Attractions By City In Phoenix Metro Area

by Sr. Editor on February 19, 2008

One of the best things about looking at apartments Phoenix has to offer is discovering how many attractions this metro area boasts. There is literally never a shortage of fun things to do in the Phoenix area.

As you explore apartments in Phoenix, you’ll find many of the small cities that surround Phoenix itself also hold treasures worth visiting. Some of the best attractions in the Phoenix area, by city, include:

Phoenix: The Valley of the Sun

The city of Phoenix itself is home to some major attractions. Some of the destinations that people who rent apartments in Phoenix enjoy checking out include the Hall of Flame Museum of Firefighting, the Phoenix Zoo, the Arizona Capitol Museum, the Arizona Historical Society Museum in Pagago Park, the Arizona Science Center and downtown Phoenix’s Washington Street.

Chandler

This community is a short drive for those who rent apartments Phoenix has to offer. It is home to the annual Ostrich Festival and the 1st Wednesday ArtWalk.

Fountain Hills

Located within the Phoenix metro area, this city is home to Fort McDowell Adventures. A customized adventure or event can be created for you with including anything and everything from a wine tasting, to hiking excursions, to a petting zoo. There’s even a featured Wild West Experience.

Gilbert

The Riparian Preserve, home to some of the best bird watching in the state, is located in this community near Phoenix. Over 50 bird species have been spotted on this preserve so let the Friends of Audubon Arizona take your family on a free introductory bird walk.

Mesa

A destination in and of itself, Mesa is home to the Arizona Museum of Natural History, Amazing Jake’s and a number of other attractions people living in Phoenix apartments like to explore. And for the adrenaline junkie, take flight with Fighter Combat International.

Glendale

Among other attractions, this community is home to the Bead Museum and here you can experience the “History of Beads” exhibit, a chronological look at the history of 100’s of original beads and where they came from. And for the newcomer’s with a sweet tooth you can’t miss the Glendale Chocolate Affaire.

Scottsdale

Residents of Phoenix will find the short drive to this city pays off with a chance to take in the Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Auction and the Fiesta Bowl Museum.

Surprise

This little town is home to the Ken McDonald Golf Course, an 18 hole par 72 championship golf course with a full service restaurant and bar, and the West Valley Art Museum.

Tempe

Another destination all on its own, Tempe boasts the Big Surf Waterpark and plays host to P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon. Whether you’re 18 or 80 years old, you’ll enjoy the breathtaking desert scenery on this 26.2 mile run with live music every mile.

The Greater Metropolitan Phoenix area is home to a number of attractions, festivals and historic landmarks. If you’re looking at apartments Phoenix has to offer, you’ll find most are well situated for taking it all in.

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