Phoenix

.; FAA LID: SDL around miles 20 north in Scottsdale, AZ via US 51. It's one of the busiest single-runway airports in the United States, and Signature Flight Support and Ross Aviation operate the two private terminals. Glendale Municipal Airport FAA LID: GEU just west of the AZ-101 Loop and south of West Northern Ave, around miles 7 west of Glendale’s central business neighborhood in Maricopa County, AZ - . Categorized as a general aviation reliever airport and able to accommodate most size aircraft. Phoenix Goodyear Airport IATA Flight Code: GYR, formerly known as Goodyear Municipal Airport to the southwest in Goodyear, AZ, just south of I-10 and just west of the Agua Fria River. The airport is not served by any airlines, and is home to several aircraft maintenance and commercial pilot training companies. Lux Air operates the airport's only FBO. Web:

Falcon Field IATA Flight Code: MSC}}; FAA LID: Opening Hours: Tuesday - Sunday 10AM Monday - 3PM Adults $5, student/senior/military $3, under 12 free Japanese-style garden with koi pond and tea house. Closed in the summer due to heat.

Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve - 3711 West Deer Valley Rd. 33.6772429, -112.1527 ☎ +1 623 582-8007 - $7 adults, $4 seniors and students, $3 children (ages 6-12), children 5 and under are free features a museum and visitor center dedicated to the preservation of historic petroglyphs and pictographs at the base of Hedgpeth Hills. A must see for geologists and archaeologists.

Cityscape - One East Washington ☎ +1 480-947-7772 Mixed use urban project which includes retail, shopping and entertainment such as a pub, comedy club, bowling alley and various restaurants. From late November through early January there is a holiday ice skating rink called Cityskate which has an admission fee ($12 to $15 which includes skate rental), nightly lightshows from 7 to 10PM and a 36 foot tall Christmas tree.

FilmBar - 815 n 2nd Street ☎ +1 602-595-9187 | Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 5PM Monday - midnight; Friday 5PM Monday - 2AM; Saturday 1PM Monday - 2AM; Sunday 1PM Monday - midnight $8 A microcinema (70 seats) and lounge for those aged 21 and older showing mostly independent and foreign movies for $8 per ticket. The bar (no entrance fee) has 30 craft soft drinks and 15 soft drinks available. Tickets available online or at the café. In 2012 it was listed as the Best Neighborhood Bar in Downtown Phoenix for 2012.

Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market - 721 North Central Ave Opening Hours: Saturday 8AM Monday - noon; Thursday 5PM Monday - 9PM Farmers market open year round offering fresh produce, prepared food and food trucks.

The Nash - 110 E. Roosevelt Street ☎ +1 602 795-0464 Venue which hosts live jazz music a few nights every week. Check website for exact event schedule and cost (cover varies from $5 to $15). BYOB-corkage fee of $5 for bottle of and $1 for bottle of soft drinks. Listed as Best Jazz Joint in 2013 by the Phoenix New Times.

Rainbow Ryders Hot Air Balloon Rides - 5601 Eagle Rock Ave NE +1-877-771-0776 Scenic hot air balloon rides daily in Phoenix and Scottsdale.

Arizona Grand Spa - 8000 South Arizona Grand Pkwy ☎ +1 602 431-6484 | Opening Hours: 9AM Monday - 8PM Rejuvenate your mind, body & soul with a wide variety of spa treatments from this spa. Services include a salon, relaxing body treatments, hydrating facials, & “just for kids” treatments.

Outdoor recreation

Camelback Mountain wts - The view from Camelback Mountain

Camelback Mountain | 33.52151, -111.97386 E McDonald Dr at Tatum Blvd ☎ +1 602 256-3220 The most recognizable landmark of the area, Camelback Mountain rises to 2,704 ft (824 m) at its summit. It sits between Phoenix to the south and Paradise Valley to the North. The lower areas of the mountain contain some of the most exclusive residences in the Valley, with the upper sections now part of a park. There are very challenging and difficult hiking trails to the summit that are not recommended for any but experienced hikers. As well, parking near the mountain is extremely limited. The mountain consists of red rock, and is in the general shape of a camel's silhouette. A rock formation on the mountain is known as Praying Monk. The park also contains Echo Canyon.

Piestewa Peak - 2701 E Squaw Peak Ln or 2421 E Northern Ave 33.54767, -112.02109 ☎ +1 602 262-7901 | Opening Hours: 5AM Monday - 10PM (Dreamy Draw Park), 11PM (Phoenix Mountains Park) In the middle of Phoenix lies Phoenix Mountains Park. The park offers a strenuous one to two hour hike to the top of Piestewa Peak, offering fantastic 360° views of the city and its surrounding environment. The other well known mountain in the area (Camelback Mountain being the most well known) and the peak was formerly known as "Squaw Peak" prior to being renamed in honor of Army Spc. Lori Ann Piestewa who was the first Native American woman killed in combat in the U.S. Military in 2003. Due to the name change visitors will find references to the peak under both names (for instance and the road leading to the park on the south side of the mountain still has the prior name). This mountain, whose summit rises to 2,608 ft (817 m), is much more accessible to visitors than is Camelback Mountain. Picnic areas exist both on the south side of the mountain (Phoenix Mountains Park entrance on Squaw Peak Ln) and the north side (Dreamy Draw Park, entrance via Northern Ave). Especially during the hot summer months (up to 110-115°F/43°C in the afternoon), use caution and bring lots of water and a hat. There is no shade and parts of the trail can be quite steep and rocky. The Park also has several picnic areas.

North Mountain - 7th Street north of Peoria Ave 33.58904, -112.06518 Entrance on 7th St, north of Peoria Ave and south of Thunderbird Road ☎ +1 602 262-7901 | Opening Hours: 5AM to 7PM free Picnic areas, hiking trails, excellent view of the city from above. An oasis of desert inside the city limits.

South Mountain Park - 33.34506, -112.05872 - South Mountain Park and Preserve is the largest municipal park in the United States. With more than 16,000 acres, it has 51 miles of trails for horseback riding, hiking and mountain biking. By driving up the scenic Summit Road to Dobbins Lookout, you will be treated to spectacular views of metropolitan Phoenix area.

Ben Avery Shooting Facility - 4044 West Black Canyon Blvd 33.80381, -112.14482 Take I-17 North to Exit 224 Carefree Highway (AZ 74). The facility is on the North side of the road just after the interstate ☎ +1 623 582-8313 - $7 adult all-day pass, 18 and under free The largest outdoor shooting facility in the nation. The favorable weather provides excellent year-round conditions for shooting. Eye protection is required; ear protection is recommended.

Oasis Water Park - Opening Hours: Hours vary by season

Golf

Arizona Grand Golf Course - 8000 South Arizona Grand Pkwy 33.37151, -111.97329 ☎ +1 602 431-6480 Awarded the Four-Star Award by Golf Digest, Arizona Grand Golf Course is one of the most challenging golf courses in the Phoenix area and blends desert target golf with traditional links.

Arizona Biltmore Golf Course 33.51907, -112.02165

Performing Arts in Phoenix

Phoenix Symphony - 455 North 3rd Street 33.44893, -112.07059 ☎ +1 602 495-1999 The city's classical and pops orchestra, presenting a 25-week season of concerts.

Arizona Opera - 4600 North 12th Street ☎ +1 602 266-7464 Presenting a season of five grand opera productions, with emphasis on Verdi, Puccini, and Mozart.

Arizona Theatre Company - 33.45086, -112.07076 - Professional theater in downtown Phoenix's Herberger theater complex.

Mesa Arts Center - 1 E Main St, Mesa ☎ +1 480 644-6500 Contemporary art displays and studios. Home of the Southwest Shakespeare Company and the Mesa Symphony Orchestra.

Phoenix Theatre - 100 E. McDowell Ave 33.46661, -112.07286 Corner of McDowell and Central Ave ☎ +1 602-889-5286 | Opening Hours: 10AM - 5PM $62 Professional theatre in an intimate setting. New Works Festival in July.

Sports

Unfortunately professional sports events are pricing themselves out of the pocket of the average traveler. There are still $12.50 seats at the Diamondbacks games, not available until 2 hours before the game. Definitely not the best seats, but worth visiting the downtown Phoenix ballpark.

Spring Training Cactus League is a great way to see baseball players. Very relaxed and affordable. Games are in different locations in Mesa, Peoria, and Phoenix.

The Cardinals stadium is worth a visit, as it looks like a giant spaceship by the side of the freeway.

Chase Field - Arizona Diamondbacks' swimming pool

Arizona Diamondbacks - 7th Street and Jefferson 33.44548, -112.06681 ☎ +1 602 514-8400 - You can get really decent tickets for $12.50 Take in a Baseball in the United States|baseball game at the unique Chase Field (often called "The BOB", from its former name of Bank One Ballpark). It has a capacity of 49,033, with a retractable roof, air conditioning, and a swimming swimmingpool available for rental.

Phoenix Suns - 201 E Jefferson Street 33.44596, -112.07117 Take light rail to 3rd Street/Washington or 3rd Street/Jefferson station +1-800-4NBA-TIX Tickets start at $25 Very popular NBA team featuring players such as Eric Bledsoe and Brandon Knight. The Suns play at Talking Stick Resort Arena which is near a light railway station.

The Arizona Cardinals of the American football|NFL, and the Arizona Coyotes of the NHL, play in neighboring Glendale (Arizona) | Glendale.

Phoenix Mercury | 201 E Jefferson Street - Very popular WNBA team. Shares Talking Stick Resort Arena with the Suns.

Cactus League Spring Training Baseball - Phoenix and Surrounding Cities - Annually February - March the Phoenix Metropolitan Area hosts 15 Major League Baseball teams for their spring training activities and exhibition games. A great way to spend the afternoon on a beautiful Arizona Spring day.

Arizona State Sunday Devils - Sunday Devil Stadium, 500 E Veterans Way, Tempe ☎ +1 480 727-0000 +1-888-786-3857 Opening Hours: Monday–Friday 9AM Monday - 5PM The teams representing Arizona State University, competing in the Pac-12 Conference alongside other major universities throughout the western third of the nation. Most of the athletic facilities are on campus, with the best-known being Sunday Devil Stadium (football) and Wells Fargo Arena (basketball). Tickets are often more affordable than those for professional sports.

Grand Canyon Antelopes - GCU Arena, 330 West Camelback Road 33.51014, -112.12894 ☎ +1 602 639-8979 +1-877-552-7362 The teams representing Grand Canyon University, competing in the Western Athletic Conference. The Antelopes, who don't have a football team, have now completed a transition to NCAA Division I sports. As with ASU, most of GCU's athletic facilities are on campus. In the last year or so and the GCU student section, known as the Havocs, has developed a reputation as one of the loudest and most energetic in American college sports.

Events

Phoenix Festival of the Arts - Margaret T. Hance Park, 1202 N. 3rd Street - Free admission A 3-day festival in December held at Margaret T. Hance Park in downtown Phoenix that features local artists and exhibitors selling art, a community mural, food trucks, performances on 2 stages and a organic juice and garden.

Real, Wild and Woody Beer Festival - Phoenix Convention Center (South Building), 33 South 3rd Street - Annual organic juice festival hosted by Arizona Craft Brewers Guild in downtown Phoenix with more than 50 local brewers offering local and unusual soft drinks. There is an admission fee ($57 for 2023) which includes attendance to the event, 20 organic juice sampling tickets and food samples. An event for those aged 21 and older.

First Fridays Artwalk | Roosevelt between Central Avenue and Seventh Street - On the first Friday of every month, hundreds of local art galleries, venues, and retail outlets open up free to the public. This local tradition has been going strong since 1994 and has become the largest art walk in the United States. A great place to see and be seen. (Parking at Burton Barr library for First Friday is forbidden, and parking is difficult to obtain nearby. Consider taking the light rail.)

Phoenix Film Festival - 7000 E Mayo Blvd, Scottsdale - Phoenix Film Festival - The celebration takes place annually (April) in the city of Phoenix, Arizona. The festival began as a showcase for feature films made for under $1 million and short films made for under $50,000, however, it is quickly climbing its way into elite status in the film circuit due to its first class treatment of filmmakers.

Arizona Matsuri - Heritage and Science Park at 7th St/Monroe - Annual festival each spring in downtown Phoenix celebrating Japanese culture. Martial arts, taiko drumming, bonsai, cosplay, food, fashion, music, and more.

PF Changs Rock n'Roll Marathon - Rural and Rio Solado Pkwy 202 Fwy E, Priest Exit[S, Rio Solado [W, Parking 2 mi Opening Hours: 7:45AM marathon start, 8:15AM half-marathon start Annual moving mass of humanity (17 Jan 2010) for the PF Changs Rock N'Roll half-marathon (23,000 in 2009), and marathon (6,500 in 2009). Bands at every mile. Big party in the evening of the marathon. Starts in Phoenix (Washington St/7th Ave) and weaves through Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tempe to finish in the ASU athletic center. Pretty flat course, reasonable crowd support. Expo in Phoenix Convention Center, Monroe/3rd St.

Ford Ironman Arizona - Tempe Beach Park, Rio Solado Pkwy - Swim (2.4 mi)/Bike (112 mi)/Run (26.2 mi) same as Ironman in Kona Hawaii. Entry ($425 limited to 1,500) imfeasible to get unless sponsored by a charity, contestant in previous year, or part of race crew.

Fiesta Bowl - State Farm Stadium, Glendale, AZ 99th Ave/Maryland - One of the 4 big college football bowls. Played at the $430m State Farm Stadium (looks like a giant spaceship with a retractable playing field). Parade on Saturday before bowl at 11AM start at Central Ave/Bethany Home in Phoenix is always quite spectacular and free.

Phoenix Open | TPC Scottsdale, Bell Road Loop 101 Fwy (Pima Road), Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd E Opening Hours: Noon-dark Phoenix Open Golf tournament in February draws a lot of big-name players. Big party atmosphere at the 16th hole. Lots of happenings in the evening at the Birds Nest.

Avondale World Fest - Civic Center Amphitheater | 11465 West Civic Center Dr ☎ +1 623 478-3050 Annual cultural festival taking place in September.

Carnival of Illusion - Magic, Mystery & Oooh La La | 2400 E. Missouri Ave. 33.5239, -112.0226Arizona Biltmore Resort ☎ +1 480-359-7469 | Opening Hours: Fris and Sats at 4:30PM and 7:30PM - National recipients for "Excellence in Magic" Roland Sarlot and Susan Eyed present a Vaudeville-inspired illusion show. Carnival of Illusion is the longest running Arizona theater show in history.

Study in Phoenix

Arizona State University - In the eastern suburb of Tempe, with three branch campuses around the Phoenix metro area, ASU is one of the largest public universities in the U.S. and is noted for its engineering, business, music, and creative writing programs.

Maricopa Community Colleges - Largest system of community colleges in the United States, with 10 campuses in the metro Maricopa County area; numerous community and adult education programs.

Phoenix School of Law - Law school with relatively open admissions policy.

Thunderbird School of Global Management - World famous for being the first and oldest graduate school specializing in international management and global business. Ranked #1 in the world in its field.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Phoenix

Time-honored souvenirs from Phoenix are scorpion bolo ties and saguaro-cactus salt and pepper shakers. Look for them at various gift shops in Terminal 3 and 4 of Sky Harbor the international Airport. These gift shops are also known to stock the ever-popular Cactus Candy and a wide variety of hot sauces.

Bookmans Entertainment Exchange - 8034 North 19th Ave 33.55425, -112.10108 ☎ +1 602-433-0255 | Opening Hours: Daily 9AM Monday - 10PM - This Tucson-based used bookstore chain also carries used CDs, DVDs, video games, etc. There is an electric vehicle charging station and free Wi-Fi, and pets are welcome in the store.

Lawn Gnome Publishing | 905. North Fifth Street ☎ +1 602-682-5825 - Opening from Monday to Saturday 10AM Monday - 10PM, Sunday noon-6PM Used bookstore that specializes in zines in a building from the 1930s which also is a venue for open mic night every Monday from 8PM to 10PM, storytelling every Wednesday from 8 to 10PM, and a variety of other events. Across the street from Lost Leaf café.

Hidden Track Bottle Shop - 111 West Monroe Street, Suite 120 ☎ +1 602 566-7932 - Opening from Monday to Saturday noon-7PM - Boutique store in downtown Phoenix that offer (tasted and selected by owners), Chocolates, Pastas and Snacks. Occasional tastings and delivery (for a fee) of is available. One block from the Van Buren Street light railway station and free covered parking (garage entrance on the west side of the building).

Metrocenter - 9617 North Metro Pkwy West 33.5752, -112.1216 West of I-17 between West Peoria and West Dunlap Opening Hours: Sunday noon-6PM; Monday - West noon-7:30PM; Thursday - Saturday noon-9PM - Retail power center along the I-17 corridor: over 100 stores and restaurants in and around the mall. Anchor stores include a Harkins 12-screen cinema, Sears, and Dillard's. Many smaller retailers and casual dining restaurants are also in the shopping center and the surrounding areas particularly in the northern end of the mall grounds towards West Peoria. There is also a Radisson Hotel in one of the free standing buildings on the north end of the mall grounds too. The mall served as the filming location for the fictional San Dimas Mall in Bill and Teds Excellent Adventure (1989) where the historic characters brought forward in time, ran loose only to cause mayhem and gotten into trouble. It has since been renovated and no longer looks as it did in the film.

The Shops at Norterra - A major retail power center is on I-17 on the north side of Happy Valley Rd. Anchor stores include a Harkins 14-screen cinema, Best Buy, and Dick's Sporting Goods. Many smaller retailers and casual dining restaurants are also in the shopping center.

Town & Country Shopping Center - 20th Street and Camelback Road 33.5076423, -112.0390838 - To the west of Biltmore Fashion Plaza is a mall that has been revamped and in conjunction with the Colonnade, Camelback Center serve as a bustling shopping area for the Camelback corridor. With many shopping and dinning options for both deep pockets and value seekers, nearby hotels, condos, and apartments the area has become an uptown destination or at least the beginning of your night.

Biltmore Fashion Park - 24th Street and Camelback Road 33.5108735, -112.0301306 - Includes many high-end tenants such as Saks Fifth Avenue, Ralph Lauren, Cartier, and Escada; and many highly-acclaimed eateries.

Arizona Hiking Shack - 3244 E Thomas Road, Phoenix, AZ 85018 33.4809309, -112.0131554 ☎ +1 602 944-7723 - Long-running store with clothing, supplies and gear for hiking, camping, climbing and other outdoor activities.

Halal Restaurants in Phoenix

For affordable eats, look out for many 24-hour Mexican food places such as Filiberto's, Raliberto's and other restaurants offer a burrito the size of your forearm for less than $4.

Chicago Hamburger Company - 3749 E Indian School Road ☎ +1 602 955-4137 - Opening from Monday to Saturday 10:30AM Monday - 8PM

"Home of the Original Windy City Slider" is the restaurant's slogan, and the small Burgers (along with larger fare) are found here. A Chicago themed sandwiches shop offering Hot Dogs, sandwiches and even Frito Pie (according to the menu, a former manager from Texas added it to the menu and they've left it on). This place is more what you would expect of a traditional Burgers joint than Delux Burgers (listed below). Delux is when you want something more formal, Chicago Hamburger Company is when you want to grab a traditional Burgers shop-lunch.

Chino Bandido - 15414 N. 19th Ave, Suite K on 19th Ave, just North of Greenway ☎ +1 602 375-3639 | Opening Hours: 11AM Monday - 9PM $5-10 Strange and wonderful fusion of Mexican and Asian cuisine. It can take a little bit of work to understand how to order, so using the online interactive menu ahead of time is useful for first-timers. Ask for a sample spoon if you're not sure about a flavor combination.

Fry Bread House | 1003 E Indian School Road 33.494415, -112.060629 ☎ +1 602-351-2345 | Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 10AM Monday - 7PM, Friday Saturday 10AM Monday - 8PM - Since 1992 this Tohono O'odham owned and operated restaurant has served authentic Native American cuisine, based on family recipes that the restaurant owner learned as a child. Specializes in frybread in all its varieties. Features an all-Native American staff.

Green Restaurant - 2022 North 7th Street 33.470154, -112.065417 ☎ +1 602 258-1870 - Opening from Monday to Saturday 11AM Monday - 9PM - Reputed vegan restaurant. PETA named the secret BBQ Chicken sandwiches as the best faux Chicken sandwiches in the USA.

Matt's Big Breakfast - 825 North 1st Street 33.457456, -112.072303 ☎ +1 602 254-1074 | Opening Hours: Tuesday - Sunday 6:30AM Monday - 2:30PM Very popular breakfast restaurant in downtown Phoenix.

Modern Tortilla - ☎ +1 602 526-5493 - Food truck which turns up at various random events and locations (a calendar is posted on their website). Street tacos, burritos, quesadillas: a mix of southwest culinary roots with classical training.

Tee Pee Mexican Food - 4144 E Indian School Road ☎ +1 602 956-0178 - Opening from Monday to Saturday 11AM Monday - 10PM, Sunday 11AM Monday - 9PM Neighborhood Mexican food restaurant featuring fairly standard Arizona Mexican food fare at reasonable prices.

Alice Cooper'stown - 101 E Jackson Street ☎ +1 602 253-7337 - $10 Alice Cooper themed sports bar with rock music and plenty of merchandise.

Aunt Chilada's Squaw Peak - 7330 N. Dreamy Draw Drive ☎ +1 602 944-1286 | Opening Hours: 11AM Monday - 1AM $8-15 A historic family-run Mexican restaurant that's a popular local hangout. Large patios and beautiful traditional decor, as well as a Palapa and Bocce court. Excellent chips and salsa. Band every Friday night, Sunday open mic night. Breakfast on weekends.

Cherryblossom Noodles Cafe - 914 E Camelback Road 33.509829, -112.060984 ☎ +1 602 248-9090 - An interesting fusion of Japanese and Italian cuisine. One of the only places in the valley to offer an authentic Japanese Calpico, a creamy organic juice with Japanese calpico brand drink mixed with lager soft drinks.

Delux Burgers - 3146 E Camelback Road in Safeway center on Northwest corner of 32nd Street and Camelback Road ☎ +1 602 522-2288 | Opening Hours: 11AM Monday - 2AM An upscale Burgers location, also known for its mini-shopping cart baskets of fries and a wide selection of micro-brews on tap. Has an interesting variety of salads as well as the sandwiches fare. A good place when you want to have informal food but not in a totally informal setting.

The Duce - 525 South Central Avenue ☎ +1 602-866-3823 Large warehouse with vintage design that contains a restaurant (food served from 1965 streamline trailer), soda fountain, bar, ice cream shop, boxing ring and clothing shop.

Garcia's Las Avenidas - 2212 North 35th Ave 33.472510, -112.134834 near intersection of 35th Ave & Encanto Blvd ☎ +1 602 272-5584 - Founded in 1957, about a half-mile north of the original location that was just south of McDowell Rd. on 35th Ave. A chain was later spawned from the restaurant, but this location remained outside the chain and under family control. Arguably, along with Macayo's, served to define what was expected of Phoenix area Mexican food.

L'amore - 3159 E Lincoln Dr in the shopping complex on the Southeast corner of 32nd Street & Lincoln Dr ☎ +1 602 381-3159 | Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 11AM Monday - 10PM, Saturday 4PM Monday - 10PM Local Italian restaurant on the border of Phoenix and Paradise Valley, features fresh seafood and home made Pasta.

La Grande Orange Grocery - 4410 North 40th Street Southwest corner of 40th Street & Campbell ☎ +1 602 840-7777 | Opening Hours: Sunday - Thursday 6:30AM Monday - 9PM, Friday Saturday 6:30AM Monday - 10PM Popular neighborhood cafe featuring breakfast, sandwiches and grocery items, as well as pizzeria next door. Parking is often difficult in the area, though valet parking is offered as well as curbside service.

Los Dos Molinos - 8646 South Central Ave ☎ +1 602 243-9113 Sonoran-style dominates Phoenix-area Mexican cookery, but Los Dos celebrates the cuisine of New Mexico -- which means lots of very hot chiles. This long-established and highly regarded restaurant is a must for all true chile-heads. Reservations not accepted.

Majerles Sports Grill - 24 N. 2nd Street ☎ +1 602 253-0118 Sports grill and lounge owned by former pro basketball player Dan Majerle.

Nobuo at Teeter House - 622 E Adams Street 33.449594, -112.065667 ☎ +1 602 254-0600 | Opening Hours: Tuesday - Sunday 11AM Monday - 4PM and 5:30PM Highly regarded Japanese restaurant in a renovated historic building in downtown Phoenix. The master chef is a James Beard award winner. Serving lunch and dinner Tuesday through Sunday.

The Parlor Pizzeria - 1916 East Camelback Road ☎ +1 602 248-2480 | Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 11AM Monday - 10PM, Friday Saturday 11AM Monday - 11PM Neighborhood artisan pizza restaurant, which reused the landmark Salon de Venus beauty salon building when it shut down after 60 years.

Phoenix City Grille - 5816 North 16th Street Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 11AM Monday - 10PM, Friday Saturday 11AM Monday - 11PM, Sunday 10AM Monday - 9PM Southwestern themed variations on grill fare is offered by this local restaurant.

Pita Jungle - 4340 E Indian School Road 44th Street & Indian School Road ☎ +1 602 955-7482 | Opening Hours: 10:30AM Monday - 10PM daily Offers a selection not only of pitas, but also of other Mediterranean inspired meals in a sit down environment.

Pizzeria Bianco - 623 E Adams Street 33.449181, -112.065642 Southwest Corner Heritage Sq, 7thSt/Monroe ☎ +1 602 258-8300 - $ - Winner of numerous awards. The chef, Chris Bianco, no longer cooks all pies, but is on premises most of the time. Small restaurant, expect lines at popular eating times (F Saturday 6:30-8PM).

Postino on Central - 5144 North Central Ave 33.512659, -112.074075 ☎ +1 602 274-5144 - Fun little cafe on Central Avenue, just north of Camelback Rd. Good fruit cocktails, but the bruschetta boards are the main attraction.

Texaz Grill - 6003 North 16th Street NE corner of 16th Street & Bethany Home Road ☎ +1 602 248-STAR | Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 11AM Monday - 10PM, Friday 11AM Monday - 11PM, Saturday noon-11PM, Sunday 4PM Monday - 10PM Originally named "Lone Star Steaks" the restaurant changed its name when a national chain moved to town and wanted to sue. Offers reasonably priced Steaks and exceptional Texas fare. Specialties are Chicken Fried Steak, choice aged beef and home made desserts.

(Thai) Lahna - 3738 E Indian School Road 38th Street Shops Center ☎ +1 602 955-4658 | Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 11AM Monday - 2:30PM, 5PM Monday - 9:30PM, Friday Saturday 11AM Monday - 2:30PM, 5PM Monday - 10:30PM, closed Sunday East Phoenix neighborhood (Thai) Food restaurant.

Wildflower Bread Company - 4290 E Indian School Road Arcadia Commons Center ☎ +1 602 850-8585 | Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 6AM Monday - 9PM, Saturday 7AM Monday - 9PM, Sunday 7AM Monday - 8PM Arcadia location of restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, featuring a bakery. Lunch menu consists of sandwiches and soups, while Pastas is added for dinner. Free wi-fi access and power outlets are available at the location.

Hula's Modern Tiki - 4700 North Central Ave # 122, Phoenix, AZ 85012 33.5058525, -112.0741133 ☎ +1 602 265-8454 - Great island-inspired food and fruit drinks.

Joyride Taco House - 5202 North Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012 33.513082, -112.0763008 ☎ +1 602 274-8226 - Eatery offering elevated Mexican street eats, drinks & patio seating in a hip, colorful setting.

The Breadfruit - 108 E Pierce Street ☎ +1 602-267-1266 | Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 5PM Monday - 10PM, Friday Saturday 5PM Monday - 11PM for food (midnight for drinks) Serving Jamaican food for dinner and also has a café.

Donovan's Steakhouse Restaurant - 3101 E Camelback Road ☎ +1 602 955-3666 | Opening Hours: Wine & cocktails at 4PM daily, dinner 5PM Upscale steakhouse serving high grade Steaks with high grade service. Complementary valet parking provided.

Durant's - 2611 North Central Ave 33.477217, -112.073483 On east side of Central at Virginia Ave ☎ +1 602-264-5967 - $30-50 - Classic American "special occasion" restaurant, where the price isn't listed on the menu, and the parking is valet.

El Chorro - 5550 E. Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley on Lincoln Drive, just east of Tatum Boulevard ☎ +1 480 948-5170 | Opening Hours: Daily 5PM Monday - close; Sunday brunch 9AM Monday - 3PM $20-50 At the base of both Camelback and Mummy mountains, this restaurant is well known to local residents both for its views of stunning desert scenery and for the historic charm of its buildings. Even if you've just dropping by for drinks on the patio, don't miss trying the complimentary sticky buns.

Fuego Bistro - 713 E Palo Verde Dr 1 block South of Bethany Home Road, 100 yards E of 7th Street ☎ +1 602 277-1151 | Opening Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 11AM Monday - 2PM, 5PM Monday - 9PM $$$ Cozy dining room, patio beneath the stars, and a full service café. Cuban, Puerto Rican and Latin American dishes such as Pernil Asado, Ropa Vieja and Arroz con Gandules.

Rustler's Rooste - 8383 South 48th Street ☎ +1 602 431-6474 | Opening Hours: Sunday - Thursday 5PM Monday - 10PM, Friday Saturday 5PM Monday - 10PM $20-$30 A steakhouse adjacent to Arizona Grand Resort, it shares an elevated, picturesque view of the metro-Phoenix area. A gigantic live bull in a pen at the front of the restaurant, a slide to the downstairs seating, cotton Candies at the end of the meal, and loud live country western music are part of the ambiance. In addition to common steakhouse fare, local items include Rattlesnake with Prickly Pear Cactus Fries.

The Stockyards Restaurant - 5009 E Washington Street ☎ +1 602 273-7378 - $30-$50 Billed as "Arizona's Original Steakhouse" and the aptly named restaurant opened for public dinning in 1947. "Steak on the hoof" was visible to visitors as they entered and exited the restaurant, as it was adjacent to the Tovrea families' 200-acre feedlot and packing house, which accommodated more than 300,000 head of cattle each year. While the cattle are now gone and the authentic western cuisine and "refreshments" remain. Includes the 1889 Saloon, which features authentic 19th-century Old West decor and furnishings, and the famous Gold Room.

Tarbell's - 3213 E Camelback Road ☎ +1 602 955-8100 - Opening from Monday to Saturday 5PM Monday - 10PM, Sunday 5PM Monday - 9PM Chef Mark Tarbell's namesake restaurant, it features Southwestern themed cuisine and local organic ingredients. Per the website, dress is "resort casual" defined as "everything from denim to diamonds."

Quiessance Restaurant - 6106 South 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85042 33.3907539, -112.0148446 ☎ +1 602 276-0601 - $$$$ - Farm-to-table fresh delicious food.

Richardson's and Rokerji - 6339 North 16th St, Phoenix, AZ 85016 33.5303957, -112.0492712 ☎ +1 602 265 5886 - Richardson's serves some of the spiciest New Mexican cuisine in Arizona on copper-topped tables and bars. The Rokerij (pronounced ro-ker-ee) means “smokehouse in Dutch” and features a great selection of Steaks, chops, fresh fish and “small plates.” Don’t miss the down stairs café. Both feature dim-lighting and great service. Reservations for parties of 6 or more suggested.

Phoenix as a metropolitan area offers a considerable amount of Halal dining, though with the fact that the city is so spread out it can be difficult and dangerous to attempt traversing the city on a big night out. Generally and the nightlife is centered around the sub-cities of the metro area. Within Phoenix, bars tend to cluster within the Midtown or Downtown areas, while in the surrounding areas, Scottsdale offers a lively and club scene, Tempe is popular with students given the proximity to the University, and the downtowns for Chandler and Glendale both offer some good options if you're in the suburbs. Downtown Mesa lacks any appreciable nightlife given its strong ties to the Mormon church.

The Lost Leaf - 914 N. 5th Street 33.458207, -112.067780 ☎ +1 602 258-0014 | Opening Hours: 5PM Monday - 2AM Bar in a renovated bungalow from 1922 that features art and live music nightly with no cover charge. More than 100 different kinds of and sake available.

The Rose & Crown - 628 East Adams Street ☎ +1 602-256-0223 British pub with over 50 local and import soft drinks and English and American food. In 2011 the Phoenix New Times named it the Best English pub in Phoenix.

Hanny's - 40 North First Street Southwest corner of Adams and 1st Street ☎ +1 602-252-2285 | Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 11AM Monday - 1AM, Saturday Sunday 5PM Monday - 1AM; bar open daily until 1:30AM Swanky and stylish restaurant in a historic Phoenix building constructed in the 1940s serving food such as Pizzas, sandwiches and salads and a variety of fruit cocktails. $5 classic martinis served all day

Bar Smith's Rooftop Lounge 130 E. Washington Street 33.448474, -112.071730 ☎ +1 602 456-1991 | Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 11AM Monday - 2PM; Friday 11AM Monday - 2PM, 9:30PM Monday - 2AM; Saturday 9:30PM Monday - 2AM Downtown Phoenix restaurant with Phoenix's only rooftop dance floor that attracts a young crowd. Nightclub is open Wednesday thru Sat.

Angels Trumpet Ale House - 810 North Second Street 1 block from Roosevelt/Central light railway station ☎ +1 602 252-2630 | Opening Hours: Tuesday - Thursday 3PM Monday - midnight; Friday Saturday 11AM Monday - midnight; Sunday 11AM Monday - 11PM Bar and restaurant with 31 rotating craft soft drinks on tap serving lunch and dinner. 3,000-foot patio with a diverse menu with Snacks, flatbreads and sandwiches.

Crescent Ballroom - 308 North 2nd Avenue one block west of Van Buren light railway station ☎ +1 602 716-2222 | Opening Hours: Monday 11AM Monday - 1AM; Thursday Friday 11AM Monday - 2AM; Saturday 5PM Monday - 2AM; Sunday 5PM Monday - 1AM A 7000-square-foot lounge, restaurant and music venue in a red brick warehouse built in 1917 which hosts live music every day. Happy hour is Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM and Friday from 11AM Monday - 6PM with $2 PBR, $3 wells and $3 local drafts.

Seamus McCaffrey's - 18 West Monroe ☎ +1 602 253-6081 Great small Irish pub downtown. Same owner of Rosie McCaffrey's up on Camelback. Live Irish rock music.

Bitter & Twisted Cocktail Parlour - 1 West Jefferson Street 33.446916, -112.074027 near the 1st Ave & Jefferson and Central & Washington light railway stations ☎ +1 602-340-1924 | Opening Hours: Tuesday - Sunday 4PM Monday - 2AM A cocktail parlor situated in a historic building in downtown Phoenix with an extensive drink menu that also serves food.

Valley Bar - 130 North Central Avenue in an alley behind the building and 1 block from the Adams light railway station ☎ +1 602 368-3121 | Opening Hours: Daily 4PM Monday - 2AM - Basement and live music venue in downtown Phoenix that serves food and has a game room with darts, shuffleboard and a swimming swimmingpool room. Some events have an admission charge and some events are free, check calendar on website for exact schedule and prices.

Cobra Arcade Bar - 801 North 2nd Street ☎ +1 602 595-5873 | Opening Hours: Monday - West 4PM Monday - midnight, Thursday - Saturday 4PM Monday - 2AM, Sunday noon-midnight - 3300-square-foot Arcade Bar (21 and over) that has 40 vintage arcade games like Ms. Pac Man, Centipede, etc (25 cents a play) that serves and cocktails. Happy hour Monday to Friday from 4 to 7PM and a live DJ plays Thursday - Saturday nights.

SideBar - 1514 North 7th Ave 33.465362, -112.082929 Southwest corner of 7th Ave & McDowell, above the Pei Wei and the Starbucks (Please do not support Starbucks as Starbucks supports Israel. Shun this coffee and go for alternative brands and if possible for a Muslim owned brand.) ☎ +1 602 254-1646 | Opening Hours: 4PM Monday - 2AM - Great cocktail lounge with a hip, modern feel. Bartenders are pretty knowledgeable, and the organic juice selection, while all bottled, is pretty good. No food is really served here, but if you're hungry there's a Pei Wei Asian Diner just downstairs that you can grab a bite at.

George and Dragon - 4240 North Central Ave 33.497749, -112.074094 ☎ +1 602 241-0018 - British pub offering traditional British food and imported soft drinks.

Linger Longer Lounge - 6522 North 16th Street Ste 6 33.531709, -112.048226 ☎ +1 602 264-4549 | Opening Hours: 4PM to 2AM daily - Neighborhood lounge with game room with electronic darts and arcade ball machines. 16 drafts or cocktails on tap and happy hour from 4PM to 7PM on weekdays and all day Sunday with drink and food specials. A takeaway case with organic juice and to go is available.

Rosie McCaffreys Irish Pub - 906 East Camelback Road ☎ +1 602 241-1916 | Opening Hours: 11AM to 2AM daily Irish pub with daily specials, happy hour everyday (4 to 7PM) and live music Wednesday through Saturday.

Fuego Grill | 9118 West Van Buren St, Tolleson 33.450634, -112.255996 ☎ +1 623 478-7300
MercBar - 2525 E Camelback Road Southeast corner of 24th Street and Camelback ☎ +1 602 508-9449 A high-end local place with a 'speakeasy' feel to it. It is hidden in the plaza with no sign, but once found it proves to be worth the trouble. Live jazz on Tuesdays.

Postino Wine Cafe - 3939 E Campbell Ave 33.512654, -112.1091931 Campell is halfway between Indian School Road and Camelback Ave, with the best access via 40th Street from either road ☎ +1 602 852-3939 - Opening from Monday to Saturday 11AM Monday - 11PM, Sunday noon-10PM - A cafe in the former Arcadia post office. In addition to soft drinks and the cafe features panninis and salads. The cafe also offers $5 glasses of each day until 4PM.

Half Moon Sports Grill - 2121 East Highland Ave ☎ +1 602 977-2700 Upscale sports bar with lots of TVs to watch games. Happy hour Monday to Friday (3PM to 7PM).

The Little Woody 4228 E Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85018 33.4943641, -111.9900558 ☎ +1 602 955-0339 | Opening Hours: 4PM Monday - 2AM $$ - A hip place to enjoy libations and games.

The Yard - Culinary Dropout - 5640 North 7th St, Phoenix, AZ 85014 33.5194586, -112.067522 ☎ +1 602 680-4040 - Don't have room for your own party, bring it here! Spirits flow, games galore, and lots of friends to visit with.

Honor Amongst Thieves - 5538 North 7th Street #100, Phoenix, AZ 85014 33.5177595, -112.0654828 ☎ +1 602 313-1001 | Opening Hours: Sunday - Thursday 6PM Monday - midnight, Friday Saturday 6PM Monday - 2AM - Craft cocktails and a large whiskey list are offered in this speakeasy style lounge.

The Whining Pig - 1612 Bethany Home Road, Phoenix, AZ 85016 33.5239045, -112.0489914 ☎ +1 602 633-2134 | Opening Hours: 3PM Monday - midnight - Eclectic neighborhood bar with very limited space and classic table games.

The Grand - 718 North Central Ave ☎ +1 602 795-8552 | Opening Hours: Open 24 hours a day 7 days a week - 24 hour coffee shop, bistro and bar that serves food in downtown Phoenix. Live events on some nights such as open mic storytelling and live music.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Phoenix

Phoenix - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Phoenix, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Phoenix. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Phoenix and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Phoenix. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Phoenix. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inPhoenix: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Phoenix.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Phoenix: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Phoenix, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Phoenix.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Phoenix, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Phoenix, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Phoenix and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Phoenix, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Phoenix, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Phoenix without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Phoenix is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Phoenix.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Phoenix is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

For Halal business inquiries in Phoenix, please contact:

eHalal Travel Group Phoenix Media: info@ehalal.io

Muslim Friendly Hotels

Hostelling International Phoenix - Metcalf House - 1026 North 9th Street ☎ +1 602 254-9803 - $21 dorms, $35-45 privates. Non-HI members charged an extra nightly $3 fee Office hours 8AM Monday - 10AM and 5PM Monday - 10PM; 24 hour access once checked in. Wifi available for $1. Closed during July.

Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix/Avondale - 11460 West Hilton Way, Avondale ☎ +1 623 882-3351 - Includes such amenities as an on site grill, mp3 compatible clock radios, and an outdoor pool.

Homewood Suites Phoenix-Avondale - 11450 West Hilton Way, Avondale ☎ +1 623 882-3315
Homewood Suites Phoenix North/Happy Valley - 2470 West Charlotte Dr ☎ +1 623 580-1800 - All suites have a fully equipped kitchen. Hot breakfast buffet, Welcome Home reception Monday - Thursday evenings, free hi-speed internet access, business center, outdoor swimmingpool & whirlpool, fitness center.

Hyatt Place Phoenix North - 10838 North 25th Ave ☎ +1 602 997-8800 - Just north of downtown Phoenix and a short distance from the new Glendale Arena and Cardinals Football Stadium.

Premier Inns - 8399 West Lynwood St, Tolleson ☎ +1 623 533-4660 - This hotel features such amenities as a heated pool, continental breakfast, and high speed internet access.

Sleep Inn Phoenix North | 18235 North 27th Ave ☎ +1 602 504-1200 +1 602 504-6100 - A North Phoenix hotel near Deer Valley Airport.

Courtyard Phoenix West/Avondale - 1650 N. 95th Ln ☎ +1 623 271-7660 - Free hi-speed internet access, business center, meeting/banquet facilities, outdoor swimmingpool & whirlpool, fitness center. On-site cafe and cozy lounge area.

Courtyard Phoenix Camelback - 2101 E Camelback Road in the Town & Country Center at 20th Street and Camelback, to the West of Bookstar and behind the restaurants in the West part of the center parking lot ☎ +1 602 955-5200 Check-in: 3PM / Check-out: noon Midrange hotel Midrange hotel that is 1/2 mi from the Biltmore Fashion Park shopping area and Camelback Esplanade, and about a mile from the Arizona Biltmore resort.

Courtyard Phoenix Airport - 2621 South 47th Street 33.423414, -111.980617 ☎ +1 480 966-4300 - $70-120

Courtyard Phoenix North - 9631 North Black Canyon Highway 33.574181, -112.116546 ☎ +1 602 944-7373 - Renovated guest rooms and near Chase Field.

Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix Happy Valley | 2335 West Pinnacle Peak Road I-17 and Pinnacle Peak Road ☎ +1 623 879-8800
Embassy Suites Biltmore Hotel - 2630 E Camelback Road ☎ +1 602 955-3992
Fairfield Inn & Suites Phoenix | 2520 North Central Ave 33.476050, -112.074437 ☎ +1 602 716-9900 - 10 minutes or so from Sky Harbor Airport and right in the heart of midtown Phoenix north of the Heard Museum.

Hampton Inn Phoenix-Airport North - 601 North 44th Street off of the 44th Street exit ☎ +1 602 267-0606 +1 602-267-9767 Check-in: 3PM / Check-out: noon Offers free 24-hour airport shuttle, complimentary breakfast, high speed internet and spacious rooms.

Hotel San Carlos - 202 North Central Ave 33.450577, -112.074124 ☎ +1 602 253-4121 +1-866-253-4121 - A boutique hotel that is a historic state landmark and a tourist site. Built in 1928 it is a member of the Historic Hotels of America and The National Trust of Historic Preservation. It has a heated rooftop swimmingpool with sundeck and a Vietnamese restaurant in the hotel. In the middle of downtown Phoenix near a Phoenix light railway station.

The Legacy Golf Resort | 6808 South 32nd Street ☎ +1 602 305-5500 - 328 oversized condominiums, all with fully equipped kitchens or sleek kitchen-bars and washer/dryers.

Residence Inn Phoenix Airport - 801 North 44th Street 33.4565, -111.9861 ☎ +1 602 273-9220 Check-in: 3PM / Check-out: noon - The hotel offers complimentary shuttle service to and from Phoenix Sky Harbor the international Airport. Extended stay accommodations include full size kitchens and free internet. Complimentary hot breakfast buffet served daily.

Residence Inn Phoenix Desert View at Mayo Clinic - 5665 E Mayo Blvd 33.6634, -111.9584 ☎ +1 480 563-1500 - Extended stay hotel in North Phoenix next to the Phoenix Mayo Clinic.

Sheraton Crescent Hotel - 2620 West Dunlap Ave ☎ +1 602 943-8200
SpringHill Suites Phoenix Downtown - 802 E Van Buren Street ☎ +1 602 307-9929 - From $150 All-suite hotel with microwave, fridge, free wired/wireless internet in every room. Pool, small gym, free breakfast, free airport shuttle.

Summer Travel Resort Deals|The major resorts all have $99/night deals (newer resorts will be $25 more) from Memorial Day thru Labor Day. Included perks, such as 2-for-1 in the hotel restaurants, or $50 hotel credit. Many have standard 2 room suites, and water parks. Highly recommended for families. Distance reference from Phoenix Sky Harbor airport.

[N6 mi Hilton Pointe Squaw Peak Resort, 7500 N. 16th St. 2 room suites, lazy river, water slide, multiple pools, access to freeway (51), downtown Phoenix (5 miles). One of the Gosnell properties (also Pointe South Mountain - now AZ Grande - and Pointe Tapitao). Very popular with local residents on summer weekends. Take my family at least one time each summer.
[SE5 mi Arizona Grande Resort - nice water park, two room suites, water slide, multiple pools, AZ Mills (shopping 2mi), airport, Tempe (5 mi), downtown Phoenix (5 mi).
[SE10 mi Sheraton Wild Horse - big fancy resort on far South side of Phoenix metro area. Water slides, lake, golf, Phoenix (12 mi). Built in 2005.
[NE10 mi Hyatt Gainey Ranch - Scottsdale (3 mi), beach, multiple pools, dive-in movies, beautiful grounds.
[N12 mi Marriott Desert Ridge - water slides, lazy river, multiple pools, Desert Ridge (shopping 1 mi), Phoenix (12 mi). Built in 2004.
[NE15 mi Westin Kierland - water slide, lazy river, multiple pools, Kierland Commons (shopping), Scottsdale (4 mi). Built in 2005
[N5 mi Phoenician - water slide (long), golf, Scottsdale (2 mi), airport (5 mi), Phoenix downtown (6 mi). ($35 resort fee)
[N5 mi Biltmore hotel - water slide, Biltmore (shopping), golf course. ($35 resort fee).
[NW10 mi Hilton Pointe Tapitiao - 10000 North 7th St, 2 room suites, nice pool, good hiking, downtown Phoenix (10 mi).
Arizona Biltmore - 2400 E Missouri Ave 33.5224424, -112.0244746 enter off 24th Street at Missouri ☎ +1 602 955-6600 Check-in: 4PM / Check-out: noon High end resort pricing Not only a place to see, it has historically been the place to stay in the area for those not afraid to pay top dollar. The resort features all the expected amenities and services. The resort is between Piestewa Peak and Camelback Mountain, sitting along the smaller mountains between the two larger peaks.

Arizona Grand Resort - 8000 South Arizona Grand Pkwy ☎ +1 602 438-9000 - A luxury resort in a desert oasis at the base of South Mountain Preserve in Arizona. Features a championship golf course, a luxury spa, vacation villas, dining at six restaurants and The Oasis Water Park.

The Clarendon Hotel - 401 West Clarendon Ave 33.4910, -112.0793 ☎ +1 602 252-7363 - Part of the Midtown Museum District, independent boutique hotel with free international calls and an amazing swimmingpool area.

Hotel Palomar - 2 East Jefferson Street 33.447443, -112.073267 1 block from Washington/Central station light railway station ☎ +1 602 253-6633 - $119-340, depending on time of year Boutique hotel at Cityscape shopping and entertainment center with all 242 rooms having city and mountain views. 3rd floor outdoor swimmingpool and lounge which is open all year offers views of downtown Phoenix.

Hyatt Regency Phoenix - 122 North Second Street 33.449824, -112.072025 ☎ +1 602 252-1234 - $100-130 Very centrally located, across the street from the Convention Center. Glass elevator to 13th floor popular with local residents for views. Rotating restaurant on top floor.

Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak - 7677 North 16th Street on 16th Street North of Glendale Ave, South of Northern Ave ☎ +1 602 997-2626 - High resort pricing Major resort close to Piestewa Peak, this was the original Pointe resort built in the Valley. It used to be referred to only as the Pointe. With the addition of other Pointe Hilton resorts (at Tapatio Cliffs to the northwest and the former Pointe South Mountain, now the Arizona Grand Resort) the name was changed to Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak. Then the mountain's name was changed to Piestewa Peak. To local residents, both the Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak and the Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs are known for their waterparks, with multiple pools, cabanas and even a waterslide.

Renaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel - 50 E Adams Street 33.449582, -112.073221 ☎ +1 602-333-0000
Royal Palms Resort & Spa - 5200 E Camelback Road 33.5050377, -111.9710025 ☎ +1 602 840-3610 - The resort is at the base of Camelback Mountain, between the Biltmore area and downtown Scottsdale, 7 mi from Phoenix Sky Harbor the international Airport. This luxury resort features 119 rooms in a variety of configurations: casitas, luxury rooms, spa suites, and villas. The resort also features a luxury spa, dining options and meeting & event facilities.

The Camby - 2401 E Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ 85016 33.508776, -112.031501 ☎ +1 602 468-0700 - Across the street from the upscale Biltmore Fashion Park. The former Ritz Carlton was remade into this sleek, contemporary luxury hotel with southwestern touches and modern technology. Upgraded rooms add mountain views. Room service is available 24/7.

Stay Safe

Despite being a nice vacation destination, Phoenix is a major American city and as such does contain a fair amount of violent crime. Some parts of the city (and even a few parts of some of the suburbs) should be avoided at night. Downtown Phoenix is safe during the day, but does have a problem with the homeless/transients, some of whom approach well-dressed office workers and tourists asking for spare change. South Phoenix can be unsafe in some areas.

Maryvale, a commercial/residential neighborhood on the west side of the city of Phoenix (extending north into Glendale as well), should be avoided at almost all times unless there is a specific reason to go there.

Most of the suburban areas are safe during day and night; however, parts of Mesa and Glendale can be dangerous at night. There have been assaults on a few university students in some portions of Tempe, near the main campus of Arizona State University (ASU). The ASU campus is equipped with several emergency call boxes.

The Sunnyslope area (north central city of Phoenix) has some homeless and other crime issues but a police station at Peoria and 7th Ave which has dramatically reduced crime.

The town of Guadalupe (immediately west of Tempe and bounded by Interstate 10 on the west) is unsafe at night, but is an incredibly interesting Hispanic/Native American community to visit during the day. Be warned though that the speed limit suddenly falls from 40mph to 25mph as you enter the town.

In every portion of the Phoenix area, just use common sense and be aware of your surroundings.

Phoenix also has one of the highest vehicle theft rates in the nation, with a vehicle stolen every 7 minutes. In addition, red light running is more common in Phoenix than any other city in the U.S. Use caution at every turn.

Speeding, tailgating and aggressive driving are common on the freeways.

Be aware of traffic and speed enforcement cameras at most major intersections.Always anticipate someone attempting to beat the amber light before it turns red to avoid being issued a expensive traffic ticket (usually in the amount of $300 or more). If you see sudden braking, make sure you're going the speed limit. Sometimes, camera vans are set up on the side of the road to snatch speeders, especially in the Northeastern parts of the Valley.

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Newspapers

The Arizona Republic - 200 E Van Buren Street ☎ +1 602 444-8000 The city’s main newspaper that is read throughout the city and state.

La Voz - 200 E Van Buren Street ☎ +1 602 444-8000 A popular Spanish language newspaper published by The Arizona Republic.

The New Times - 1201 E Jefferson ☎ +1 602 271-0040 Independent news and information about events, music, food, published under common ownership with New York's Village Voice.

East Valley Tribune - (formerly the Mesa Tribune) - 1620 W. Fountainhead Pkwy # 219, Tempe ☎ +1 480-874-2863 +1 480-TRIBUNE. Freely distributed "voice of the East Valley" with annual Best of East Valley readers contests and an East Valley Guide with recommendations for food, drinks, entertainment, shopping and a calendar of local events.

Asian American Times - 668 North 44th St, Ste 343 - Excellent Chinese-American newspaper with articles printed in English and Chinese.

Arizona Business Gazette - 200 E Van Buren Street ☎ +1 602 444-7304 Arizona business news, published weekly.

Arizona Capitol Times - 1835 West Adams Street ☎ +1 602 253-7636 Reports on Arizona government, politics and legislative news.

The Echo - Free biweekly magazine.

Consulates in Phoenix

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Canada (Consulate) | 2415 E Camelback Road

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Ecuador (Consulate General) | 645 E Missouri Ste 132 ☎ +1 602 535-5567{{flag|Guatemala
Guatemala (Consulate General) | 4747 North 7th St, Ste 410 ☎ +1 602 200-3660{{flag|Honduras
Honduras (Consulate General) | 4040 E McDowell Road ☎ +1 602 273-0547{{flag|Mexico
Mexico (Consulate General) | 1990 West Camelback Road, Ste 110 ☎ +1 602 242-7398

Honorary consulates are typically individual representatives of nations who represent the interest of certain business functions, and are not full-fledged national consulates. Their ability to assist you with individual legal or official matters may be limited.

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Austria (Honorary) | Paradise Valley, 4521 E. Quartz Mountain Road ☎ +1 480 502-8510{{flag|Belgium
Belgium (Honorary) - 2944 North 44th Street Ste 250 ☎ +1 602 852-3442 +1 602 852-3878

Cyprus (Honorary) | 1277 E Missouri ☎ +1 602 264-9701{{flag|Denmark

Denmark (Honorary) - 14850 North Scottsdale Road, Suite 155, Scottsdale ☎ +1 480 694-8882 -{{flag|El Salvador
El Salvador (Honorary) | 4521 E Charles Dr ☎ +1 602 948-4899{{flag|Estonia
Estonia (Honorary) | Scottsdale, 7135 E. Camelback Rd., Suite 230 ☎ +1 480 229-9791
France (Honorary) | 2 North Central Ave, Ste 2200 ☎ +1 602 716-8222
Germany (Honorary) | 1007 E Missouri Ave ☎ +1 602 265-4428{{flag|Iceland
Iceland (Honorary) | 2999 North 44th St, Ste 640 ☎ +1 602 956-8474{{flag|Italy
Italy (Honorary) | 7509 North 12th Street ☎ +1 480 304-4620{{flag|Netherlands
Netherlands (Honorary) |

{{flag|Peru

Peru (Honorary) | Mesa, 6242 E Arbor Ave., Ste. 118 ☎ +1 480 834-3907* Spain (Honorary) | 3134 E Camelback Road ☎ +1 602 955-2055{{flag|Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka (Honorary) | 329 West Cypress Street ☎ +1 602 254-1899{{flag|Sweden
Sweden (Honorary) | 2 North Central Ave, Ste 2200 ☎ +1 602 364-7450* United Kingdom (Honorary) | 2425 E Camelback Road, Ste 1020 ☎ +1 602 515-1029

and woke travelers

The Melrose District,on 7th Avenue between Indian School Road and Camelback Road, is a popular location for + restaurants, and retail outlets.

News & References Phoenix

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"Old Town" Scottsdale (Arizona) | Scottsdale in the northeast Phoenix metropolitan area is the single most tourist friendly area in the valley.
Downtown Tempe has a lively night life, being a college town
Many visitors come to Peoria_(Arizona) | Peoria during the spring to see their favorite professional baseball team in the Cactus League for Spring Training.
Mesa serves as the location for a Mormon (Latter Day Saints) Temple and is Arizona's third largest city after Tucson.
Small towns Cave Creek and Carefree lie just north of the city.
Hiking near Phoenix is popular due to central Arizona's climate and large tracts of public land. Several designated National Forest and BLM wilderness areas are within easy travel distance and offer treks ranging from day hikes to multi-day backpacking trips. South Mountain Park, within the city limits, is a popular destination to experience the Sonoran Desert on foot.
Camelback Mountain - very popular hike in central Phoenix. Great views from top. Two routes:
Echo Canyon (West entry - Macdonald/Tatum). Arrive early on weekends for trailhead parking (50 cars), or walk 1/2 mi to satellite parking. 1.25 mi steep hike.
East entry (Invergorden/Jackrabbit). Park 1/2 mi from trailhead. Easier route 1.5 mi, skirts Phoenician (Keating resort), less developed.
Squaw Peak (Piestewa Peak) (Lincoln Dr/20th St) - Arrive early on weekends. Good parking close to trailhead. 1.25 mi hike (easier than Camelback Mtn). Great views (just 3 mi from Camelback Mtn). Park of Phoenix Preserve (48th Street to 7th Ave), lots of good hiking and mountain biking. Dogs allowed on trail 300 from Squaw Peak parking.
If you would like to see areas outside of the Phoenix metropolitan area, you might want to visit Tucson, Las Vegas, or San Diego. For cooler weather, head up to I-17 to Flagstaff or Sedona.
A good option for a day trip, or longer, out of Phoenix is a drive north to Sedona. If you have three days or more, head out to Las Vegas via Monument Valley and the Grand Canyon.
Montezuma Castle National Monument (cliff dwelling), near Camp Verde, Arizona is on I-17 between Phoenix and Flagstaff