J.’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Taliesin West
Frank Lloyd Wrights winter compound and workshop/design center.
The Musical Instrument Museum is located in Phoenix, Arizona. Opened in April 2010, it is the largest museum of its type in the world. The collection of over 15,000 musical instruments and associated objects includes examples from nearly 200 countries and territories, representing every inhabited continent.
This is so much more than just looking at musical instruments. Founded by the former CEO of Target.
652 locals recommend
Musical Instrument Museum
4725 E Mayo BlvdThe Musical Instrument Museum is located in Phoenix, Arizona. Opened in April 2010, it is the largest museum of its type in the world. The collection of over 15,000 musical instruments and associated objects includes examples from nearly 200 countries and territories, representing every inhabited continent.
This is so much more than just looking at musical instruments. Founded by the former CEO of Target.
Heard Museum
2301 N Central AveNative American Art
Saguaro Lake
Closest Lake
Cave Creek
Western Flair, popular destination for motorcycle riders.
A tourist town that has been a victim of its success. Started as a small artsy town, evolved into a commerce driven place. Still a great place to visit for the views and for its unique location. Avoid going on a weekend.
476 locals recommend
Jerome
A tourist town that has been a victim of its success. Started as a small artsy town, evolved into a commerce driven place. Still a great place to visit for the views and for its unique location. Avoid going on a weekend.
If you want a great view over the Valley of the Sun, go to the Four Seasons Hotel lobby bar and grill in the evening, preferably on the outside patio.
18 locals recommend
Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale
10600 E Crescent Moon DrIf you want a great view over the Valley of the Sun, go to the Four Seasons Hotel lobby bar and grill in the evening, preferably on the outside patio.
Classic Car Auction
Barrett-Jackson Auction Company LLC
15555 N 79th PlHiking
Gateway Trailhead - McDowell Sonoran Preserve
18333 N Thompson Peak PkwySedona
World class scenery, great hiking trails
Food scene
Great Happy Hour, and all day HH on Saturdays and Sundays. Good food.
23 locals recommend
Ling & Louie's Asian Bar and Grill
9397 East Shea BoulevardGreat Happy Hour, and all day HH on Saturdays and Sundays. Good food.
Hopdoddy Burger Bar
11055 N Scottsdale RdGreat beers and burgers, go for the Happy Hour
The Vig McCormick Ranch
7345 N Vía Paseo Del SurInteresting menu, large selection of beer on tab. Food prices are on the upper end and portions are small. Good for Happy Hour.
The Mick Brasserie
9719 N Hayden RdInteresting menu, large selection of beer on tab. Food prices are on the upper end and portions are small. Good for Happy Hour.
One of the largest selections of beer on tap. Located in Scottsdale Old Town.
70 locals recommend
CRAFT 64
6922 E Main StOne of the largest selections of beer on tap. Located in Scottsdale Old Town.
U.S. Egg Brunch Restaurant North Scottsdale
7119 E Shea BlvdGood for breakfast.
Middle to Upper end French restaurant, food is very good, nice selection of wines.
Voila French Bistro
10135 E Vía LindaMiddle to Upper end French restaurant, food is very good, nice selection of wines.
The "poor" cousin of Sedona. Nice and vibrant downtown, interesting restaurants and wine bars, great for an intro to the AZ wine scenery .
100 locals recommend
Cottonwood
The "poor" cousin of Sedona. Nice and vibrant downtown, interesting restaurants and wine bars, great for an intro to the AZ wine scenery .