • South Mountain Park

  • Wrigley Mansion

  • St. Mary’s Basilica

  • Mystery Castle

  • Hole in the Rock

  • Camelback Mountain

  • Tovrea Castle

  • Arizona State Fair

  • Matsuri

 

 

Sports Venues in Phoenix

If you prefer sports, then Phoenix has several sport venues to visit, including basketball, baseball and football arenas.

 

 

Enjoy Outdoor Activities In the Capital Of Arizona

When you want to spend more time outside, there are vacation rentals available near the city’s recreational areas or local parks. At these locations, you can go hiking, swimming or horseback riding in addition to cycling and camping. You can travel to this city by air, private vehicles or on a bus, and it is easy to travel throughout the city while you are visiting.