South Mountain Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Mystery Castle
You can find out about the history of Phoenix with a visit to Mystery Castle. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Arizona Grand Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Phoenix at Arizona Grand Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Oasis Water Park
Enjoy an outing to Oasis Water Park during your stay in Phoenix. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Raven Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Phoenix at Raven Golf Club. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Jesse Owens Parkway
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Jesse Owens Parkway in Phoenix. Make time for the shops and golf courses in this family-friendly area.
Halle Heart Children’s Museum
Enjoy a trip to Halle Heart Children’s Museum and popular activities such as golfing in Phoenix. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Activities
Historic Apache Trail & Sonoran Desert Tour with a Boat Ride
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona
Phoenix: Hall of Flame Museum of Firefighting Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best South Mountain Hotel Deals
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
"I appreciated being assigned a room close to the conference venue. The room was spacious, clean, and comfortable. The only downside was that housekeeping was done relatively late and the timing was unclear. A “Please clean” or “Do not disturb” option would have made the stay even better."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport
"Very convenient to the rental car return. Plenty of parking spots. The room was huge."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
GreenTree Inn & Suites Phoenix Sky Harbor
"This place was excellent! I had a last-minute, unexpected situation, and I was so thankful for their location and the ability to get to the airport on my timeline! The Uber was a great experience without additional cost to me."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Legacy Golf Resort
"Had a great time staying here! The room was comfortable and the kitchenette was well-stocked with glassware, dishes, etc. and enjoyed the pool/spa. Only nitpick was the thinness of the walls (the next door neighbor guests were extremely loud at 4-6 AM every day) and it was hard to adjust the hot ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
FOUNDRE Phoenix
"Nice, clean hotel."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Talking Stick Resort
"No breakfast was offered, the resort charged extra for just using the pool etc. The golf course also added an extra charge for using the course as well; so, we ended up having to pay twice in resort fees. It was not worth the cost, and we would not recommend staying there. Gainey Ranch was much nicer ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Mountain
Downtown Phoenix
Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Phoenix. You can visit top attractions like Chase Field and Mortgage Matchup Center, and jump on the metro at 12th Street - Jefferson Station or 12th Street - Washington Station to see more of the city.
Ahwatukee Foothills
Ahwatukee Foothills is known for its exciting water parks, and with sights like Foothills Golf Club and Desert Foothills Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Phoenix.
Encanto
Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Encanto. You can visit top attractions like Heard Museum and Phoenix Art Museum, and jump on the metro at Thomas Rd - Central Ave Station or Osborn Rd - Central Ave Station to see more of the city.
Camelback East
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Camelback East. Spend some time visiting top spots like Biltmore Fashion Park, and catch the metro at 44th Street - Washington Station or 50th Street Station to see more of the area.
Downtown Scottsdale
While visiting Downtown Scottsdale, you might make a stop by sights like Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West and Scottsdale Waterfront.
Old Town
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Scottsdale Waterfront to Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West – discover Old Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
