Things to Do in Tempe, Arizona

Tempe, Arizona offers scores of interesting things to do any time of year and they're all within easy reach from Airport Quality Inn Tempe hotel. Enjoy golfing at nearby Scottsdale and Phoenix golf courses. Enjoy shopping at Mill Avenue District and Old Town Scottsdale. Sun Devil Stadium and Arizona State University Tempe campus are just five minutes from the hotel. Other Phoenix area and Tempe attractions include Tempe Town Lake, Desert Botanical Garden and Arizona Science Center.

Tempe Attractions

Sun Devil Stadium -

Sun Devil Stadium, the home turf for Arizona State University athletics, accommodates 75,000 people. The stadium is an open-air facility with state-of-the-art technology for optimum viewing and support of Tempe's beloved Sun Devils. Sun Devil Stadium was the host playing field for the 1996 Super Bowl and is the former venue for the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl. Visit http://www.asu.edu/tour/tempe/stad.html.

Gammage Auditorium -

Located on the Tempe campus of Arizona State University, Gammage Auditorium is acclaimed facility for performing arts. The circular auditorium was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and is the acclaimed architect's final project. The Gammage Auditorium is among the largest presenters of university-based performing arts programs in the world. Visit www.asugammage.com.

Mill Avenue District -

Mill Avenue District is the epicenter of shopping, entertainment and dining in downtown Tempe. The Mill Avenue District features nearly 40 stores, over 70 restaurants and bars, movie theaters, live entertainment and special events, and pedestrian access to Tempe Town Lake. Visit www.millavenue.com.

Tempe Town Lake -

Find endless outdoor recreation at Tempe Town Lake. A popular spot for locals and tourists, Tempe Town Lake offers fishing, multi-use paths, parks and picnic areas, and calm waters for outrigger paddling, sailing, kayaking and rowing. Tempe Town Lake is adjacent to Mill Avenue District and is the site of nearly 100 special events each year ranging from community fun runs to the spectacular July 4th festival. Visit www.tempe.gov/lake.

Desert Botanical Garden -

Discover the beauty of the desert on display at the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix. This unique living museum features over 50,000 plants, stretches across 145 acres, and offers an extensive schedule of special events and garden and horticulture workshops. The Desert Botanical Garden also features beautifully maintained garden exhibits including the Desert Discovery Loop Trail, Sonoran Desert Nature Loop Trail, and the Berlin Agave Yucca Forest. Visit www.dbg.org.

Arizona Mills -

Find the latest trends and fashions at Arizona Mills, an outlet shopping mall in Tempe featuring over 180 stores, a 25-screen movie complex and IMAX theater, aquarium and a food court. A snapshot of shopping opportunities at Arizona Mills includes Nike Factory Store, G by Guess, Victoria's Secret, Disney Store, Juicy Couture, IZOD and Last Call by Neiman Marcus. Visit www.arizonamills.com.

Tempe Diablo Stadium -

Join the excitement at Tempe Diablo Stadium when the Angels take to the field for Spring Training. Tempe Diablo Stadium has been a staple in baseball fever since it opened in 1968. Tempe Diablo Stadium is affiliated with the Cactus League. Visit www.tempe.gov/diablo.

Chase Field -

Chase Field is home to the Arizona Diamondbacks professional baseball team and world-class entertainment. In addition to state-of-the-art sports facilities, Chase Field features a unique swimming pool, VIP lounges, a beer garden, children's play areas, and flexible space for private parties, business meetings and special events. Visit www.azchasefield.com.

Arizona Science Center -

The Arizona Science Center offers a fascinating and practical glimpse into science phenomena. The museum offers over 300 interactive exhibits and displays, an IMAX theater, workshops and presentations, and opportunities for discovery that are fun and easy to understand for visitors of all ages and backgrounds. The Arizona Science Center also features national touring exhibits such as the acclaimed Body Worlds exhibit. Visit www.azscience.org.

Pueblo Grande Museum and Archeological Park -

Step back in time to the Hohokam civilization that once populated the Valley of the Sun. The Pueblo Grande Museum and Archeological Park in Phoenix is a National Historic Landmark that honors the native Hohokam people through interesting galleries, an educational video presentation and an interpretive outdoor trail featuring prehistoric ruins and replicated village living. Visit www.pueblogrande.org.