Phoenix Museums and Local Attractions

Planning a trip to the Embassy Suites Phoenix Scottsdale Hotel and looking for exciting things to do in Phoenix? We’ve assembled a list of some of our favorite Phoenix attractions, from museums and amusement parks to zoos and aquariums. All of these attractions are just located minutes away from one of the best Phoenix hotels around—the Embassy Suites Phoenix Scottsdale Hotel.

Some of the most popular attractions in the area are actually the Phoenix museums. Covering a diverse range of topics, the Phoenix museums offer a great diverse experience. Some of the more popular Phoenix museums include the Heard Museum and the Musical Instrument Museum. The Heard Museum invites visitors to explore Indian art and culture. Exhibits showcase everything from intricate carvings and everyday objects to period pieces educating about important events in Native American history. The Musical Instrument Museum, located near the Embassy Suites Phoenix Scottsdale Hotel, is home to more than 10,000 instruments from around the world. Visitors can tour this ensemble of music-makers and even play a few of the instruments!

Looking for other things to do in Phoenix? A trip to Phoenix wouldn’t be complete without stopping at the Phoenix Zoo. Home to over 1,300 animals, the zoo is one of the best Phoenix attractions around. Visitors can see everything from giraffes to monkeys. Voted one of the best zoos for children, the Phoenix Zoo is definitely one of the best things to do in Phoenix.

Those interested in architecture will probably already be aware of Taliesin West, the headquarters of the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation. Taliesin West gives visitors a chance to learn about the legendary designer and architect’s legacy, which shaped cityscapes all around America. The building itself serves as testament to his ability to combine outdoor and indoor elements into a natural feeling, visually stunning environment.

Other popular Phoenix attractions include the Desert Botanical Gardens, Sea Life Aquarium, Wildlife World Zoo and Aquarium, Phoenix Children’s Museum, Arizona Museum of Natural History, Arizona Science Museum, Wet n Wild Waterpark, Golfland SunSplash and F1 Race Factory. When staying at one of the best Phoenix hotels, you’ll never run out of fun things to do in Phoenix. Book your stay today!