South Tempe Travel Guide
Phoenix
Visit South Tempe
Popular places to visit
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center
Enjoy a fun-filled day at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center during your trip to Tempe. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life you'll find at SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium during your visit to Tempe. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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 theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Chase Field
Catch an event at Chase Field and enjoy other activities in Phoenix such as golfing.In the area, take in the fascinating museums and desert landscapes.
Top hotels in South Tempe
Embassy Suites by Hilton Phoenix Tempe
"I always appreciate a complimentary hot breakfast included in the price of my room. This hotel had a plentiful spread with scrambled eggs, hot sausage patties, maybe hot potatoes, waffles with all the trimmings, bread for toast, cereals, yoghurt, several juices. Very nice."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Phoenix Tempe
"Staff was super friendly and helpful. Breakfast, drinks and dinner included. Will definitely stay again."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Talking Stick Resort
"Horrible customer service !!! Changed the price of my stay!!! Wouldn't change rate even after the mistake happened and pointed out at 29 min check in!!!!!! AWFUL VERY DISAPPOINTED IN WHOLE STAY...BAIT AND SWITCH TACTICS WITH RATES!!!!!!! SHAME ON RESERVATION!!!"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
"Best honeymoon ever"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
FOUNDRE Phoenix
"Even though I had to wait for my room to be cleaned and available when check in was at three, other than it was a nice place. I love how artistic and creative the room was from the way you can move the main light fixture that’s over the bed. The shower was is huge and the sitting area was cozy. And ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
"We were checked in an hour late. Water park was off on hours which made our plans different. Closing was at 10 by 9 it was closed. Open oasis was at 6am and didn’t open til 9am I don’t know how you can update and actually lets us enjoy time. The fact we got checked in an hour late but had to check ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Where to stay in South Tempe
Rio Verde Foothills
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rio Verde Foothills and surrounding area, you can visit Tonto Verde Golf Club and Golf Club Scottsdale.
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.
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.
North Phoenix
While you're in North Phoenix, take in top sights like Happy Valley Towne Centre and jump on the metro at 19th Avenue/ Dunlap Station to see more of the city.
