I highly recommend visiting in the spring! There's tons of activities for all ages and interests plus the weather isn't too hot yet! It's the perfect time for outdoor activities!
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Where to Stay
Where to Eat - Family Friendly
Where to Eat - Date Night
What to Do With Kids
What to Do - Adults Only
Spring Training
Where to Stay
Resorts are great for Spring Break because they have great pools and offer so many amenities for kids and adults alike. Airbnbs & other rentals are also great options if you're looking for more space!
Great location within walking distance to shopping and restaurants! This villa style property gives you spacious rooms with kitchenettes plus the amenities of a large resort!
Vacation Resort near Phoenix | The Westin Kierland Villas, Scottsdale
Great location plus an amazing waterpark for kids and families!
Hotel in Phoenix, AZ | JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
My favorite resort! Amazing spa, lots of pools for kids and adults, PGA Level golf course and great location!
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess | Official Site
Centrally located with awesome amenities for kids and adults - pools, restaurants, golf, etc.
Arizona Biltmore | Luxury Resort in Phoenix, AZ
Where to Eat - Family Friendly
Fun atmosphere for groups and families! A few locations depending on what's convenient for you!
Classic Bar in Scottsdale | Live Music | Culinary Dropout
Order at the counter type of restaurant with great burgers and milkshakes! 2 locations
Hopdoddy Burger Bar | Fresh, Handmade Burgers
Awesome pizza with many locations!
POMO Pizzeria: Authentic Italian Pizza Experience in Arizona
Great breakfast spot with convenient locations no matter where you stay!
Find My Snooze Restaurant
Highly recommend the McDowell Mountain location for a super fun patio!
The Vig
Great spot for a quick meal or easy take out! Great for picky kids! Many locations
Healthy Food for a Happy World | Flower Child
Great spot in central Phoenix! Pizza and rotisserie chicken sounds like an unlikely combo but this menu will appeal to everyone!
House-made Pizza & Rotisserie Chicken in Phoenix | Doughbird
Mainly a takeout restaurant but they have a few table to eat in restaurant! Pizza and chicken tenders - perfect for kids! Highly recommend the Detroit Style Pizza!
Fly Bye To Go | Locations
Where to Eat - Date Night
Great menu and vibes! Highly recommend the roof top bar for a drink
FLINT by Baltaire Home | Phoenix Arizona
Unparalleled dining experience with excellent service and food! Pricey but so worth it!
Top 5 Best Restaurant in America - Cafe Monarch - Fine Dining Restaurant in Scottsdale, AZ
Great people watching and ambiance! Highly recommend!
théa Mediterranean rooftop | The Global Ambassador | Phoenix, AZ
Great location and menu! Ask for a table by the pool!
For fine dining foodies only!! Reservations are a must!
COURSE Restaurant- Fine Dining in Scottsdale, AZ
Amazing views and food - perfect for a date night!
Wrigley Mansion
What to Do With Kids
Highly recommend booking a Resort Pass for a pool day if you're staying at a rental or even just to check out another resort! Such a fun day!
ResortPass | Book a Day Pass to a Hotel or Resort starting at only $25
Day trip to Sedona! Great hiking and unique shopping! Pink Jeep tours are great too!
Experience a great family adventure in Sedona, Arizona.
Day trip to the Grand Canyon! The South Rim is a 3.5 hour drive from Phoenix and doable in a day!
Grand Canyon Visitor Center - Grand Canyon National Park (U.S. National Park Service)
Day trip to Prescott is only a 2 hour drive from Phoenix. Great hiking and a fun downtown with unique restaurants and shops!
Trip Ideas & Itineraries
Great spot for families to see desert landscapes and cacti up close! They always have different events so check the schedule! Highly recommend Music in the Garden or any event they host at night!
Homepage - Desert Botanical Garden
Great indoor activity if it gets too hot!
OdySea Aquarium in Scottsdale, AZ - The Southwest's Largest Aquarium
A great FREE museum for your car loving kids! Check hours as they are limited!
Penske Racing Museum | Penske Automall
Great park with carousel and train!
Home - McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park
Kid friendly hiking trails!
The Best Hikes for Kids in Phoenix (and Arizona!)
Phoenix Zoo is a great spot for kids! Pro Tip - Check Out Hole in the Rock just outside the zoo!
Visit the Phoenix Zoo: Tickets, Hours, & More | Phoenix Zoo
My favorite farmers market in the valley! Right in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale! Great way to spend a morning!
Farmers Market
Fun activity with a few locations in the Valley!
Golf, Party Venue, Sports Bar & Restaurant | Topgolf Phoenix - Scottsdale
2 locations in the Valley and fun for everyone!
PopStroke | Eat. Putt. Drink.
So fun for experienced players and beginners alike!
Electric Pickle
What to Do - Adults Only
Spring Restaurant Week is in May and great opportunity to try new places!
Spring Arizona Restaurant Week - Phoenix AZ,
Hiking options for adults! Pinnacle Peak and Camelback are my favorite! Bring water!
Best Hikes In and Around Phoenix
Great wine tour north of Phoenix! Great day trip!
The Verde Valley Wine Trail - Verde Valley Wine Trail
My favorite spa in the valley! Highly recommend getting a massage! Great rooftop pool too!
Spa In Scottsdale | Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
Fun experience for any car lover!
Phoenix Supercar Experience - Racing Adventures
The best shopping in the area and great restaurants too!
Scottsdale Fashion Square: Premier Scottsdale Mall
Old Town Scottsdale has so much to offer and lots of tour options to check things out!
Tours
Spring Training
The Cactus League Spring Training is spread out throughout the Valley! I highly recommend renting a car to get around. Check the schedule to find your favorite team and stadium! Also check your favorite team's schedule for any open practices or autog...
Spring Trainig games are so fun!
2025 Cactus League Spring Training Schedule & Game Info
I'm a Giants fan so Scottsdale Stadium is my favorite - located in Old Town and very convenient!
San Francisco Giants Spring Training
Cubs stadium is located in Mesa and known as Wrigley West!
Cubs Spring Training at Sloan Park | Chicago Cubs
Dodger's stadium is located in Glendale
Camelback Ranch - Glendale | MLB.com
Diamondback's stadium is located in Scottsdale!
Salt River Fields | #1 Spring Training Facility
The Ryoals and the Rangers share Suprise Stadium in Suprise, AZ
Surprise Stadium
Mariners and Padres share this stadium in Peoria
Peoria Sports Complex | Home
The Brewers play in Phoenix
American Family Fields of Phoenix | Spring Training Ballpark | Milwaukee Brewers
The Guardians and Red share a stadium in Goodyear!
Goodyear Ballpark - MLB Spring Training - Goodyear, AZ
The Angels play in Tempe
Diablo Stadium Renovations | City of Tempe, AZ
The A's play in Mesa
Hohokam Stadium
Golf
TPC Scottsdale has 2 courses and is home to the WM Phoenix! This is a must!
Stadium Course
Highly recommend this golf course!
Troon | Book tee times and earn rewards at Troon golf courses
