You are here: Home > Travel Information > Destination Guides Text size A A A See what people from around the world are saying about cities we fly to and from bestjobsonline: Director of Medical Services - http://t.co/Sh1kgOox #jobs #AbrazoHealthCare #Phoenix a minute ago kylejohnH: Phoenix bound in the AM....gimme some of that hundo heat! #experiencethewarmth a minute ago ChicNSmart: RT @KanyeShrug87: RT @IsThisRealyBunz: Mike Brown is giving the commencement address at the University of Phoenix Law school graduation next weekend. <- #WELP a minute ago World / North-America / USA / Phoenix | Overview | Fast Facts | Arrive | See | Eat | Sleep | Connect The vast metropolis of Phoenix consists of 20 separate cities, including Scottsdale, Tempe, Glendale and Mesa. At the heart of the dry-as-dust Salt River Valley, surrounded by cactus-studded deserts, Arizona's capital is a popular destination for sun-seeking travellers and a great place to do business. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Currency US Dollar (USD) Address: Post Code: Tel No: Visa Requirements Under the new Electronic Travel System (ESTA) visitors must submit an online application form at least 72 hours before departure. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Language Address: Post Code: Tel No: Timezone GMT -7 Address: Post Code: Tel No: Weather Very hot summers with average daytime highs in July of 40°C. Typical daytime temperatures of 19-24°C make Nov-Mar the most popular season to visit. Rainfall is minimal year-round Address: Post Code: Tel No: Dialling Code 00 1 Address: Post Code: Tel No: Electricity 110V (Standard American two-pin plug) Address: Post Code: Tel No: Health and Safety Healthcare in the USA is high quality but expensive making comprehensive travel and medical insurance cover essential. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Flights to Phoenix arrive at Sky Harbor International Airport, situated three miles east of downtown. Taxis to downtown Phoenix cost around $12, and taxis to Scottsdale cost around $25. Super Shuttle and the new Light Rail system operate a limited downtown service for just $1.25. As the metropolitan area is so enormous, it's worth considering renting a car. Address: Post Code: Tel No: The Heard Museum The Heard Museum: This fascinating gallery showcases the cultures and lifestyles of the Southwest's Native American peoples. It displays beautiful ceramics produced by the region's ancient inhabitants, and illustrates the continuing traditions of the Navajo and Hopi tribes of northern Arizona. Address: 2301 N. Central Avenue (Central & Encanto), Phoenix Post Code:85004 Tel No:00 1 602 252 8848 Desert Botanical Garden Phoenix Art Museum: As well as wonderful Western-themed paintings and sculptures ranging from Georgia O'Keeffe to David Hockney, this huge gallery hosts large-scale exhibitions of art from all over the world. Address: 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ Post Code:85008 Tel No:00 1 480 941 1225 Taliesin West Desert Botanical Garden: Get to grips with the harsh desert environment of the so-called Valley of the Sun on a tour of these fascinating gardens. Among the extraordinary cactuses and succulents, you'll also find fabulous displays of hummingbirds and butterflies. Address: Taliesin West Post Code:85008 Tel No:00 1 480 860 2700 Quick Lunch - Cibo Restaurant Not quite what you'd expect of downtown Phoenix, Cibo Restaurant serves delicious sandwiches with freshly-made saltimbocca bread, and great salads, on the patio of an attractive century-old house. Address: 603 N Fifth Ave Post Code: Tel No:00 1 602 441 2697 Top Table - Binkley's Regularly acclaimed as Phoenix's best restaurant, Binkley's offers an irresistible take on traditional French and contemporary American cuisine. Address: 6920 E Cave Rd Scottsdale Post Code: Tel No:00 1 480 437 1072 Cheap Eat - Vincent's Market Bistro Adjoining a busy farmers' market, and the same owner's more upscale fine-dining restaurant, Vincent's Market Bistro is an inexpensive but very good bistro/deli, with a small patio, which serves French-style salads and omelettes for lunch, and varied specials for dinner. Address: 3930 E Camelback Rd Post Code: Tel No:00 1 602 224 3727 On Business - Tempe Mission Palms Hotel Close to the shops, bars and restaurants of Tempe's Mill Avenue neighbourhood, the very comfortable Tempe Mission Palms Hotel features free Wi-Fi and a business centre, plus a rooftop pool and hot tubs. Book now Address: 60 E Fifth St Post Code: Tel No: Lap Of Luxury - Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale The Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North is a glorious desert haven, overlooking the entire valley from the hills of northern Scottsdale. Creature comforts include a stunning pool complex, a top-class restaurant and great spa facilities. Two great golf courses are also nearby. Book now Address: 10600 East Crescent Moon Drive Post Code: Tel No: Cheap Sleep - Hyatt Place Tempe hotel : Handy for both the airport and downtown Tempe - and connected to both by free shuttles - the smart, modern Hyatt Place Tempe hotel offers upscale facilities at surprisingly affordable prices. Book now Address: 1413 W Rio Salado Parkway Post Code: Tel No: Coffee And Chat - Drip Coffee Lounge Head for the Drip Coffee Lounge (2325 N Seventh St, 00 1 602 795 9905), a stylish, hip downtown coffee bar just east of the Heard Museum. Address: 2325 N Seventh St Post Code: Tel No:, 00 1 602 795 9905 Formal Presentation - Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Arizona's largest hotel, the new, thousand-room Sheraton Phoenix Downtown (340 North Third St, Phoenix, 00 1 602 262 2500) stands alongside the Convention Center, and offers 16 state-of-the-art meeting rooms. Address: 340 North Third St, Phoenix Post Code: Tel No:00 1 602 262 2500 Evening Drinks - Roosevelt Tavern Set in a restored downtown house, the lively Roosevelt Tavern (816 N Third St, Phoenix, 00 1 602 254 2561) serves great bar food, and a wide range of speciality beers. Address: 816 N Third St, Phoenix Post Code: Tel No:00 1 602 254 2561 Print City guides Atlanta Chicago Dallas Denver Lowest fares Departure airport -please select- Aberdeen (Dyce) Belfast City Dublin East Midlands Edinburgh Glasgow Leeds Bradford London Heathrow Manchester Norwich
