Canopy by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town

One of the world’s major art centers, Scottsdale is a place where its exciting array of visual arts, discerning fashion, leading interior design firms, unique retail and renowned restaurants combine to form the Scottsdale Arts District! Located in Downtown Scottsdale along Main Street and Marshall Way, the Scottsdale Arts District boasts some of the country’s finest art galleries in an exciting and walkable environment. For a true art lover, the exhibition of artists from around the globe who work in all mediums, styles and subjects is an exhilarating experience. And, don’t forget about ArtWalk! Did you know the Scottsdale Arts District ArtWalk is the oldest continuous art walk in the country? Every Thursday night from 7-9 pm galleries throw open their doors in what has become Scottsdale’s favorite fine art experience! Interwoven with the art galleries, you can find one of a kind high end fashion and clothing boutiques, world class jewelers and some very interesting independent retailers. Take advantage of master craftsmanship and industry expertise by including these venues on your Scottsdale Arts District tour! Want to see the latest trends in the world of high end interior design? Well, the Scottsdale Arts District is home to an impressive group of some of the top interior design firms in the country—several of whom have must-visit showrooms. Many of the finest homes and businesses in the United States and abroad have been steered through the interior design process by these industry leaders. Of course, all of the great places to visit and experience tend to make one need a little break. No worries! The Scottsdale Arts District is home to more than just a few of the top restaurants in the state who offer diverse selections for even the most ardent connoisseur of fine cuisine. While the Scottsdale Arts District is comprised of many high end leaders in fine art, fashion and design, interior design and retail, there are plenty of things to do for everyone! One can visit the brand new Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) or take a stroll through the halls of the famous Scottsdale Artists’ School where professional artists from around the globe come to take classes. Numerous public art installations and native plants offer plenty of photo opportunities and, of course, the weather is pretty nice quite often too!

Enjoy this 2.6-mile point-to-point trail near Paradise Valley, Arizona. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 11 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are October through May.

The McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park is operated by the city of Scottsdale’s Parks & Recreation Department. The 30 acre park, located in the heart of Scottsdale, Arizona, is the most unique park of its kind in the country. Take a ride on the Paradise & Pacific Railroad and the 1950-vintage Allan Herschell carousel. Visit a variety of shops and museums, play on our one-of-a-kind playgrounds or play areas, or just relax in the grass under a tree in Scottsdale’s most beautiful park.

he Scottsdale Historical Society provides support for the Little Red School house located on Scottsdale Mall. The mission of the Scottsdale Historical Museum is to present, preserve, and interpret through research, exhibits, and educational programming, the prehistory, history, and cultural heritage of Scottsdale and the Southwest

Located in the middle of historic Old Town, Scottsdale Stadium sits on the corner of Osborn Rd and Drinkwater Blvd. This venue, built in 1955 and updated throughout the years, serves as the Spring Training home for the San Francisco Giants in February and March. As the centerpiece to a vibrant downtown, Scottsdale Stadium is a crowd favorite each Spring as evidenced by its capacity crowds. Scottsdale Stadium is the most unique venue in all of the Cactus League simply because of its old school charm. As one of the larger venues in the Cactus League with a capacity of 12,000, fans are treated to the best venue to watch a game as the intimate seating brings them closer to the action than they've ever been. When you find yourself visiting the Valley of the Sun, make a point to catch a game at Scottsdale Stadium. It truly is the diamond of dreams.

Taliesin West is a World Heritage site and National Historic Landmark nestled in the desert foothills of the McDowell Mountains in Scottsdale, Arizona. Wright’s beloved winter home and desert laboratory was established in 1937 and diligently handcrafted over many years. Deeply connected to the desert from which it was forged, Taliesin West possesses an almost prehistoric grandeur. It was built and maintained almost entirely by Wright and his apprentices, making it among the most personal of the architect’s creations. Taliesin West is open to the public and offers a broad range of experiences.

Think the desert is all dirt and tumbleweeds? Think again. Desert Botanical Garden is home to thousands of species of cactus, trees and flowers from all around the world spread across 55 acres in Phoenix, Arizona.