Arizona Travel
Whether you’re a baseball fan or just a sun-worshipping traveler, you’ll find everything you need to plan a trip to the Arizona desert in this guide. Use the sites below to plan your Arizona travel, including transportation around the state, flights and hotels, and learn where the locals go to play, eat and party.
Arizona Travel Information
Arizona presents travelers with myriad possibilities. Get an overview of your choices by browsing Arizona travel information Web sites and articles on travel in the Grand Canyon State.
Top Sites for Arizona Travel Information
For official Arizona tourism resources …
The Arizona Office of Tourism
Web site provides comprehensive information specific to the city or region you plan to visit. Begin with the interactive map of Arizona for regional itineraries and feature articles, then try “What to Do” to access a range of activities in Arizona.
For an overview of Arizona attractions …
The Arizona Republic
has “destination guides” to Phoenix, Tucson, Scottsdale and more. Consult sections on things to do for families and couples, get the critics’ dining picks and find suggested itineraries based on interests like golf, shopping and fine art.
For Chandler …
The City of Chandler Economic Development Division
details the finer points of this centrally located, fast-growing city less than a half hour from the Phoenix airport. Chandler has a few quirks, including an ostrich festival and a historic downtown.
For Glendale …
Glendale Visitor Center
helps you find a place to stay and things to do while you’re in town. Look for details on outdoor activities, shopping, spa-going, cultural pursuits and dining options.
For Mesa …
City of Mesa
is the official site of Mesa, the third largest city in Arizona. Find typical tourism resources, including ideas for what to do.
For Peoria …
Official Tourism Site of Peoria Arizona
contains essential information for tourists, including the scoop on Peoria’s Lake Pleasant, a prime water sports location, and what’s showing at the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts.
For Phoenix …
ESPN Sports Travel City Guide to Phoenix
is geared toward sports fans heading to the city. Learn where to find unique activities like the Hall of Flame Firefighting Museum and sports venues.
Greater Phoenix Convention & Visitors Bureau
provides contact information for visitor centers and Chambers of Commerce across the Greater Phoenix area. Web sites are listed for some organizations.
For Surprise …
The City of Surprise
Web site details what's happening in Surprise with images linking to events, museums, golf courses and more.
For Tempe …
Tempe Convention and Visitors Bureau
Web site provides insight into cultural and recreational opportunities in this vibrant university town. Tempe is a hot spot for live bands, and also boasts art by Georgia O’Keefe, theater and arts festivals.
For Tucson …
Metropolitan Tucson Convention and Visitors Bureau
has separate sections for the arts, the outdoors, heritage and culture, dining and more. Get free and low cost Tucson travel guides by mail or e-mail.
For Arizona travel articles …
The New York Times
“Travel” section provides feature articles on Arizona, including popular nearby destinations like Sedona and the Grand Canyon. Find reviews of restaurants, hotels and attractions from the Times and Frommer’s on the upper left.
Things to Do in Arizona
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