Get ready to experience pure vacation inspiration in Scottsdale! From the stirring beauty of our lush Sonoran Desert to our luxury resorts, chef-driven restaurants, and exciting activities and attractions, Scottsdale is bursting at the seams with the makings of a memorable getaway. Scottsdale also has its very own Wine Trail, located in Old Town Scottsdale.
OLD TOWN SCOTTSDALE
Take one look at Old Town Scottsdale and it’s easy to see what makes the vibrant heart of our city so original. Nestled within nine walkable neighborhoods you’ll find a unique collection of shops, restaurants, art galleries, and nightclubs, as well as contemporary public art installations, world-class museums, and historic sites from the late 1880s. It’s this effortless blend of urban chic and Old West charm that gives our city’s downtown its one-of-a-kind flair and makes it a can’t-miss stop on any Scottsdale itinerary! Old Town’s nine walkable neighborhoods offer you a variety of experiences by day and night. Discover Scottsdale’s beginnings in Historic Old Town, browse the galleries of the Arts District during the weekly ArtWalk, shop along Fifth Avenue, or discover the energy of Scottsdale after dark in the Entertainment District.
www.experiencescottsdale.com
RIDE A GOLF CART
Golf-cart taxis are a fun way to get around Old Town. Several companies operate in the area, and one to try is JoyRidesAZ, which also offers guided Old Town, culinary and historic tours.
www.joyridesaz.com
RENT AN E-BIKE
As in, electric bike! Pedego Scottsdale rents battery-powered bikes that let you do as much – or as little – pedaling as you’d like.
www.pedegoscottsdale.com
REI CO-OP EXPERIENCES
Sunny skies and the lush Sonoran Desert create the perfect backdrop for outdoor activities and adventures like hiking, hot air ballooning, horseback riding, off-road tours, river rafting, and more. And thanks to the professional guides and outfitters, there’s no experience required to enjoy the best outdoor activities in Scottsdale! REI Co-op Experiences provides guided full and half-day rafting, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, hiking, and biking tours in the Scottsdale and Phoenix area to over 8,000 guests each year. Their focus is always on creating a tour experience for guests that is both fun and educational. Rafting, kayaking, and paddle boarding on our Class I guided river tours creates the ultimate in fun under the desert sun. Swim and water fight or just relax and soak in the scenery — our most family-friendly activities have options to please everyone. Your guide will provide expert assistance in rafting, kayaking, or paddle boarding and a fascinating lesson on Sonoran Desert geology, hydrology, flora, fauna, and human history. The river is an indispensable oasis in the vast desert, attracting a multitude of birds and wildlife; on most trips, wild horses and bald eagles make an appearance! Take time to appreciate the surrounding mountain peaks and giant cacti.
17465 N 93rd Street • Scottsdale
(480) 945-2881
www.destinations.rei.com/arizona
APACHE TRAIL TOURS
Seen on the Travel and History Channels and on Arizona Highways Television! Incredible guided off-road adventures around the awesome Apache Trail and the legendary Superstition Mountain Wilderness areas. It has been said that our off-road desert tours are “better than the Indiana Jones rides at Disneyland!” And the Apache Trail takes you on a journey through a spectacular showcase of nature flaunting its irresistible beauty with mighty canyons, jagged mountain peaks, steep summit ridges, and sparkling desert lakes. Tours from 1 to 4 hours.
(480) 982-7661
Goldfield Ghost Town
4650 N Mammoth Mine Rd • Goldfield
www.apachetrailtours.com
TALKING STICK GOLF CLUB
The design team of Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw created the magic of Talking Stick Golf Club. The club features two uniquely different Scottsdale courses that offer many options for golfers of all levels of play. Located on and owned by the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, the North Course and South Course blend with their tranquil desert surroundings to provide a serene yet challenging day of golf.
9998 E Talking Stick Way • Scottsdale
(480) 860-2221
www.talkingstickgolfclub.com
RAINBOW RYDERS HOT AIR BALLOON COMPANY
Rainbow Ryders Hot Air Balloon Company boasts nearly four decades of experience offering hot-air balloon rides. Sunrise flights are available every morning at sunrise year-round, weather permitting. Or, enjoy Arizona’s breathtaking sunsets during a balloon flight in the winter months. Take in views of the Sonoran Desert while floating in the sky and sending greetings to earthbound folks below. After landing, we celebrate the flight with champagne and mimosas, and a traditional toast. Finally, pilots present their passengers with a Rainbow Ryders flight certificate to commemorate this unique adventure. Check off your bucket list and rise above the rest with Rainbow Ryders.
715 E Covey Lane • Phoenix
(480) 299-0154
www.rainbowryders.com
ARIZONA PARTY BIKE
Arizona locals can’t get enough of the party bike and neither will you. Pedal and party on Arizona’s #1 pedal pub experience! With a premium sound system and “adult beverages” legal, the party bike is perfect for special events, birthdays, bachelor and bachelorette parties, partying with your friends, company teambuilders, family reunions, or just for fun!
7034 E Osborn Road • Scottsdale
(844) 654-5544
www.arizonapartybike.com
