Places to visit 

 Phoenix, AZ

As one of America's largest cities, you'll find attractions of all kinds in Greater Phoenix: dining, nightlife, the outdoors and more fill every nook and cranny of your metro.

Camelback Mountain

The panoramic view from the "hump" of this iconic landmark, named for its resemblance to a kneeling camel, is worth scaling its two tricky trails, Echo Canyon and Cholla.

Papago Park

The park is also a popular center for recreation, including lots in the seven-acre stocked lagoon that lies at the base of Papago's Buttes.

South Mountain Park and Preserve

The skyline views and Sonoran Desert flora aren't the park's only perks. Keep a lookout for ancient petroglyphs carved into the rocks.

Musical Instrument Museum

The Musical Instrument Museum tunes you into thousands of instrument sounds with a headset that syncs seamlessly as you move through its galleries.

Desert Botanical Garden 

The Musical Instrument Museum tunes you into thousands of instrument sounds with a headset that syncs seamlessly as you move through its galleries.

Taliesin West 

Tours of Taliesin West , Frank Lloyd Wright's winter home, offer insight on how the masterful architect was inspired by the desert surroundings.

Phoenix Zoo

One of the nation's largest nonprofit zoos is home to more than 1,400 animals.

Heard Museum

Through art and cultural objects, the museum’s ongoing exhibition tell the stories of native people of the Southwest, from early history to powerful memories of boarding schools.

Phoenix Art Museum 

The Southwest's largest fine art museum features a collection of contemporary work and global masterpieces.

Roosevelt Row

The creative beat of the city's urban heart is in Roosevelt Row, home to galleries, mural-splashed business walls and a monthly art walk.

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