Explore Arizona
Things to do, dining, events, hikes, spas and every season across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Phoenix, Fountain Hills, Cave Creek and the rest of the Valley, from our local team.
Hikes · Year-round
The Best Hikes in Scottsdale and Phoenix
Camelback, Pinnacle Peak, Tom's Thumb and the Gateway Loop, with trail lengths, parking tips and the heat rules every visitor should know.
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Activities · Year-round
Old Town Scottsdale: A Walkable Guide
Thursday ArtWalk, Western Spirit museum, wine tasting rooms and a 1958 ice cream parlor, all in about one square mile.
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Activities · Day trips
The Best Day Trips from Scottsdale
Sedona, Jerome, the Grand Canyon, Tucson and the desert lakes, with honest drive times and planning tips.
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Activities · Families
Scottsdale with Kids: The Family Fun Guide
Sharks, butterflies, $3 train rides and easy desert trails, plus tips for keeping little ones cool.
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Activities · Golf
Golf in Scottsdale: Public Courses Worth the Trip
TPC Scottsdale, Troon North, Grayhawk, Papago and Wildfire, plus when to play and how to book.
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Spas · Year-round
The Best Spas in Scottsdale and Paradise Valley
Hammam circuits, desert bathing and rooftop pools, and how to turn one treatment into a full day of rest.
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Events · February and March
The Arizona Spring Training Ballpark Guide
All 10 Cactus League ballparks, which teams play where, and how far each is from Scottsdale.
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City guides · Paradise Valley
Paradise Valley, Arizona: A Visitor's Guide
Mountain views, historic resorts, Cosanti wind bells and El Chorro sticky buns, between Scottsdale and Phoenix.
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City guides · Fountain Hills and Cave Creek
Fountain Hills and Cave Creek: The Valley's Wild Side
A record-setting fountain, real dark skies, cowboy saloons and trails with ancient rock art.
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Dining · Year-round
Iconic Restaurants and Patios in Scottsdale and Phoenix
Pizzeria Bianco, El Chorro, the Sugar Bowl and the patios locals actually book, with tips for getting a table.
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Events · November 2026
Scottsdale Peak Season 2027
Barrett-Jackson, the WM Phoenix Open and spring training: 2027 dates, venues and how to plan a trip around them.
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Weather · Year-round
Scottsdale Weather by Month
Average highs, lows and rainy days for every month, and the best times to hike, swim and visit.
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