Scottsdale (Arizona)

Scottsdale is a city in the state of Arizona. It is east of Phoenix and is considered to be part of the Phoenix Metro Area.

Scottsdale (Arizona) Halal Travel Guide

Scottsdale is home to many galleries, high quality resorts, and golf courses. It is also one of the wealthier parts of the Phoenix Metro Area.

High end shopping destinations are one of the primary attractions of the city. For example and the Fashion Plaza Mall is near downtown Scottsdale and is one of the biggest malls in the United States. The extensive galleries to the west of the downtown also offer upscale shopping and strolling. The galleries in this area display works both from local artists and from around the world.

Scottsdale cityscape3 - The view from northwest

Phoenix OldTown Kitsch - Saloons and retail outlets in the Old Town area

The Old Town section of Scottsdale is to the east of the gallery neighborhood . It showcases the ironic attempt of Scottsdale to both embody swank upscale style as well as a caricature of the gruff American West. This part of town is undeniably souvenirsy. Well over half the shops are gift shops. However, it is fun enough for a browse in a Disneyland sort of way.

The Canals

The valley of the sun has over 130 miles of canals . Most of them were built in the last 100 years to provide water for the irrigation of farm land. However, now that the valley is much less agrarian the canals are primarily used to carry away storm water. Some are also used to generate hydroelectric power.

These often overlooked gems are open to the public. One can take in the beautiful desert scenery and fresh air while strolling along them. They provide walkers, joggers, and bikers with a nice refuge from traffic. But don't try swimming in the canals, aside from being an obvious bad idea because the sides are so steep it is also illegal, along with motorized vehicles

Golf

Be sure to try one of the 200 golf courses in the Scottsdale area. Although most of the green fees are relatively high during the high season (Nov - April) there are a few good courses that can be played year round at a reasonable rate. Green fees are very affordable during the summer ($10 - $50 per round with cart) and if you tee-off early in the morning the heat doesn't become too bad before you finish your round.

Travel to Scottsdale (Arizona)

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The Phoenix metro area has several airports. The biggest and most used is the Phoenix Sky Harbor the international Airport (IATA Code: PHX) which is about a 20 minutes drive away from downtown Scottsdale.

Scottsdale Airport IATA Code: SCF 33.622778, -111.910556 9 mile north of downtown, about 20 minutes from downtown Scottsdale - Scottsdale Airport for smaller planes and private jets.

Alternative Airports

'Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (IATA Code: AZA) +1 480 988-7600 is located east of Phoenix, in neighboring Mesa. It is served mainly by ' Allegiant Air, although Vision Airlines also offers service. Currently, this is a smaller-sized airport, but is in the process of being redeveloped into a major regional airport.

Get Around

Scottsdale is undoubtedly a car-centric place. Most of the city is too spread out to reasonably walk, far more people use their own cars than ride the bus, and the light rail does not come to Scottsdale.

By car

Scottsdale is laid out for cars. The roads are large and the parking, even downtown, is usually more than ample.

To keep the speed limits and traffic signals well enforced and the city of Scottsdale extensively uses photo radar. Residents often learn where the cameras are and slow down near them. However, sometimes they slow down a bit abruptly. Drivers are often well served by expecting this from time to time.

There are 3 types of cameras.

Intersection cameras These cameras monitor for both speeding and the running of red lights.
Stationary freeway Cameras These monitor for speeding and are intended to keep the speed reasonable. They generally are triggered 11 mph over the speed limit.
Mobile Van cameras These cameras monitor for speeding from the back of white vans on the side of the road. These are harder to spot because they move locations regularly and park inconspicuously.

Generally it is easiest and safest to simply drive the speed limit and not run red lights.

By foot

Getting around by walking can take a bit of planning. Not all roads have sidewalks and distances that seem reasonable can become quite uncomfortable in the warmer months. If you have time, messing around with something like Google's street view can be well worth it.

By trolley

Downtown Scottsdale, and the neighborhood south of downtown, are each served by a trolley]. Both are free and usually come by every 15-20 minutes while running. The downtown trolley can be a nice way to get from the waterfront to old town or the gallery neighborhood with minimal effort.

What to See

TaliesinWest2010 - Taliesin West Atrium at Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Arts - Atrium of the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Arts

Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West - 12621 North Lloyd Wright Blvd 33.606649, -111.845189 ☎ +1 480-627-5340 | Opening Hours: June-Aug Thursday - Monday 8:30AM Monday - 3PM, Sept Sa/Thursday 8:30AM Monday - 5PM Friday 8:30AM Monday - 8PM Tour $28-$40 (adults), $24 (students) Taliesin West TaliesinWest2010 Frank Lloyd Wright's winter home. There's a discount on most tours for booking in advance.
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art - SMOCA | 7374 E 2nd Street 33.491594, -111.922881 ☎ +1 480-874-4666 +1-800-516-0811 Opening Hours: T West Sunday 12PM Monday - 5PM, Thursday - Saturday 12PM Monday - 9PM $7 (adults), $5 (students), free (SMOCA members, children under 15), free on Thursdays Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art Atrium at Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Arts - A museum of contemporary art, architecture, and design.
LOVE sculpture by Robert Indiana | 3839 North Drinkwater Blvd 33.49237, -111.921724 outside the Center for Performing Arts - LOVE-Sculpture-Scottsdale-Arizona - This sculpture, and other versions of it, by Robert Indiana have become iconic symbols of Love. The design was originally made for a Christmas card. It has since been used in a myriad of mediums from stamps to sculpture. Other versions of this statue are in Philadelphia's Love Park, 6th Ave in New York, New Orleans, and outside the incredibly tall Taipei 101 skyscraper in Taipei, Taiwan, Province of China.
Scottsdale Historical Museum - 7333 E Scottsdale Mall 33.492958, -111.923599 ☎ +1 480-945-4499 - Scottsdale Historical Museum - Opening Hours: September W-Sa 10AM Monday - 2PM, Sunday 12PM Monday - 4PM; October - May W-Sa 10AM Monday - 5PM, Sunday 12PM Monday - 4PM; June W-Sa 10AM Monday - 2PM, Sunday 12PM Monday - 4PM; closed July - Aug Free

Scottsdale Art Walk | North Marshall Way and E Main Street Gallery District ☎ +1 480-998-4323 | Opening Hours: Thursday 7PM Monday - 9PM Free The art galleries in downtown Scottsdale have organized a walk on Thursday nights. The galleries stay open into the evening and there can be "music, munchies and more on the streets."
Cosanti - 6433 E Doubletree Ranch Road, Paradise Valley 33.566662, -111.941887 ☎ +1 480-948-6145 - Opening from Monday to Saturday 9AM Monday - 5PM, Sunday 11AM Monday - 5PM Free Cosanti The gallery and house of the architect Paolo Soleri.
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts | 7380 E 2nd Street 33.491694, -111.922237 ☎ +1 480-994-ARTS - A theater in downtown Scottsdale that hosts concerts, dances, and other performances.

Things to Do

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McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park | 7301 E Indian Bend Road 33.53746, -111.922706 ☎ +1 480-312-2312 | Opening Hours: Hours depend on time of year (9 or 10AM to 5:30 or 7PM) Free (admission), $2 (train rides for adults)

| iage=SD-Magma Arizona Railroad Engine No. 6-1906 - A children's park with playgrounds and a small train that children and parents can ride around the park.

Rock and Roll Car and Bike Show - 9140 E Indian Bend Road 33.53934, -111.88586 by McDonalds at the Pavilions Shopping Center, West of Hwy 101 Opening Hours: Saturday 4:30PM Monday - 9PM Free A large classic vehicle show.
Salt River Project Canals - The banks of the canals provide nice views and an escape from cars. They are open to the public for running, biking, and other recreational activities. Motorized vehicles and swimming are prohibited.
Cactus League Game - Baseball Spring Training | Salt River Fields at Talking Stick Stadium, 7555 North Pima Road 33.545526, -111.884683 ☎ +1 480-270-5000
MacDonald's Ranch - 26540 North Scottsdale Road 33.725625, -111.926697 ☎ +1 480-585-0239 - Horsback riding stable.
Spa at Camelback Inn - 5402 E Lincoln Dr 33.534097, -111.96468 +1-800-922-2635 +1 480-951-8469
Barrett Jackson Car Auction | 7400 E Monte Cristo Ave 33.631683, -111.920108 ☎ +1 480-421-6694 - Runs a classic vehicle show and auction.

Tours

Desert Storm Hummer Tours | +1-866-374-8637 Since 1995, Desert Storm Hummer has specialized in Sonoran Desert adventures, including nighttime adventures.
A Taste of Old Town Scottsdale - ☎ +1 480-293-4096 - A walking food and historic tour with stories of the old west, demonstrations and delectable food and sampling from some of Scottsdale's unique restaurants.
Arizona Desert Mountain Jeep Tours - +1-800-567-3619

Just Roughin' It Adventure Company - +1-877-399-2477

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Scottsdale (Arizona)

Scottsdale Fashion Plaza - 7014 E Camelback Road 33.502603, -111.92897 Camelback Road & Scottsdale Road ☎ +1 480-945-5495 - Opening from Monday to Saturday 10AM Monday - 9PM, Sunday 11AM Monday - 6PM free Scottsdale Fashion Plaza Fashion Plaza - East Addition Entrance South - 2010-01-24 - One of the biggest malls in the US, this is an upscale place to fill your wardrobe. It can also be fun just to wander around and see what other people are wearing.

Halal Restaurants in Scottsdale (Arizona)

Dominick’s Steakhouse - 15169 N. Scottsdale Road 33.6234, -111.9253 ☎ +1 480-272-7271 | Opening Hours: Sun-Thu 5:00-10:00; Fri-Sat 5:00-11:00 - Upscale restaurant modeled on a classic New York steakhouse.
Eddie V's Prime Seafood - Web: ations&rID=8510 15323 North Scottsdale Road, #E1-160 33.625354, -111.925139 ☎ +1 480-730-4800 | Opening Hours: Sunday - Thursday 4PM Monday - 11PM, F-Sa 4PM Monday - 12AM The food is great, and Eddie's has something for everyone, in comparison to the meat-centrism of common steakhouses. Try the Parmesan encrusted sol. Call ahead for a reservation.
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar - Fleming's is known for its prime Steaks and elegant, cherry wood atmosphere. Its list features over 100 soft drinks available by the glass. This steakhouse also offers bar menu specials until 7PM.

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar | @FlemingsSteakhouse.com 20753 North Pima Road 33.674283, -111.889342 ☎ +1 480-538-8000 | Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 5PM Monday - 10PM, F-Sa 5PM Monday - 10:30PM, Sunday 4PM Monday - 9PM
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar | @FlemingsSteakhouse.com 6333 North Scottsdale Road 33.530708, -111.924672 ☎ +1 480-596-8265 | Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 5PM Monday - 10PM, F-Sa 5PM Monday - 10:30PM, Sunday 4PM Monday - 9PM

Mastro's Steak House - 8852 E Pinnacle Peak Road 33.700038, -111.889648 ☎ +1 480-585-9500 | Opening Hours: Sunday - Thursday 5PM Monday - 10PM, F-Sa 5PM Monday - 11PM; Sunday brunch 11AM Monday - 3PM Mastro's also has a restaurant in Beverly Hills, with a plethora of well-known visitors that frequent it. Call ahead, as you'll most likely need a reservation.
Old Town Tortilla Factory | 6910 E Main Street 33.493361, -111.932113 ☎ +1 480-945-4567 +1 480-945-0815 Opening Hours: Sunday - Thursday 5PM Monday - 9PM, F-Sa 5PM Monday - 10PM $30 Modern Southwest cooking with Sonoran touches. Try the Red Chile Pork Chop, with an unlikely but tasty ancho-raspberry sauce. Patio seating, heated in winter, misted in summer. Reservations only accepted for groups of 6 or more, so prepare to wait (preferably in the adjacent tequillaria).
Salt Cellar Restaurant | 550 North Hayden Road 33.454371, -111.909486 ☎ +1 480-947-1963 +1 480-941-0929 Opening Hours: Sun-Thu 5PM Monday - 11PM, Friday & Saturday 5PM Monday - 12AM Highend Seafood in a unique, historic underground location.
Uncle Sal's - 3370 N. Hayden Road 33.4870, -111.9097 ☎ +1 480-990-2533 | Opening Hours: •Lunch: Monday through Friday 11AM to 3PM; •Dinner: Monday through Thursday 4PM to 9PM, •Friday & Saturday 4PM to 10PM, Sunday 4PM to 9PM - Nice Italian restaurant, reminiscent of an old-time New York restaurant, with a hint of the Old West.
Vito's Pizzas & Italian Ristorante - 10999 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd Scottsdale, Arizona 85259 33.586076, -111.834682 ☎ +1 480-664-8260 | Opening Hours: 11am-9pm Sun-Thu, 11am-10pm Fri-Sat $$ - Italian restaurant, includes a bar, and offers catering and banquet services.

Kazimierz | 7137 East Stetson Dr ☎ +1 480-WINE-004 +1 480-WINE-055 Opening Hours: nightly, 2:30PM - 2AM full menu served until 1:45AM $20-$30A great nook of a place to drink fruit cocktail, eat flatbread, and decompress on kooshy couches in their dimly lit main room. The massive (over 2000) list is well experienced in their nicely-selected and presented three-fruit cocktail flights. Add a flatbread (a fancy word for a fancy pizza) and a few friends and it's easy to lose the whole evening in a place like this. It's also easy to run up a big bill ($40-$60 per person) if you don't restrain yourself with the menu.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

The Boulders Resort & Golden Door Spa | 34631 North Tom Darlington Dr, PO Box 2090 Carefree, Arizona 85377| tollfree=+1-866-397-6520
Comfort Inn | 7350 E. Gold Dust Avenue Scottsdale Road & Shea Blvd. ☎ +1 480-596-6559 Checkin - 3PM / Check-out: 12PM $70-$200 Offers guests a fitness center, an outdoor swimmingpool and a deluxe continental breakfast.
Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas | 6333 N. Scottsdale Road ☎ +1 480 948-7750 +1 480-948-2232 Check-in: 4PM / Check-out: 12PM $99-$120A fairly typical Hilton hotel, though prettier than most. Quite comfortable, but housekeeping services are erratic. Good business services with $10/day wireless.
Hotel Indigo | 4415 north civic center plaza ☎ +1 480-941-9411
Orange Tree Golf Resort - 10601 North 56th Street 33.58807, -111.95910 ☎ +1 480-948-6100 Checkin - 4PM / Check-out: 11AM Doubles $139+ (minimum 2-night stay) Orange Tree Resort swimmingpool . Suites with patio or terrace. Facilities include an 18-hole golf course, fitness center, restaurant, outdoor pool, and sauna.
Scottsdale Plaza Resort - 7200 North Scottsdale Road

Paradise Valley. Large resort with swimming pools, tennis courts, fitness center, racquetball.

Scottsdale Resort - 7700 E. McCormick Parkway The resort is surrounded by a 36 hole golf course, a spa and fitness center, salon services, tennis, and two pools. Resort features 326 spacious guest rooms, casitas and suites.
Smoke Tree Resorts & Bungalows | 7101 East Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley Near the intersection of Scottsdale Rd. and Lincoln Dr. ☎ +1 480-948-7660 +1 480-948-7661"Restaurant REM" is at the resort itself. Families will also be pleased to know it is just a two minutes drive away from the Railroad Park (a park with a small train children can ride).
Westin Kierland Resort and Spa - 6902 E. Greenway Parkway ☎ +1 480 624-1000 - Beautiful property, with a great kids swimmingpool area, including a lazy river. They also have an adults-only swimmingpool area. Great service. Attached to a golf course and shopping mall.
Radisson Fort McDowell Resort and Casino | 10438 North Fort McDowell Road ☎ +1 480 789-5300 Checkin - 4PM / Check-out: 12PM Offers amenities including free wireless Internet, fitness center, swimming pool, Wednesday - Ko-Pa Golf Club, Fort McDowell Casino, Fountain Hills Spa and Salon, and Ahnala Restaurant and Lounge.
Scottsdale Marriott Suites Old Town | 7325 East 3rd Ave ☎ +1-480-945-1550 Checkin - 4PM / Check-out: 12PM An all-suite hotel, located in the heart of Historic Old Town.
Hilton Garden Inn Scottsdale North/Perimeter Center - 8550 East Princess Dr ☎ +1 480 515-4944 - Located on Scottsdale north side close to Scottsdale airport and several businesses. Enjoy breakfast and dinner at the Great American Grill, free hi-speed Internet access, business center, meeting/banquest facilities, outdoor swimmingpool & whirlpool, fitness center and an Unconditional 100% Satisfaction Guarantee.</sleep>
Valley Ho | 6850 E. Main ☎ +1 480 248-2000 - $175.00 This modern hotel exceeds expectations for accommodations and food/beverage (don't skip breakfast). Service may vary, especially during high season. This property welcomes pets and goes the extra mile to welcome man's best friend. Green grass and fountains provide a rare desert oasis for you and fido.
The Hermosa Inn | 5532 North Palo Cristi Road, Paradise Valley +1-800-241-1210 The Hermosa Inn is a boutique hotel featuring 34 hacienda-style, single-story casitas.
JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa - 5402 E. Lincoln Dr ☎ +1 480-948-1700 - 279 JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa
Hyatt Place Scottsdale / Old Town - 7300 East Third Avenue 47.654178, -117.306786 ☎ +1 480 423 9944
Parsons Villas - 7129 E 6th Ave, Scottsdale, AZ 85251 ☎ +1 480-781-0717

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Scottsdale Cottonwoods - 6160 North Scottsdale Road The Scottsdale Cottonwoods Resort & Suites is situated at 6160 N. Scottsdale Road, just 12 miles from Sky Harbor the international Airport. ☎ +1 480-991-1414 +1 480-951-3350 Moderate might be closed
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess 7575 E. Princess Dr ☎ +1 602-585-4848 - Hotel/spa with multiple pools, fishing, golf, tennis, The area that surrounds it is also very nice, in close proximity to Mastro's and Eddie V's restaurants. $200-400.
The Phoenician | 6000 East Camelback Road +1-866-716-8136 Upscale resort with a 27-hole championship course. Nine pools, tennis courts, spa.
Resort Suites - 7677 E. Princess Blvd +1-888-222-1059 Suites with full living and dining areas, private patios, kitchen and free wifi. Four swimming pools, three whirlpools, a fitness center, and a business center.
Talking Stick Resort - 9800 East Indian Bend Road +1-866-877-9897 ☎=" Upscale resort with a casino, day spa, with a multiple restaurants.

Camping Places

McDowell Mountain Regional Park - 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr 33.694673, -111.732638 ☎ +1 480-471-0173 +1 602-372-8507 Check-in: 1PM / Check-out: 12PM $10/tents, $25/RVs Has more than 70 sites for tents or RVs, water and partial hookups, flush toilets and hot showers available. Reservations can be made online ($8).

Stay Safe

Flooding

It doesn't rain very frequently in Scottsdale. However, when the rain does come many lakes swell, bike paths are submerged, and roads become impassable.

If there is a notable amount of water on the road, don't drive through it. Drivers frequently become stranded in the middle of flooded washes. Cars can be swept away in a deceptively small amount of water. As you might guess, attempting to drive across such flooded roads is challenging.

Arizona also has what they like to call a "Stupid Motorist Law." It says that if someone drives around a barricade to enter a flooded road they will be charged for their rescue.

Heat

In the summer it can get quite hot. Dehydration, heat stroke, and sun stroke become notable risks.

Drink plenty of water and stay indoors in the afternoon, during the hottest parts of the day.

Outdoor activities are usually far more pleasant in the early morning when it is still cool. Because the temperatures in the desert swing so much between night and day, morning temperatures can be quite pleasant even during the height of the summer.

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