Welcome to the Valley of the sun!

We hope you love Scottsdale as much as we do! Below are a few recommendations of things to do around town.

Places to Eat/Drink

El Chorro - One of our absolute favorites - enjoy views of Camelback Mountain with great southwestern cuisine and drinks

Toro Latin Restaurant & Rum Bar - Located just 1 mile from The Fairmont Princess and on the 18th hole of the TPC Scottsdale Championship course, Toro is a Pan-Latin casual restaurant (highly recommend the La Bomba dessert!) with an upbeat atmosphere and over 151 rums to taste

Quill Creek Cafe - American/Southwestern restaurant located on Grayhawk Golf Club with beautiful views of the golf course and mountains

Oregano's Pizza - Best pizza in Scottsdale.  Be sure to order the pizza cookie for dessert! 

North Italia, Zinc Bistro and Shake Shack located in Kierland Commons

Grazie's located in Scottsdale Quarter

Things to do

Shopping:
Scottsdale Fashion Square - adjacent to Camelback Mountain
Kierland Commons - outdoor shops and a variety of restaurants/bars
Old Town Scottsdale - the original townsite of Scottsdale. This district offers boutique shopping alongside souvenirs and jewelry with a Southwestern flair.  The Scottsdale Art Galleries are also located in Old Town.

Hiking
Gateway Loop Trail - 4.3 mile moderate trail with spectacular views of Scottsdale
Camelback Mountain - 2 different trails, Cholla Trail (easier) and Echo Canyon (harder), offer nearly 3 miles of gorgeous views of Paradise Valley and Scottsdale

Golf
Fairmont Princess - Two courses including the TPC Championship Course where the Waste Management Open is held each year
The Westin Kierland Golf Club
Grayhawk
Top Golf Driving Range

Road Trip
Sedona, AZ - Located 2 hours north, Sedona offers hiking, museums and breathtaking views of the red rocks they are known for
Grand Canyon - Located about 4-5 hours north

Football
If you are in town early, the Phoenix Cardinals play the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday, November 9th