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Things to Do in Arizona
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items ☀️ Some of my favorite spots around Arizona. From scenic desert gardens and red rocks to cute local shops and unique vegan eats, this list is full of places I love visiting - a mix of adventure, art, and tasty bites. Perfect for exploring at your own...
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Outdoor Activities
Restaurants
Other Food & Drinks
Arts & Entertainment
Local Favorites
Outdoor Activities
🌵 Absolutely gorgeous. I loved seeing all the beautiful cacti, colorful flowers, and stunning desert views. Super peaceful and aesthetic. Perfect for a slow walk, photos, or a cute afternoon date.
Desert Botanical Garden
🌿 One of the most peaceful spots in Phoenix. Beautiful koi ponds, stone pathways, waterfalls, and perfectly manicured gardens. It feels like stepping into a calm little escape. Amazing for quiet walks, photos, and a relaxing reset.
Japanese Friendship Garden
🦒 So cute and family-friendly! Took my toddler here and we had the best time -feeding the giraffes, riding camels, and exploring all the animals. Perfect for a fun, memorable day out.
Phoenix Zoo
🍊 Absolutely magical. I love the TlaquePaque Arts & Shopping Village for unique artsy finds, the hippie vibes of downtown, and Earthbound Clothing Shop - my fave for boho, eccentric pieces. Don’t miss the Chapel of the Holy Cross and the amazing...
Visit Sedona
Restaurants
✨ My go-to spot for a delicious, healthy vegan lunch. The Dagobah Jungle is my absolute fave - fresh, flavorful, filling, and never too heavy. Great vibes, great portions, and always dependable for a quick plant-based meal.
Green New American Vegetarian | Phoenix & Tempe | Vegan Comfort Food
Perfect for a feel-good, balanced meal. I always go for their delicious quinoa bowls and the edamame dumplings — super fresh, flavorful, and great for a lighter plant-based lunch or dinner.
True Food Kitchen Phoenix
🍕 World-famous and truly some of the best pizza in the world. Wood-fired, perfectly blistered crust, simple high-quality ingredients, and consistently incredible flavor. A must-visit Arizona classic - totally worth the hype.
Pizzeria Bianco - Phoenix wood fired pizzas
🥗 Fresh, healthy, and always changing. They use seasonal ingredients and have a different assortment each day. Once I even got blue butterfly pea rice! Perfect for a vibrant, flavorful, plant-based lunch.
Deseert Roots Kitchen
Other Food & Drinks
🧋 My absolute favorite boba spot in Arizona. They have tons of creative, unique drinks and the Butterfly Pea Tea Cherry Limeade is my go-to. Super refreshing, pretty, and the perfect balance of sweet + tart.
Teacup
🍵 Hands down the best matcha. I had the Mango Sticky Rice Matcha - perfectly sweet and creamy with coconut milk and fresh mango. Absolutely delicious.
Cafe Mollie
🧋 Boba Cutea is the cutest boba shop. I won some kawaii plushies at the claw machines and got a delicious slushy boba drink. It's so aesthetic with the decor and pink cherry blossom trees.
Boba Cutea Bubble Tea Cafe
The most beautiful pink aesthetic restaurant filled with pink flower decor, bento cakes with kawaii designs and yummy treats. Perfect for a girls day and amazing photo ops!
Chez Peachy
Arts & Entertainment
I've been to some fun EDM events and a Barbie Rave at the Van Buren. It's a pretty nice venue with a yummy pizza shop next door.
The Van Buren
🏺 Beautiful and culturally rich. Amazing exhibits showcasing Native American art, history, and traditions. Perfect for a thoughtful, inspiring, and visually stunning visit.
Heard Museum
🎨 A must-visit for art lovers. Rotating exhibitions, fashion showcases, and contemporary art make it perfect for a slow, inspiring afternoon. Great for photos and soaking in creative vibes.
Phoenix Art Museum
Local Favorites
🚣 A super relaxing spot in the heart of Tempe. Perfect for kayaking, paddleboarding, or strolling along the water. Great for sunsets, photos, and a chill afternoon outdoors.
Tempe Town Lake
✨ My absolute favorite shop in Arizona. They carry really unique J‑Fashion and kawaii clothing. I’m obsessed with their clowncore collection and nostalgic pieces. Perfect for finding standout, playful outfits you won’t see anywhere else.
Alternative Fashion for All | Kei Collective