Downtown Tempe Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Tempe Beach Park
Tempe Beach Park is just one of the places to see in Tempe, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the lakeside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Mill Avenue District
During your visit to Tempe, you can do some window-shopping at Mill Avenue District. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Arizona State University
Walk around the campus of Arizona State University, a top university in Tempe. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out the jogging trails.
Phoenix Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Phoenix Convention Center, a top convention centre in Phoenix. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Grand Canyon University
Walk around the campus of Grand Canyon University, a well-known university in Phoenix. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Talking Stick Resort Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to Talking Stick Resort Casino during your travels in Scottsdale? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Downtown Tempe
The Westin Tempe
Nice property! They won’t park full size trucks in parking garage. Rooftop bar had great views of Tempe!!
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
Great bar selection...was a bit of a bummer finding seats available at River Ranch, a little over crowded. Also finding parking with all the construction going on was challenging. But overall we do like this place come every year!
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
Nice place to relax. Resort is huge!
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Talking Stick Resort
Everything at Talking Stick was excellent food places and pools. Good services. Wonderful employees that were helpful.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix Airport North
Nice location to airport and Scottsdale. Lobby and hotel nice. Room and bed were OK
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Phoenix
Lunch menu was very nice. Drinks were great!
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Tempe
Downtown Scottsdale
While visiting Downtown Scottsdale, you might make a stop by sights like Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West and Scottsdale Waterfront.
Old Town
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Scottsdale Waterfront to Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West – discover Old Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Camelback East
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Camelback East. Spend some time visiting top spots like Biltmore Fashion Park, and catch the metro at 44th Street - Washington Station or 50th Street Station to see more of the area.
Downtown Phoenix
Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Phoenix. You can visit top attractions like Chase Field and Mortgage Matchup Center, and jump on the metro at 12th Street - Jefferson Station or 12th Street - Washington Station to see more of the city.
South Mountain
The ample dining options and top golf courses are top of the list for many visitors to South Mountain. A stop by Oasis Water Park or Arizona Grand Golf Course might round out your trip.
Encanto
Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Encanto. You can visit top attractions like Heard Museum and Phoenix Art Museum, and jump on the metro at Thomas Rd - Central Ave Station or Osborn Rd - Central Ave Station to see more of the city.
