PARADISE VALLEY Guidebook
Sightseeing
The mountain, a prominent landmark of the Phoenix metropolitan area, is located in the Camelback Mountain Echo Canyon Recreation Area between the Arcadia neighborhood of Phoenix and the town of Paradise Valley. It is a popular recreation destination for hiking and rock climbing.
1752 locals recommend
Echo Canyon Trail and Recreation Area
East McDonald DriveThe mountain, a prominent landmark of the Phoenix metropolitan area, is located in the Camelback Mountain Echo Canyon Recreation Area between the Arcadia neighborhood of Phoenix and the town of Paradise Valley. It is a popular recreation destination for hiking and rock climbing.
Cholla Trailhead Camelback Mountain
5150 E Cholla LnChallenging trail with scenic views
Trailhead with a parking lot and restrooms
1752 locals recommend
Echo Canyon Trail and Recreation Area
East McDonald DriveTrailhead with a parking lot and restrooms
A marine aquarium and the largest aquarium in the Southwest United States. It holds more than 2,000,000 US gallons of water and spans over 200,000 square feet. There are over 30,000 animals and 500 different species in 50 exhibits.
603 locals recommend
OdySea Aquarium
9500 East Vía de VenturaA marine aquarium and the largest aquarium in the Southwest United States. It holds more than 2,000,000 US gallons of water and spans over 200,000 square feet. There are over 30,000 animals and 500 different species in 50 exhibits.
Butterfly Wonderland
9500 East Vía de VenturaInteractive atrium with many butterflies
A 40-acre railroad park located in Scottsdale, Arizona. It features a 15 in gauge railroad, a Magma Arizona Railroad locomotive, a railroad museum, three model railroad clubs and a 7 ¹⁄₂ in gauge live steam railroad.
211 locals recommend
McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park
7301 E Indian Bend RdA 40-acre railroad park located in Scottsdale, Arizona. It features a 15 in gauge railroad, a Magma Arizona Railroad locomotive, a railroad museum, three model railroad clubs and a 7 ¹⁄₂ in gauge live steam railroad.
Mummy Mountain
The views are impressive from the peak of the mountain at just over 2,200 feet.
The largest forest in Arizona, Tonto National Forest covers just under three million acres, with an altitude range from 1,300 feet up to just under 8,000 feet. Not surprisingly, there is huge variety going from desert areas to thick pine forest.
32 locals recommend
Tonto National Forest
The largest forest in Arizona, Tonto National Forest covers just under three million acres, with an altitude range from 1,300 feet up to just under 8,000 feet. Not surprisingly, there is huge variety going from desert areas to thick pine forest.
Arts
Cosanti is the gallery and studio of Italian-American architect Paolo Soleri; it was his residence until his death in 2013.
46 locals recommend
Cosanti Originals
6433 E Doubletree Ranch RdCosanti is the gallery and studio of Italian-American architect Paolo Soleri; it was his residence until his death in 2013.
Shopping
A shopping center featuring Dillard's, JCPenney, Macy's and over 80 stores and restaurants.
12 locals recommend
Paradise Valley Mall
Paradise Valley MallA shopping center featuring Dillard's, JCPenney, Macy's and over 80 stores and restaurants.
If you want to go shopping but don’t really have any firm ideas about what you want to buy, head for Scottsdale Marketplace. There is everything from antiques to gifts and houseware.
Scottsdale Marketplace
6310 N Scottsdale RdIf you want to go shopping but don’t really have any firm ideas about what you want to buy, head for Scottsdale Marketplace. There is everything from antiques to gifts and houseware.
There are art galleries, shops, bars, and restaurants everywhere.
1378 locals recommend
Old Town Scottsdale
3200 N Scottsdale RdThere are art galleries, shops, bars, and restaurants everywhere.
Sports
Mountain-view short 18-hole and par-3 golf course, overlooked by a terrace grill restaurant.
7 locals recommend
The Short Course at Mountain Shadows
5445 E Lincoln DrMountain-view short 18-hole and par-3 golf course, overlooked by a terrace grill restaurant.
Camelback Golf Club features two courses, Padre and Ambiente (formerly known as Indian Bend Course). Rolling terrain is the defining characteristic of the Ambiente Course, from the undulating fairways to dramatic drops in elevation.
49 locals recommend
Camelback Golf Club
7847 N Mockingbird LnCamelback Golf Club features two courses, Padre and Ambiente (formerly known as Indian Bend Course). Rolling terrain is the defining characteristic of the Ambiente Course, from the undulating fairways to dramatic drops in elevation.
Bars & Nightlife
The Jade Bar prides itself on the extensive range of drinks it offers; wherever possible, the Jade Bar uses natural ingredients in its spirits and cocktails. At certain times, the entertainment is provided by local musicians.
20 locals recommend
Jade Bar
5700 E McDonald DrThe Jade Bar prides itself on the extensive range of drinks it offers; wherever possible, the Jade Bar uses natural ingredients in its spirits and cocktails. At certain times, the entertainment is provided by local musicians.
Where to eat?
1937 landmark offering upscale American fare, a bocce ball court, big patio & occasional live music.
64 locals recommend
El Chorro
5550 E Lincoln Dr1937 landmark offering upscale American fare, a bocce ball court, big patio & occasional live music.
Elevated American small plates, hearty entrees & classic cocktails are served in scenic surrounds.
8 locals recommend
Hearth '61 at Mountain Shadows
5445 East Lincoln DriveElevated American small plates, hearty entrees & classic cocktails are served in scenic surrounds.
Camelback Inn's go-to for refined regional American cuisine & drinks served amid desert-hued decor.
8 locals recommend
Rita's Kitchen
5402 East Lincoln DriveCamelback Inn's go-to for refined regional American cuisine & drinks served amid desert-hued decor.
Elegant venue set inside the Montelucia Resort serves wood-fired fare with a Mediterranean spin.
Prado Restaurant
4949 E Lincoln DrElegant venue set inside the Montelucia Resort serves wood-fired fare with a Mediterranean spin.