Things to Do in Phoenix: Shopping, Sports & Family Sights

This exceptional public course was given an extreme makeover, leading to vast improvements and remains one of the region's most popular spots to tee off.

This venerable venue covers 900,000 square feet of space for meetings, trade shows, and conferences. It's also home to the largest ballroom in all of Arizona.

Indulge in cuisine from around the globe, including Asian, Mexican, Italian, and Southwestern. And don’t forget the Irish pubs, wine bars, and food trucks.

Come see your team take on the 2001 Major League Baseball World Champions, the Arizona Diamondbacks at one of their home games at Chase Field.

There’s even more to this 140-acre sight than its 50,000 plant displays. Activities range from exhibitions and classes to tours and horticultural programs.

Revel in upscale retail therapy. Classic stores include Brooks Brothers, Ralph Lauren, Williams-Sonoma, and the only Saks Fifth Avenue in Arizona.

Discover exhibits like Monkey Village, Stingray Bay, and the Giraffe Encounter at this zoo which features 1,400 animals from every corner of the world.

Learn about various American Indian arts and cultures by visiting the Heard Museum. Nearly a dozen exhibits shed light on contemporary paintings and jewelry.

This singular downtown arena is where you can see a wide range of events. Treat yourself to a Phoenix Suns Basketball game, concert or Disney On Ice show.