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Desert Dreams: The Ultimate Arizona To-Do List
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items The list I created highlights the places I visited during my trip to Arizona, including stops in Phoenix and Page, Arizona. Each location offered something unique, from the vibrant city life in Phoenix to the stunning natural beauty around Page. I tr...
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Restaurants
Activities
Bar/Lounges
Lodging
Airport
Restaurants
These are my personal favorites that I’m sharing because I really enjoyed the food and atmosphere at each one. Each restaurant offered a memorable dining experience that I believe is worth trying.
Brunch & Sip is a popular, black and family-owned American brunch restaurant in Phoenix, Arizona. Brunch & Sip serves classic brunch foods with a twist. Brunch & Sip is known for its creative and classic brunch dishes, handcrafted cocktai...
Brunch and Sip
You should go to Maple & Ash for Tower Hour (daily from 4–6) because it’s the perfect excuse to indulge in their incredible lobster frites and/or the seafood tower. The lobster was fresh, rich, and absolutely worth it. They even gave us a welcome...
Maple & Ash: Scottsdale
Cameron Trading Post in Cameron, Arizona, is a historic 1916 trading post in route to Page, Arizona. Cameron Trading Post is known for authentic Navajo rugs, jewelry, pottery, and Southwestern art. You can grab souvenirs to take back to your friends ...
Grand Canyon Restaurant, Native American Dining, Cameron Trading Post
BirdHouse in Page, Arizona is a laid-back, award-winning spot famous for some of the best fried chicken in the state, with crispy, juicy pieces in flavors like Original, Spicy, and Honey Butter paired with craft beers and tasty sides. Whether you’re ...
BirdHouse
Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles is a must-visit Phoenix spot known for its crispy fried chicken and fluffy, buttery waffles that deliver true Southern comfort food. The fun atmosphere and menu items with playful names like Nay-Nay’s and Tre Tre’s make ...
Lolo's Chicken & Waffles
If you’re looking for a vibrant yet refined dining experience in Scottsdale, Cala Scottsdale delivers coastal Mediterranean flavors, stunning design, and an energetic atmosphere that feels like a chic getaway without leaving town. From beautifully pl...
Modern Coastal Cocktails & Cuisine at Cala: A Mediterranean Escape
You have to experience Toca Madera. It’s not just dinner, it’s a full show. They had aerial dancers moving through the restaurant, live music setting the vibe, and drinks brought out on fire. The energy, the entertainment, and the upscale Mexican foo...
Toca Madera: Scottsdale
Activities
While I was in Arizona, I made it a point to really explore and a few experiences stood out. The activities in this section are the ones that I highly recommend.
If you want to see the red rocks of Sedona up close without worrying about maps or rough roads, a tour with Pink Jeep Tours makes it easy and fun. You’ll ride out to amazing views with a knowledgeable guide who shares cool local stories, so you can j...
Pink Jeep Tours
Book a tour with Ken's Tours to explore the stunning curves and glowing sandstone walls of the Lower Antelope Canyon near Page, Arizona where a local Navajo guide leads you through one of the most beautiful slot canyons in the world. While no bags or...
Lower Antelope Canyon Tours
While you’re already visiting Page, Arizona and the Antelope Canyon, make sure to visit Horseshoe Bend before you leave. Horseshoe Bend is near Page and is a must-do because the easy 1.5-mile round-trip walk rewards you with an unforgettable panorami...
Horseshoe Bend | Official Site
If you enjoy escape rooms like we do, Bam Kazam in Scottsdale, Arizona is such a fun twist on the idea. It’s not just standing in one room solving clues you’re moving from challenge to challenge, working together, thinking fast, and sometimes even cl...
Bam Kazam - The Human Arcade - Adventures for your mind and body!
While you are in Phoenix, Arizona, Hole-in-the-Rock at Papago Park is a must-see. It’s an easy hike which leads to a natural sandstone formation with stunning views of the city and desert. It’s the perfect spot to explore, snap photos, and feel conne...
Papago Park: Hole In The Rock
Check out the Desert Botanical Garden to see amazing cacti and desert plants up close while enjoying peaceful walking paths. It’s a great spot to relax, take photos, and learn about the desert without ever leaving the city.
Desert Botanical Garden
If you want a day to truly unwind, the spa at Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is the perfect escape. After your massage or facial, you get full access to the spa all day, so you can lounge in the pools, steam rooms, and relaxation areas at your own pace...
Spa In Scottsdale | Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
The Arch is one of those off‑the‑beaten‑path gems that feels rewarding and peaceful. It sits being a Shell gas station. It’s a quick and memorable stop that’s especially great if you’re exploring the other iconic landscapes around Page, Arizona.
Shell Cave: Biidi The Arch
Bar/Lounges
For a fun night out, the bar and lounge spots I recommend offer great drinks in a lively yet comfortable atmosphere. They’re perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring, meeting locals, or just enjoying a relaxed evening with friends.
For an unforgettable evening filled with charm and character, head to The Beverly on Main in the heart of Scottsdale, where a speakeasy-inspired ambiance meets expertly crafted cocktails. Tucked along Main Street, it’s the perfect spot to unwind with...
The Beverly on Main | Cocktail Lounge in Scottsdale, AZ
Step into vintage glamour at The Beverly on Main in Scottsdale, Arizona where velvet booths, craft cocktails, and an intimate speakeasy. It’s the perfect spot for unforgettable date nights, celebratory toasts, and stylish evenings out in the desert. ...
Tell Your Friends - Scottsdale's Premier Speakeasy Experience
Lodging
Theses are our lodging accommodations for Scottsdale/Phoenix and Page, Arizona.
We stayed at an Airbnb in Scottsdale, Arizona that we absolutely loved. It was one of those places that instantly felt comfortable the moment we walked in. Everything was spotless. The kitchen, bathrooms, and linens you could tell the host really ca...
Home in Scottsdale · ★New · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Page - Lake Powell Area was a really nice and comfortable place to stay, with clean rooms and a welcoming atmosphere that made it easy to relax after a long day of exploring. I know you might be hesitant when you hear...
Page Hotels | Top Hotels in Page, Arizona by IHG
Airport
This is the airport we flew into for the Phoenix, Scottsdale and surrounding areas.
Flying into Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is the best option if you’re visiting Scottsdale, Phoenix, and Page because it’s centrally located. It’s only about 15–20 minutes from both Scottsdale and most areas of Phoenix, making it extremely...
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport - Official Site