Guidebook for Scottsdale

Kris
Guidebook for Scottsdale

Shopping

Kierland Commons is a unique, upscale Main Street lifestyle center that artfully blends retail shopping, dining, entertainment and special events. Present your out-of-state ID at the Concierge (located between Tommy Bahama and Etch Salon) for a complimentary Visitor Rewards Card with savings up to $350 and a complimentary visitor guide! Parking lot
699 residents recomanen
Kierland Commons
699 residents recomanen
Kierland Commons is a unique, upscale Main Street lifestyle center that artfully blends retail shopping, dining, entertainment and special events. Present your out-of-state ID at the Concierge (located between Tommy Bahama and Etch Salon) for a complimentary Visitor Rewards Card with savings up to $350 and a complimentary visitor guide! Parking lot
Scottsdale Quarter is an open-air center, and is one of Scottsdale's top shopping destinations. Located in 'the Beverly Hills of the Desert', Scottsdale Quarter boasts breathtaking landscape, highly sought retailers, unique dining and top of the line beauty services. Scottsdale Quarter is also home to iPic Movie Theater. Multi-level Parking, Valet.
428 residents recomanen
Scottsdale Quarter
15279 N Scottsdale Rd
428 residents recomanen
Scottsdale Quarter is an open-air center, and is one of Scottsdale's top shopping destinations. Located in 'the Beverly Hills of the Desert', Scottsdale Quarter boasts breathtaking landscape, highly sought retailers, unique dining and top of the line beauty services. Scottsdale Quarter is also home to iPic Movie Theater. Multi-level Parking, Valet.
Old Town is located on the original townsite of Scottsdale. This district offers shopping, dining, art galleries and nightlife. It's also home to the Scottsdale Artwalk every Thursday evening.
1378 residents recomanen
Old Town Scottsdale
3200 N Scottsdale Rd
1378 residents recomanen
Old Town is located on the original townsite of Scottsdale. This district offers shopping, dining, art galleries and nightlife. It's also home to the Scottsdale Artwalk every Thursday evening.

Entertainment & Activities

Home of the Annual PGA Tour Phoenix Open, Well & Being Spa, Top Ranked Restaurants and annual events such as Christmas at the Princess and others offered seasonally.
39 residents recomanen
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
7575 E Princess Dr
39 residents recomanen
Home of the Annual PGA Tour Phoenix Open, Well & Being Spa, Top Ranked Restaurants and annual events such as Christmas at the Princess and others offered seasonally.
Diamondbacks Spring Training Venue!
344 residents recomanen
Salt River Fields a Talking Stick
7555 N Pima Rd
344 residents recomanen
Diamondbacks Spring Training Venue!
Golf like a bowler in climate-controlled playing "bays" similar to a bowling lane - food, drink, entertainment. Perfect for beginners to play and have fun!
597 residents recomanen
Topgolf
9500 Talking Stick Way
597 residents recomanen
Golf like a bowler in climate-controlled playing "bays" similar to a bowling lane - food, drink, entertainment. Perfect for beginners to play and have fun!
31 residents recomanen
Dolphinaris Arizona
9500 East Vía de Ventura
31 residents recomanen
The best golf in town just 5 minutes away!
332 residents recomanen
TPC Scottsdale - Champions Course
8243 E Bell Rd
332 residents recomanen
The best golf in town just 5 minutes away!
Another great escape, the 36-hole Grayhawk Golf Club has two superb desert layouts.
104 residents recomanen
Grayhawk Golf Club
8620 E Thompson Peak Pkwy
104 residents recomanen
Another great escape, the 36-hole Grayhawk Golf Club has two superb desert layouts.
27 holes designed by Scott Miller -- the Acacia, Mesquite and Ironwood.
92 residents recomanen
The Westin Kierland Golf Club
15636 N Clubgate Dr
92 residents recomanen
27 holes designed by Scott Miller -- the Acacia, Mesquite and Ironwood.
Laser tag, Bumper Boats, Batting Cages, Arcade, Go Karts, Putting Course, Mini-golf - Perfect for families and date nights too!
84 residents recomanen
CrackerJax
16001 N Scottsdale Rd
84 residents recomanen
Laser tag, Bumper Boats, Batting Cages, Arcade, Go Karts, Putting Course, Mini-golf - Perfect for families and date nights too!
Amazing in the summer, float down the river in your own tube, bring your towel and lunchbox and have a blast!
242 residents recomanen
Salt River Tubing
9200 North Bush Highway
242 residents recomanen
Amazing in the summer, float down the river in your own tube, bring your towel and lunchbox and have a blast!
Bondurant Racing School offers group experiences (usually 10 people or more) to test your skills. PLAN AHEAD!
Bondurant Museum & Event
20000 S Maricopa Rd
Bondurant Racing School offers group experiences (usually 10 people or more) to test your skills. PLAN AHEAD!
Indoor skydiving is the simulation of true freefall conditions in a vertical wind tunnel. It’s where the dream of flight becomes a reality.
151 residents recomanen
iFLY
9206 Talking Stick Way
151 residents recomanen
Indoor skydiving is the simulation of true freefall conditions in a vertical wind tunnel. It’s where the dream of flight becomes a reality.
If you’re looking for a great kart track in America, Octane Raceway in Scottsdale gives you the Ultimate Adrenaline Rush! The 1/3 mile track is the only full time Indoor/Outdoor track in the entire United States!
96 residents recomanen
Octane Raceway
9119 Talking Stick Way
96 residents recomanen
If you’re looking for a great kart track in America, Octane Raceway in Scottsdale gives you the Ultimate Adrenaline Rush! The 1/3 mile track is the only full time Indoor/Outdoor track in the entire United States!
Enjoy in-theater dining experience with the touch of a button at your seat. A server will arrive to take your order and start a tab. Same price as a regular movie theatre, only you can eat at your seat!
61 residents recomanen
Studio Movie Grill (Scottsdale)
15515 N Hayden Rd
61 residents recomanen
Enjoy in-theater dining experience with the touch of a button at your seat. A server will arrive to take your order and start a tab. Same price as a regular movie theatre, only you can eat at your seat!

Parks & Nature

The McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park is a 30-acre park, located in the heart of Scottsdale, Arizona, and is the most unique park of its kind in the country. Take a ride on the Paradise & Pacific Railroad and the 1950-vintage Allan Herschell carousel. Visit shops, museums, play the one-of-a-kind playground, or just relax in the grass under trees.
211 residents recomanen
McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park
7301 E Indian Bend Rd
211 residents recomanen
The McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park is a 30-acre park, located in the heart of Scottsdale, Arizona, and is the most unique park of its kind in the country. Take a ride on the Paradise & Pacific Railroad and the 1950-vintage Allan Herschell carousel. Visit shops, museums, play the one-of-a-kind playground, or just relax in the grass under trees.
17-acres Pool Fitness center Weight room Cardio room Sand volleyball court (lighted) Playground Basketball court Restroom
14 residents recomanen
Cactus Park
7202 E Cactus Rd
14 residents recomanen
17-acres Pool Fitness center Weight room Cardio room Sand volleyball court (lighted) Playground Basketball court Restroom
Hiking!
11 residents recomanen
McDowell Mountains
11 residents recomanen
Hiking!
Camelback Mountain, with an elevation of 2,704 feet, is an excellent hike or climb in Arizona. Hiking Camelback Mountain is perfect for a tourist activity in Phoenix, because the hike is quick and is located in the middle of the Phoenix Valley with great views. Bring A LOT OF WATER!
1752 residents recomanen
Echo Canyon Trail i àrea de recreació
East McDonald Drive
1752 residents recomanen
Camelback Mountain, with an elevation of 2,704 feet, is an excellent hike or climb in Arizona. Hiking Camelback Mountain is perfect for a tourist activity in Phoenix, because the hike is quick and is located in the middle of the Phoenix Valley with great views. Bring A LOT OF WATER!
Fantastic views of Four Peaks and the Superstitions along its entire length. If you don't have time for the summit hike, the hike to the mine and back is lovely, easy, and enjoyable. Go through the developed surrounding neighborhood to find the trailhead.
7 residents recomanen
Thompson Peak Park
20199 N 78th Pl
7 residents recomanen
Fantastic views of Four Peaks and the Superstitions along its entire length. If you don't have time for the summit hike, the hike to the mine and back is lovely, easy, and enjoyable. Go through the developed surrounding neighborhood to find the trailhead.

Arts & Culture

Sedona nestles among a geological wonderland. Multi-hued stone formations jut upwards from the high desert floor creating a vivid, mesmerizing setting that changes hourly with the light. When USA Weekend compiled their Most Beautiful Places in America list, Sedona claimed the top spot.
883 residents recomanen
Sedona
883 residents recomanen
Sedona nestles among a geological wonderland. Multi-hued stone formations jut upwards from the high desert floor creating a vivid, mesmerizing setting that changes hourly with the light. When USA Weekend compiled their Most Beautiful Places in America list, Sedona claimed the top spot.
The (MIM) as it is known to locals, showcases the musical instruments and music of cultures throughout the world, with over 6,000 instruments and objects on display. Very easy day, not a lot of walking, but an unusual place to visit.
652 residents recomanen
Museu d'instruments musicals
4725 E Mayo Blvd
652 residents recomanen
The (MIM) as it is known to locals, showcases the musical instruments and music of cultures throughout the world, with over 6,000 instruments and objects on display. Very easy day, not a lot of walking, but an unusual place to visit.

Food Scene

Dine on VU's healthy and delicious cuisine and take in VU's panoramic city views.
8 residents recomanen
VU
14815 E Shea Blvd
8 residents recomanen
Dine on VU's healthy and delicious cuisine and take in VU's panoramic city views.
43 residents recomanen
Eddie V's Prime Seafood
15323 N Scottsdale Rd
43 residents recomanen
79 residents recomanen
Dominick's Steakhouse
15169 N Scottsdale Rd
79 residents recomanen
Great Lobster Bisque Soup!
144 residents recomanen
Brio
15301 N Scottsdale Rd
144 residents recomanen
Great Lobster Bisque Soup!
Wood-burning pizza, authentic Italian eats, great Martini's!
22 residents recomanen
S & V Urban Italian
9343 E Shea Blvd
22 residents recomanen
Wood-burning pizza, authentic Italian eats, great Martini's!
Santa Fe style grill, authentic food, outdoor patio, a neighborhood favorite!
23 residents recomanen
Blue Adobe Santa Fe Grille
10885 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd
23 residents recomanen
Santa Fe style grill, authentic food, outdoor patio, a neighborhood favorite!
Drive through or sit inside/outside patio. Same plaza as Sprouts.
55 residents recomanen
Starbucks
15811 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd
55 residents recomanen
Drive through or sit inside/outside patio. Same plaza as Sprouts.
Happy hour hotspot, Mexican dishes, outdoor patio “modern” interpretation of authentic Mexican food. Casual.
25 residents recomanen
Salt + Lime
9397 E Shea Blvd
25 residents recomanen
Happy hour hotspot, Mexican dishes, outdoor patio “modern” interpretation of authentic Mexican food. Casual.
Fox Restaurant Concepts North Italia is a love letter to Italy—a place that’ll make you feel like you’ve stepped off a charming side street to discover a culinary gem.
138 residents recomanen
North Italia
4925 N 40th St
138 residents recomanen
Fox Restaurant Concepts North Italia is a love letter to Italy—a place that’ll make you feel like you’ve stepped off a charming side street to discover a culinary gem.
A New York Style Parisian Bistro, designed with contemporary sensibilities, yet returns the nostalgic ambiance of an authentic Parisian bistro. Try the secret patio seating!
47 residents recomanen
Zinc Bistro
15034 N Scottsdale Rd
47 residents recomanen
A New York Style Parisian Bistro, designed with contemporary sensibilities, yet returns the nostalgic ambiance of an authentic Parisian bistro. Try the secret patio seating!
Steak & Seafood, Bar, Live Entertainment.
15 residents recomanen
Morton's The Steakhouse
15233 N Kierland Blvd
15 residents recomanen
Steak & Seafood, Bar, Live Entertainment.
Your last bite will be just as good as your first. Perfected broiling method and seasoning techniques ensure each cut of USDA Prime beef arrives cooked to perfection and sizzling on a 500° plate. My personal favorite for steak in the Valley.
33 residents recomanen
Ruth's Chris Steak House
7001 N Scottsdale Rd
33 residents recomanen
Your last bite will be just as good as your first. Perfected broiling method and seasoning techniques ensure each cut of USDA Prime beef arrives cooked to perfection and sizzling on a 500° plate. My personal favorite for steak in the Valley.

Drinks & Nightlife

The Valley’s original local WineCafe, great wines, simple, delicious food prepared with local ingredients; The Bruschetta options are a MUST!
96 residents recomanen
Postino Kierland
7030 E Greenway Pkwy
96 residents recomanen
The Valley’s original local WineCafe, great wines, simple, delicious food prepared with local ingredients; The Bruschetta options are a MUST!
Best casino experience in Scottsdale! Go to the top floor lounge and get a great view!
218 residents recomanen
Casino Arizona a Talking Stick Resort
9800 Talking Stick Way
218 residents recomanen
Best casino experience in Scottsdale! Go to the top floor lounge and get a great view!

Essentials

Upscale gourmet market, boutique brands, great for special occasions. Must visit at least once! ATM location.
54 residents recomanen
AJ's Fine Foods
15031 N Thompson Peak Pkwy
54 residents recomanen
Upscale gourmet market, boutique brands, great for special occasions. Must visit at least once! ATM location.
General food shopping & pharmacy location. Wells Fargo full banking available and ATM inside.
215 residents recomanen
Safeway
14696 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd
215 residents recomanen
General food shopping & pharmacy location. Wells Fargo full banking available and ATM inside.
Natural & Organic Grocery Store
46 residents recomanen
Sprouts Farmers Market
9301 E Shea Blvd
46 residents recomanen
Natural & Organic Grocery Store
Where the locals of for mani/pedi - great prices! Walk-in's welcome. Cash tips only. ATM inside.
Scottsdale Nails
15029 N Thompson Peak Pkwy
Where the locals of for mani/pedi - great prices! Walk-in's welcome. Cash tips only. ATM inside.
The best! Offers skin care services as well.
Dre's Hair Salon & Spa
15551 N Greenway Hayden Loop
The best! Offers skin care services as well.
The Spa at CopperWynd is luxurious! Massages, facials and more.
ADERO Scottsdale, Autograph Collection
13225 N Eagle Ridge Dr
The Spa at CopperWynd is luxurious! Massages, facials and more.
Where the locals go for great massages, etc...Ask for Marie or Rocky and tell them Kris sent you!
Scottsdale Spa
9800 N Summer Hill Blvd
Where the locals go for great massages, etc...Ask for Marie or Rocky and tell them Kris sent you!
33 residents recomanen
Costco Wholesale
15255 N Hayden Rd
33 residents recomanen
Gas station - open 24 hours
Circle K
8890 E Shea Blvd
Gas station - open 24 hours