Guidebook for Phoenix

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Guidebook for Phoenix

Parks & Nature

The panoramic view from the "hump" of this iconic landmark, named for its resemblance to a kneeling camel, is worth scaling its two tricky trails, Echo Canyon and Cholla. Hikers gain 1,200 feet in elevation to the summit, which looks out over the city and Phoenix Mountains Preserve. Camelback is one of the most popular urban hiking spots in Phoenix, so expect trail traffic and consider hiking on weekdays. During hot-weather months, hike in the early morning and drink plenty of water.
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Sendero Echo Canyon y Área de Recreación
East McDonald Drive
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The panoramic view from the "hump" of this iconic landmark, named for its resemblance to a kneeling camel, is worth scaling its two tricky trails, Echo Canyon and Cholla. Hikers gain 1,200 feet in elevation to the summit, which looks out over the city and Phoenix Mountains Preserve. Camelback is one of the most popular urban hiking spots in Phoenix, so expect trail traffic and consider hiking on weekdays. During hot-weather months, hike in the early morning and drink plenty of water.
Looking for great outdoor recreation just minutes from downtown and the airport? Take a hike around the red butte formations in Papago Park, including the iconic Hole-in-the-Rock; cast a line in seven acres of stocked fishing lagoons; enjoy a round at Papago Golf Course; or access the nearby Phoenix Zoo and Desert Botanical Garden.
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Parque Papago
625 N Galvin Pkwy
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Looking for great outdoor recreation just minutes from downtown and the airport? Take a hike around the red butte formations in Papago Park, including the iconic Hole-in-the-Rock; cast a line in seven acres of stocked fishing lagoons; enjoy a round at Papago Golf Course; or access the nearby Phoenix Zoo and Desert Botanical Garden.
The winding paths of this 50-acre desert garden showcase a fantastic variety of arid plants, from towering saguaros to delicate blooms. This beautiful landscape is also the backdrop for the garden’s seasonal events. During the winter months, thousands of luminaria bags and twinkling lights transform the garden for Las Noches de Las Luminarias, a holiday tradition.
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Desert Botanical Garden
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The winding paths of this 50-acre desert garden showcase a fantastic variety of arid plants, from towering saguaros to delicate blooms. This beautiful landscape is also the backdrop for the garden’s seasonal events. During the winter months, thousands of luminaria bags and twinkling lights transform the garden for Las Noches de Las Luminarias, a holiday tradition.
Boasting 50 miles of trails through 16,000 acres of the Sonoran Desert, this municipal park is perfectly suited for outdoor adventure just minutes from the city. The skyline views and Sonoran Desert flora aren't the park's only perks. Keep a lookout for ancient petroglyphs carved into the rocks (we've got details in this blog post). If you'd rather drive than hike, bike or hoof it up the trails, hop on the 5.5-mile Summit Road up to Dobbins Lookout, the highest accessible point in the preserve.
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South Mountain Park/Preserve - Ranger Station
10211 S Central Ave
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Boasting 50 miles of trails through 16,000 acres of the Sonoran Desert, this municipal park is perfectly suited for outdoor adventure just minutes from the city. The skyline views and Sonoran Desert flora aren't the park's only perks. Keep a lookout for ancient petroglyphs carved into the rocks (we've got details in this blog post). If you'd rather drive than hike, bike or hoof it up the trails, hop on the 5.5-mile Summit Road up to Dobbins Lookout, the highest accessible point in the preserve.

Arts & Culture

See, hear and even play instruments from every corner of the world in a one-of-a-kind collection. The Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) tunes you into thousands of instrument sounds with a headset that syncs seamlessly as you move through its galleries. Take a world tour of cultural instruments and pop culture artists, and return for a live music experience at MIM Music Theater, a year-round concert series hosting more than 200 international acts.
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Museo de Instrumentos Musicales
4725 E Mayo Blvd
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See, hear and even play instruments from every corner of the world in a one-of-a-kind collection. The Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) tunes you into thousands of instrument sounds with a headset that syncs seamlessly as you move through its galleries. Take a world tour of cultural instruments and pop culture artists, and return for a live music experience at MIM Music Theater, a year-round concert series hosting more than 200 international acts.
The tradition, culture and history of 22 regional American Indian tribes converge in the Heard Museum's immersive exhibits and authentic art shop. Through art and cultural objects, the museum’s ongoing exhibits tell the stories of native people of the Southwest, from early history to powerful memories of boarding schools.
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Museo Heard
2301 N Central Ave
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The tradition, culture and history of 22 regional American Indian tribes converge in the Heard Museum's immersive exhibits and authentic art shop. Through art and cultural objects, the museum’s ongoing exhibits tell the stories of native people of the Southwest, from early history to powerful memories of boarding schools.
With an eclectic mix of art galleries, boutique shops, coffee houses, restaurants and more, this downtown neighborhood was recently named by USA Today as one of the country’s 10 Best City Art Districts . The neighborhood’s monthly First Fridays art walk brings the community together for a night of arts, music, food and more as more than 70 art galleries and spaces open their doors for free.
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First Friday Roosevelt Row
333 E Roosevelt St
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With an eclectic mix of art galleries, boutique shops, coffee houses, restaurants and more, this downtown neighborhood was recently named by USA Today as one of the country’s 10 Best City Art Districts . The neighborhood’s monthly First Fridays art walk brings the community together for a night of arts, music, food and more as more than 70 art galleries and spaces open their doors for free.
The Southwest's largest fine art museum features a collection of contemporary work and global masterpieces. Complementing the museum's galleries of fine art and objects from Asia, America, Europe and beyond are rotating exhibitions. Want to see the permanent collections for free (and the special exhibitions at a discount)? Visit Wednesdays from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. during voluntary donation time, or the second Sunday of the month from noon to 5 p.m. for Free Family Sundays.
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Museo de Arte de Phoenix
1625 N Central Ave
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The Southwest's largest fine art museum features a collection of contemporary work and global masterpieces. Complementing the museum's galleries of fine art and objects from Asia, America, Europe and beyond are rotating exhibitions. Want to see the permanent collections for free (and the special exhibitions at a discount)? Visit Wednesdays from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. during voluntary donation time, or the second Sunday of the month from noon to 5 p.m. for Free Family Sundays.
From classic productions, to one-man/woman shows, to ballet, opera, seasonal favorites and more, these two spots will keep your cultural calendar filled. Take a quick midday culture break with the Herberger’s Lunch Time Theater. Herberger Theater Center: 222 E Monroe St, Phoenix 85004 602-254-7399 Phoenix Symphony Hall: 75 N 2nd St, Phoenix 85004 602-262-6225
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Herberger Theater Center
222 E Monroe St
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From classic productions, to one-man/woman shows, to ballet, opera, seasonal favorites and more, these two spots will keep your cultural calendar filled. Take a quick midday culture break with the Herberger’s Lunch Time Theater. Herberger Theater Center: 222 E Monroe St, Phoenix 85004 602-254-7399 Phoenix Symphony Hall: 75 N 2nd St, Phoenix 85004 602-262-6225
Kids can get hands-on at this fun and educational interactive museum that stimulates the senses. Climb high in their Schuff-Perini Climber, make your way through the noodle forest, pedal through the tricycle “car wash,” and more. 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix 85034 602-253-0501
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Museo Infantil de Phoenix
215 N 7th St
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Kids can get hands-on at this fun and educational interactive museum that stimulates the senses. Climb high in their Schuff-Perini Climber, make your way through the noodle forest, pedal through the tricycle “car wash,” and more. 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix 85034 602-253-0501

Entertainment & Activities

One of the nation's largest non-profit zoos is home to more than 1,400 animals. See Sumatran tigers roam the savanna, feed giraffes in an up-close encounter and discover the local flora, fauna and critters of the Sonoran Desert on the zoo's Arizona Trail. The park is also a popular hub of recreation, including fishing in seven acres of stocked lagoons and scenic Papago Golf Course, set at the base of Papago’s buttes.
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Zoológico de Phoenix
455 N Galvin Pkwy
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One of the nation's largest non-profit zoos is home to more than 1,400 animals. See Sumatran tigers roam the savanna, feed giraffes in an up-close encounter and discover the local flora, fauna and critters of the Sonoran Desert on the zoo's Arizona Trail. The park is also a popular hub of recreation, including fishing in seven acres of stocked lagoons and scenic Papago Golf Course, set at the base of Papago’s buttes.
This beautifully restored 1929 venue is home to a variety of concerts and performances throughout the year. Even if you can’t make it to a show, you should take a free tour of the historic building, offered monthly and based on availability. Contact them for more info.
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Orpheum Theatre Phoenix
203 W Adams St
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This beautifully restored 1929 venue is home to a variety of concerts and performances throughout the year. Even if you can’t make it to a show, you should take a free tour of the historic building, offered monthly and based on availability. Contact them for more info.
Located in the heart of downtown Phoenix, CityScape is a dynamic, urban, mixed-use destination that brings together a dazzling office tower, boutique hotel, residential apartments and a smart collection of retail shops, restaurants and sophisticated entertainment attractions - all centered on an energy-filled, open plaza. CityScape is two city blocks of excitement: For a quick lunch, after work drinks, the perfect first date or a casual dinner with friends, CityScape's 20+ restaurants include The Arrogant Butcher, Tilted Kilt, Five Guys, Blue Hound Kitchen & Cocktails and more. Sophisticated entertainment and nightlife at Stand up Live, Copper Blues, Gypsy Bar and Lucky Strike.
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CityScape
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Located in the heart of downtown Phoenix, CityScape is a dynamic, urban, mixed-use destination that brings together a dazzling office tower, boutique hotel, residential apartments and a smart collection of retail shops, restaurants and sophisticated entertainment attractions - all centered on an energy-filled, open plaza. CityScape is two city blocks of excitement: For a quick lunch, after work drinks, the perfect first date or a casual dinner with friends, CityScape's 20+ restaurants include The Arrogant Butcher, Tilted Kilt, Five Guys, Blue Hound Kitchen & Cocktails and more. Sophisticated entertainment and nightlife at Stand up Live, Copper Blues, Gypsy Bar and Lucky Strike.
The Arizona Diamondbacks entered Major League Baseball on March 31, 1998 and quickly secured their place in baseball history, winning the 2001 World Series against the NY Yankees in a thrilling come-from-behind victory. Since the team's inaugural season, over 25 million fans have enjoyed watching the D-backs at Chase Field. A wide variety of D-backs ticket options give fans the ability to choose their baseball experience, ranging from an affordable family outing with tickets starting at just $5 to all-inclusive VIP treatment that includes a seat right beside the dugout. Special group rates are available any day of the week, including half-price discounts on Mondays and Tuesdays.
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Chase Field
401 E Jefferson St
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The Arizona Diamondbacks entered Major League Baseball on March 31, 1998 and quickly secured their place in baseball history, winning the 2001 World Series against the NY Yankees in a thrilling come-from-behind victory. Since the team's inaugural season, over 25 million fans have enjoyed watching the D-backs at Chase Field. A wide variety of D-backs ticket options give fans the ability to choose their baseball experience, ranging from an affordable family outing with tickets starting at just $5 to all-inclusive VIP treatment that includes a seat right beside the dugout. Special group rates are available any day of the week, including half-price discounts on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Home to The Arizona Cardinals are a professional American football franchise based in the Phoenix metropolitan area. The Cardinals compete in the National Football League as a member of the league's National Football Conference West division.
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University of Phoenix Stadium
1 Cardinals Dr
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Home to The Arizona Cardinals are a professional American football franchise based in the Phoenix metropolitan area. The Cardinals compete in the National Football League as a member of the league's National Football Conference West division.

Food Scene

Like the 19th-century homes nearby, the restaurants in downtown's Heritage Square are making history: Both Pizzeria Bianco (heralded as the best pizza in the nation) and Nobuo at Teeter House (sophisticated Japanese offered tapas-style) are James Beard Award winners.
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Nobuo at Teeter House
622 E Adams St
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Like the 19th-century homes nearby, the restaurants in downtown's Heritage Square are making history: Both Pizzeria Bianco (heralded as the best pizza in the nation) and Nobuo at Teeter House (sophisticated Japanese offered tapas-style) are James Beard Award winners.
Set in a restored 1913 bungalow, Cibo (pronounced "CHEE-boh") has hardwood floors, exposed brick, a stained-glass panel and a fireplace to set the mood while revitalizing the downtown Phoenix area with beautiful salads, antipasto, artisanal pizzas and housemade fresh pasta.
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CIBO
603 N 5th Ave
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Set in a restored 1913 bungalow, Cibo (pronounced "CHEE-boh") has hardwood floors, exposed brick, a stained-glass panel and a fireplace to set the mood while revitalizing the downtown Phoenix area with beautiful salads, antipasto, artisanal pizzas and housemade fresh pasta.
Pizzeria Bianco has been bringing pizza fans to downtown Phoenix for years. Now, with the addition of two more pizzerias this summer, plus local favorite Cibo, downtown Phoenix can join New York and Chicago as a must-see destination for pizza connoisseurs. || 623 E Adams St Phoenix, AZ — 85004 602 258 8300 || 4743 N 20th St Phoenix, AZ — 85016 602 368 3273 || 4404 N Central Ave Phoenix, AZ — 85012 602 234 2100 ||
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Pizzeria Bianco
623 E Adams St
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Pizzeria Bianco has been bringing pizza fans to downtown Phoenix for years. Now, with the addition of two more pizzerias this summer, plus local favorite Cibo, downtown Phoenix can join New York and Chicago as a must-see destination for pizza connoisseurs. || 623 E Adams St Phoenix, AZ — 85004 602 258 8300 || 4743 N 20th St Phoenix, AZ — 85016 602 368 3273 || 4404 N Central Ave Phoenix, AZ — 85012 602 234 2100 ||
Dine on delicious seasonal cuisine while taking in the panoramic views of greater Phoenix at the Hyatt Regency Phoenix’s revolving rooftop restaurant. 602-440-3166
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Compass Arizona Grill
122 North 2nd Street
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Dine on delicious seasonal cuisine while taking in the panoramic views of greater Phoenix at the Hyatt Regency Phoenix’s revolving rooftop restaurant. 602-440-3166
Rub elbows with the city’s movers and shakers at this bustling CityScape restaurant. Steaks, seafood and more are on the menu, but don’t leave without indulging in their house soft pretzels and provolone fondue. || 602-324-8502
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The Arrogant Butcher
2 E Jefferson St
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Rub elbows with the city’s movers and shakers at this bustling CityScape restaurant. Steaks, seafood and more are on the menu, but don’t leave without indulging in their house soft pretzels and provolone fondue. || 602-324-8502
They keep it simple at Matt’s. Fresh local ingredients. Deliciously addictive fare. Friendly service. It’s what keeps the locals coming back, even with waits regularly reaching more than an hour during peak times, and it’s why they were featured on the Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives. || 602-254-1074
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Matt's Big Breakfast
825 N 1st St
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They keep it simple at Matt’s. Fresh local ingredients. Deliciously addictive fare. Friendly service. It’s what keeps the locals coming back, even with waits regularly reaching more than an hour during peak times, and it’s why they were featured on the Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives. || 602-254-1074
This award-winning spot uses only fresh, simple foods when creating their Jamaican cuisine creations. Love rum? They’ve got more than 100 rums of all different styles and distillation techniques. || 602-267-1266
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The Breadfruit & Rum Bar
1 E Pierce St
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This award-winning spot uses only fresh, simple foods when creating their Jamaican cuisine creations. Love rum? They’ve got more than 100 rums of all different styles and distillation techniques. || 602-267-1266
This is one of the best place’s to be if you’re up late in downtown. The kitchen cooks until 1 a.m. and the bar pours for another 30 minutes after that. Let the bartender mix you up one of their classic cocktails while dining on pizza, sandwiches and salads. Don’t leave without checking out their upstairs bathrooms and downstairs basement (we won’t ruin the surprises as to why). || 602-252-2285
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Hanny's
40 N 1st St
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This is one of the best place’s to be if you’re up late in downtown. The kitchen cooks until 1 a.m. and the bar pours for another 30 minutes after that. Let the bartender mix you up one of their classic cocktails while dining on pizza, sandwiches and salads. Don’t leave without checking out their upstairs bathrooms and downstairs basement (we won’t ruin the surprises as to why). || 602-252-2285
This casual community spot is a serves up fresh, local, seasonal cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Their airy patio is a popular spot to dine and drink on a beautiful Phoenix day. Don’t pass on their deliciously tempting pastries. || 602-253-2700
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Phoenix Public Market
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This casual community spot is a serves up fresh, local, seasonal cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Their airy patio is a popular spot to dine and drink on a beautiful Phoenix day. Don’t pass on their deliciously tempting pastries. || 602-253-2700
Cocina Madrigal is a highly stylized restaurant with a fun, high-energy vibe and flavorful menu, embodying traditional and modern elements. In addition to being a pacefull lunch and dinner spot, Cocina Madrigal (Tacos & Tequila) is the popular place for happy hour and dinner. || 602-243-9000
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Cocina Madrigal Tacos + Tequila
4044 S 16th St
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Cocina Madrigal is a highly stylized restaurant with a fun, high-energy vibe and flavorful menu, embodying traditional and modern elements. In addition to being a pacefull lunch and dinner spot, Cocina Madrigal (Tacos & Tequila) is the popular place for happy hour and dinner. || 602-243-9000
Located in the heart of the Roosevelt Row arts district, DeSoto serves as a gathering space for community events and houses a hall of boutique restaurants including seafood, Latin American-Asian fusion and a burger joint.
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Desoto Central Market
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Located in the heart of the Roosevelt Row arts district, DeSoto serves as a gathering space for community events and houses a hall of boutique restaurants including seafood, Latin American-Asian fusion and a burger joint.

Sightseeing

Southwestern arts and hip eateries line the streets of Old Town, a popular destination for Greater Phoenix shopping and nightlife. If you're hunting for a souvenir, you'll find your fill of old-fashioned flair (think cowboy hats and turquoise jewelry) alongside upscale art galleries and trendy boutiques in the Fifth Avenue district. The area is also a hot spot for after-dark dancing, lounging and libations.
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Old Town Scottsdale
3200 N Scottsdale Rd
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Southwestern arts and hip eateries line the streets of Old Town, a popular destination for Greater Phoenix shopping and nightlife. If you're hunting for a souvenir, you'll find your fill of old-fashioned flair (think cowboy hats and turquoise jewelry) alongside upscale art galleries and trendy boutiques in the Fifth Avenue district. The area is also a hot spot for after-dark dancing, lounging and libations.
Tours of Taliesin West, Frank Lloyd Wright's winter home, give insight on how the masterful architect was inspired by the desert surroundings. Visitors walk through rooms, gardens, walkways and Wright's entertainment pavilion on the grounds while learning about his organic architecture.
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Taliesin West
12621 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd
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Tours of Taliesin West, Frank Lloyd Wright's winter home, give insight on how the masterful architect was inspired by the desert surroundings. Visitors walk through rooms, gardens, walkways and Wright's entertainment pavilion on the grounds while learning about his organic architecture.

Drinks & Nightlife

This ain’t your typical movie theater. FilmBar is a 21-and-over only theater with more than 20 craft beers on tap and a dozen types of wine to sip while checking out an eclectic mix of new, classic, indie, and cult flicks. Can’t stick around for a movie? The bar is open for non filmgoers, too. 815 N. 2nd St., Phoenix 85004 602-595-9187
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FilmBar
815 N 2nd St
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This ain’t your typical movie theater. FilmBar is a 21-and-over only theater with more than 20 craft beers on tap and a dozen types of wine to sip while checking out an eclectic mix of new, classic, indie, and cult flicks. Can’t stick around for a movie? The bar is open for non filmgoers, too. 815 N. 2nd St., Phoenix 85004 602-595-9187
If you’re looking for something a little more than a whiskey and coke, head to this spot located in the historic Luhrs Building for a new taste from the bar’s massive book of cocktails. Whether it’s sweet, sour, simple, strong, or anything in between, their talented staff will find the perfect drink for you. || 602-340-1924
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Bitter & Twisted Cocktail Parlour
1 W Jefferson St
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If you’re looking for something a little more than a whiskey and coke, head to this spot located in the historic Luhrs Building for a new taste from the bar’s massive book of cocktails. Whether it’s sweet, sour, simple, strong, or anything in between, their talented staff will find the perfect drink for you. || 602-340-1924
Copper Blues Rock Pub & Kitchen features a delicious modern pub fare menu created in a state of the art stone hearth oven. From lunch to late-night and everything in between, feed your souls with delicious food, live music and over 60 beers on tap! Whatever you do, get ready to eat, drink, rock and enjoy the way things used to be. Let us assist in planning your next special event at Copper Blues. It will be our pleasure to coordinate all of the essential elements to make your event a memorable one. Copper || (480) 467-3162
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Copper Blues Rock Pub & Kitchen
50 W Jefferson St
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Copper Blues Rock Pub & Kitchen features a delicious modern pub fare menu created in a state of the art stone hearth oven. From lunch to late-night and everything in between, feed your souls with delicious food, live music and over 60 beers on tap! Whatever you do, get ready to eat, drink, rock and enjoy the way things used to be. Let us assist in planning your next special event at Copper Blues. It will be our pleasure to coordinate all of the essential elements to make your event a memorable one. Copper || (480) 467-3162

Getting Around

Valley Metro Rail (styled corporately as METRO) is a 26.3-mile (42 km) light rail line. Part of the Valley Metro public transit system, it serves the cities of Phoenix, Tempe, and Mesa. Construction began in March 2005; operation started December 27, 2008. The line had a weekday ridership of 49,416 in 2016, making it the 14th busiest light rail system in the country.
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Valley Metro Light Rail
605 S 48th St
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Valley Metro Rail (styled corporately as METRO) is a 26.3-mile (42 km) light rail line. Part of the Valley Metro public transit system, it serves the cities of Phoenix, Tempe, and Mesa. Construction began in March 2005; operation started December 27, 2008. The line had a weekday ridership of 49,416 in 2016, making it the 14th busiest light rail system in the country.