Central Arizona
Central Arizona Travel Inspiration
Explore Central Arizona's stunning landscapes, vibrant towns, and rich history. Discover outdoor adventures, cultural gems, and breathtaking scenery on your unforgettable journey.-
Tubing Down Arizona’s Salt River
Floating down the cold Salt River is a perfect way to cool off and relax on a hot summer day. The scenery in Tonto National park is beautiful. You can bring two cars, and your own tubes and spend the day on the river or you can rent a tube and get a ride with Salt River Tubing. Salt River Tubing is located in Mesa, just outside of Phoenix.
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See the Best Display of Native American Art in the USA
The Heard Museum has the best display of Native American art in the USA. To get a good overview of the Native American culture check out this Phoenix museum. This museum makes our list of top Arizona attractions to see on vacation. The grounds are beautiful and filled with Native American sculptures, water features and Palo Verde trees.
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Arizona’s Antique Capital: Glendale
Glendale, Arizona is a suburb just west of Phoenix. It has a population of more than 250,000 people.
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Urban Hike Papago Park Hole in the Rock
Nestled within the sandstone Papago Buttes, the Phoenix Zoo and the Desert Botanical Gardens is Papago Park. An urban park in Phoenix with family friendly hiking trails.