Locals Guide to Scottsdale

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Locals Guide to Scottsdale

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There is nothing quite like a sunset in the valley of sun. Lucky for you the condo is in the heart of old town Scottsdale close to world class dining, shopping, and adventure.
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Scottsdale
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There is nothing quite like a sunset in the valley of sun. Lucky for you the condo is in the heart of old town Scottsdale close to world class dining, shopping, and adventure.

Sightseeing

Hike Camelback Mountain! Echo Canyon trailhead is short drive from the condo and currently the only open hiking trail (Cholla Trail closed) up Camelback Mountain. Be aware - it is a strenuous hike up rocks and boulders - make sure you bring good hiking shoes, hat, sunscreen, and plenty of water. Hit the trail at sunrise - very crowded November - April.
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Trilha e área de recreação do Echo Canyon
East McDonald Drive
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Hike Camelback Mountain! Echo Canyon trailhead is short drive from the condo and currently the only open hiking trail (Cholla Trail closed) up Camelback Mountain. Be aware - it is a strenuous hike up rocks and boulders - make sure you bring good hiking shoes, hat, sunscreen, and plenty of water. Hit the trail at sunrise - very crowded November - April.
Great place to take the kids to ride on a train, see a variety of train sets, have a snack and play at the park.
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Parque Ferroviário McCormick-Stillman
7301 E Indian Bend Rd
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Great place to take the kids to ride on a train, see a variety of train sets, have a snack and play at the park.
Largest mall in Arizona - spend a day exploring many stores and restaurants just a short walk or drive from condo.
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Scottsdale Fashion Square
7014 E Camelback Rd
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Largest mall in Arizona - spend a day exploring many stores and restaurants just a short walk or drive from condo.
Spend the afternoon / evening learning about native plants throughout the southwest. Check out their live music series throughout the year.
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Jardim Botânico do Deserto
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Spend the afternoon / evening learning about native plants throughout the southwest. Check out their live music series throughout the year.
Great place to see a movie. Reserve your recliner seat ahead of time on their website and order unlimited popcorn along with a full menu and drinks served directly to your seat.
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RoadHouse Cinemas - Scottsdale
9090 E Indian Bend Rd
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Great place to see a movie. Reserve your recliner seat ahead of time on their website and order unlimited popcorn along with a full menu and drinks served directly to your seat.
Learn what drew Frank Lloyd Wright to Arizona on this engaging tour of sustainability and architecture. Their evening tours are extra special.
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Taliesin West
12621 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd
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Learn what drew Frank Lloyd Wright to Arizona on this engaging tour of sustainability and architecture. Their evening tours are extra special.
Great place to watch the sunset. Can be crowded during certain times. Lots of hiking and mountain biking trails. Check out hole in the rock. Right next to Desert Botanical Gardens and Phoenix Zoo.
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Parque Papago
625 N Galvin Pkwy
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Great place to watch the sunset. Can be crowded during certain times. Lots of hiking and mountain biking trails. Check out hole in the rock. Right next to Desert Botanical Gardens and Phoenix Zoo.
Fast & fun electric go-carts can be a bit pricey. Reserve your race online ahead of time.
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Octane Raceway
9119 Talking Stick Way
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Fast & fun electric go-carts can be a bit pricey. Reserve your race online ahead of time.
Walking, running, and biking paths alongside lake stocked with fish. Playground and wide areas to burn some energy. Can be a great place to catch a sunset over Camelback Mountain.
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Chaparral Park
5401 N Hayden Rd
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Walking, running, and biking paths alongside lake stocked with fish. Playground and wide areas to burn some energy. Can be a great place to catch a sunset over Camelback Mountain.
Classic ice cream parlor in old town Scottsdale. Check out Family Circus cartoons created by Bil Keane featuring Sugar Bowl. Has a few arcade games for kids to play.
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Sugar Bowl
4005 N Scottsdale Rd
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Classic ice cream parlor in old town Scottsdale. Check out Family Circus cartoons created by Bil Keane featuring Sugar Bowl. Has a few arcade games for kids to play.
Great place to hike just minutes away. Bring water, sunscreen, and a camera. Lots of wildlife opportunities
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McDowell Sonoran Preserve
18333 N Thompson Peak Pkwy
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Great place to hike just minutes away. Bring water, sunscreen, and a camera. Lots of wildlife opportunities
Lots of photo opportunities along the water. Rent boats, paddle boards, bikes, or scooters to explore the area.
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Lago da Cidade de Tempe
620 N Mill Ave
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Lots of photo opportunities along the water. Rent boats, paddle boards, bikes, or scooters to explore the area.
Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West
3830 N Marshall Way
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Good uphill hike. Bring lots of water and sunscreen.
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Toms Thumb
Tom's Thumb Trail
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Good uphill hike. Bring lots of water and sunscreen.
Good uphill hike, bring water and sunscreen.
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Pinnacle Peak
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Good uphill hike, bring water and sunscreen.
Spend an hour hitting golf balls amongst friends and cold beverages.
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Topgolf
9500 Talking Stick Way
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Spend an hour hitting golf balls amongst friends and cold beverages.
Great place to catch the Cubs at spring training located a few minutes away from the condo in Mesa, Arizona.
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Cubs Mesa Arizona
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Great place to catch the Cubs at spring training located a few minutes away from the condo in Mesa, Arizona.
Home of San Francisco Giants spring training located in old town Scottsdale a short drive or bike ride from condo.
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Estádio de Scottsdale
7408 E Osborn Rd
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Home of San Francisco Giants spring training located in old town Scottsdale a short drive or bike ride from condo.
Check out a Arizona Diamondbacks or Colorado Rockies spring training game just minutes away from the condo.
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Salt River Fields em Talking Stick
7555 N Pima Rd
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Check out a Arizona Diamondbacks or Colorado Rockies spring training game just minutes away from the condo.
Family fun arcade, bowling, laser tag, virtual reality games, and more with full menu and bar.
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Mavrix
9139 Talking Stick Way
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Family fun arcade, bowling, laser tag, virtual reality games, and more with full menu and bar.

Neighborhoods

Short walk/bike ride along canal to world class shopping at Fashion Square Mall, old town art district, and restaurants. Check out Thursday evening art walk.
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Old Town Scottsdale
3200 N Scottsdale Rd
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Short walk/bike ride along canal to world class shopping at Fashion Square Mall, old town art district, and restaurants. Check out Thursday evening art walk.

Food scene

Start your day at least once with a classic diner breakfast at Randy's. It is cash only just a short walk, bike ride, or drive from the condo located in same shopping center as Safeway.
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Randy's Restaurant & Ice Cream
7904 E Chaparral Rd
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Start your day at least once with a classic diner breakfast at Randy's. It is cash only just a short walk, bike ride, or drive from the condo located in same shopping center as Safeway.
Stock up on all vacation necessities at Safeway less than a mile from the condo. Has a large wine selection and a Starbucks inside.
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Safeway
7920 E Chaparral Rd
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Stock up on all vacation necessities at Safeway less than a mile from the condo. Has a large wine selection and a Starbucks inside.
Much wider selection of organic fruits & veggies than Safeway, Fry's, or Basha's. Short drive from condo.
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Sprouts Farmers Market
8787 N Scottsdale Rd
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Much wider selection of organic fruits & veggies than Safeway, Fry's, or Basha's. Short drive from condo.
Tucked along canal right next to Fashion Square Mall offers great food and drink selection.
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Olive & Ivy
7135 E Camelback Rd
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Tucked along canal right next to Fashion Square Mall offers great food and drink selection.
Good selection of sandwiches and salads right across the street from McCormick Stillman Train Park.
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Wildflower Bread Company
7001 N Scottsdale Rd
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Good selection of sandwiches and salads right across the street from McCormick Stillman Train Park.
Looking a delicious meal with fantastic service? Check it out and thank us later ;)
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Maple & Ash
7135 E Camelback Rd
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Looking a delicious meal with fantastic service? Check it out and thank us later ;)
Check them out for taco Tuesday located right on the canal in old town.
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Barrio Queen
7114 E Stetson Dr
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Check them out for taco Tuesday located right on the canal in old town.
It's not cheap but definitely offers some world class food. Many nights have live music in the bar area, call to verify.
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Mastro's City Hall
6991 E Camelback Rd
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It's not cheap but definitely offers some world class food. Many nights have live music in the bar area, call to verify.
Trader Joe's has a wide selection of quick and easy meals along with a good selection of wine.
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Trader Joe's
7720 W Bell Rd
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Trader Joe's has a wide selection of quick and easy meals along with a good selection of wine.
Cool vibes, classic black & white movies, and well thought out libations. Has good drinks and food although a bit pricey.
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The Canal Club
4925 N Scottsdale Rd
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Cool vibes, classic black & white movies, and well thought out libations. Has good drinks and food although a bit pricey.
Healthy selection of food and fresh juices for lunch. Looking for something light for breakfast- try a fresh fruit pitaya bowl.
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Original ChopShop
7158 E 5th Ave
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Healthy selection of food and fresh juices for lunch. Looking for something light for breakfast- try a fresh fruit pitaya bowl.
Great place to watch the sun set over a happy hour menu.
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Lou's Bar and Grill - Papago Golf Course
5595 Karsten
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Great place to watch the sun set over a happy hour menu.
Wide selection of drinks and snacks.
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Postino Highland
4821 N Scottsdale Rd
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Wide selection of drinks and snacks.
High end grocery store offering food and beverages found at most big box grocery stores.
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Ajs Fine Foods
7141 E Lincoln Dr
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High end grocery store offering food and beverages found at most big box grocery stores.
Delicious pizza in the heart of old town Scottsdale - across the street from Sugar Bowl ice cream parlor.
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Grimaldi's Pizzeria
4000 N Scottsdale Rd
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Delicious pizza in the heart of old town Scottsdale - across the street from Sugar Bowl ice cream parlor.
Great way to start your Saturday. Wide variety of food and drinks.
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Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market - open October through May
3806 N Brown Ave
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Great way to start your Saturday. Wide variety of food and drinks.
Great place to stock up for vacation goodies and gas. Always crowded on weekends.
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Costco Wholesale
15255 N Hayden Rd
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Great place to stock up for vacation goodies and gas. Always crowded on weekends.
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Blanco Tacos + Tequila
6166 N Scottsdale Rd
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Breakfast Club
4400 N Scottsdale Rd
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Pizzeria Bianco
623 E Adams St
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Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers
4222 N Scottsdale Rd
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Conselho para os viajantes

Transporte

Free Scottsdale Trolley System

Scottsdale's trolley system connects riders to entertainment, shopping, dining, schools, parks, libraries, community centers and more. The trolley offers three fixed routes with connections to Valley Metro Transit and the Tempe Orbit. Visit the Valley Metro website to create a e-transit book, or download the Valley Metro App to plan your trip and track your bus or light rail in real time.
O que levar

It’s a dry heat.

Bring sunglasses, comfortable sandals, hiking shoes, sun tan lotion, and water bottle to ensure proper enjoyment of desert.