Scottsdale
Scottsdale has come a long way from the “West’s most Western Town” moniker bestowed upon it in the early 1900s. Now, known as a luxury destination with fine dining, excellent shopping, museums, galleries and some of the valley’s top-rated golfing, this town offers residents and visitors alike a plethora of things to do. Scottsdale hosts many golfing communities, great neighborhoods and a diverse landscape, whether you want to live the city life or in the rural desert there is a lifestyle to fit anyone.
Favorite Things to do:
- Taliesin West
- MacDonald’s Ranch
- Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West
- Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
- Desert Botanical Gardens
- Off Road Jeep Adventures
- Rainbow Riders Hot Air Balloon Rides
- Fashion Square Mall
- Old Town district
Favorite Restaurants:
- Andreoti Italian Grocer
- Café Monarch
- Citizen Public House
- Hush Public House
- Merkin Vineyards
- The Mission
- Mowry & Cotton
- Zinc Bistro
- Zuzu @ Hotel Valley Ho
Favorite Local Events:
- Arizona Indian Festival April
- Barrett-Jackson Car Auction March
- Western Week April
- Waste Management Phoenix Open February