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  • Known as "the valley of the sun," Scottsdale is located in central Arizona, just east of Phoenix between Carefree and Tempe
  • From the Fiesta Bowl, hot air balloon flights, kayaking on the Verde River and off-road desert tours to golf, shopping, rock climbing, fine dining and art galleries, Scottsdale is a desert gem
  • Scottsdale is home to over 200 golf courses; it's a tough choice to decide which courses to play
  • As a popular meeting and incentive destination, Scottsdale holds claim to more than 300 days of sunshine every year!
  • Shop 'til you drop with Scottsdale's new upscale shopping areas such as the Scottsdale Waterfront and SouthBridge
  • Scottsdale can handle groups of all sizes, with its 20 plus hotels offering more than 3,300 hotel rooms in the downtown area alone
  • Calling all art lovers! The city boasts of more than 100 art galleries and 50 public art works
  • Fabulous dining awaits diners, many within walking distance from area hotels! With over 450 restaurants, Scottsdale offers a wide variety of cuisines - Italian, Indian, Chinese, Greek, Mexican and Thai. Southwestern and seafood restaurants are also widely available
  • Scottsdale is home to two dinner theaters, Farrelli’s Cinema Supper Club and Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre
  • For live entertainment, check out Cricket Pavilion, a 23,000 seat open-air amphitheater that hosts a variety of nationally known musical artists

The Real Deal

 
  • Summertime is hot, with daytime highs ranging from 84 to 104 degrees
  • Meeting planners have good options when it comes to selecting a DMC
  • As a desert activity, jeep tours (all-terrain, 4-wheelers) are popular among participants

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Things to do in Scottsdale

Welcome to Scottsdale, where life revolves around the ever-present sun. This premiere vacation spot boasts more sun-filled days than any other part of the country! The city’s constant warm weather is a key factor in its appeal as a top-rated tourist destination, and provides opportunities for a wealth of outdoor activities. 

Located in the heart of the greater Phoenix metropolitan area, Scottsdale’s casual and colorful Southwestern ambience reflects the rich history of its indigenous culture and society. While internationally known for its exclusive resorts and spas, the city has built a reputation made famous by its superb eateries, legendary golf courses, upscale boutiques and celebrated nightlife. Downtown Scottsdale offers a handful of shopping, arts and entertainment districts each with a distinct flavor and appeal.

By venturing into the surrounding desert, visitors may discover the true beauty of Arizona and the Southwest. Springtime brings an exceptionally brilliant array of blooms and desert plant life for all to behold. Many adventurous visitors choose to tour the desert wonderland through one of many modes of transportation such as foot, horseback, car or even hot air balloon. No matter what the reason for visiting, Scottsdale is the perfect vacation destination.
 

 

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AZ - Scottsdale, Scottsdale Airport

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  • Temperature: 24 °C
  • Wind: Calm
  • Pressure: 1006 hPa
  • Rel. Humidity: 12 %
  • Visibility: 16.1 km

City 101

  • The official currency of the United States is the U.S. dollar
  • Mountain Standard Time, North America, UTC - 7 hours
  • The official language of the United States is English
  • 120V 60 Hz
 

Best Time To Travel

Best Travel Time
  • January – March
  • October – December
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  • The weather is fantastic in the winter months; it's a great escape from the cold climates!
  • Clear skies prevail during January through March! Enjoy hot air ballooning, biking or any of the numerous outdoor activities
  • November and December are the perfect months for golf

Convention & Visitors Bureau

 

Eco Friendly Travel

Scottsdale is very green and proud of it!  From a 5,280 square foot organic garden to an on-site recycling program that recycles 1.5 tons per month, Scottsdale hotels and resorts have made major strides to being green. Visit any of the below hotels and resorts, all of which have sustainable practices in place.

Check out Scottsdale's Green Initiatives

Getting Around

There is something for everyone when it comes to moving around Scottsdale. These options include everything from its unique trolly cars and man-powered pedicabs to rental cars and private car services.

  • The Scottsdale Trolley is a free downtown shuttle for tourists and shoppers. It operates every 15 minutes, seven days a week, 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
 

Major Events

Scottsdale is home to many events throughout the year. See what's happening now!

 
 

We're Just Saying

Westin Kierland Review
by Sara Beth on Jan 28, 2010
File under: Scottsdale, Arizona

I recently spent some time at the Westin Kierland Hotel in Scottsdale, Arizona. It was my first time working with the hotel property, and I am here to tell you – I hope to have a reason to return. From the corporate meeting space to the luxury spa to the people, I think that the Kierland Resort and Spa is a top-notch property for group travel (and individuals for that matter).

Here are just a few reasons why:

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