South Tempe Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Tempe
Popular places to visit
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center
Enjoy a fun-filled day at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center during your trip to Tempe. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life you'll find at SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium during your visit to Tempe. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Arizona Mills Mall
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Arizona Mills Mall during your stay in Tempe. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Tempe Sports Complex Dog Park
After visiting Tempe Sports Complex Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tempe.
Tempe History Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Tempe History Museum during your trip to Tempe. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Activities
SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium Tickets
Historic Apache Trail & Sonoran Desert Tour with a Boat Ride
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Phoenix/Scottsdale
Chandler Scavenger Interactive Hunt Walking Activity
Our pick of the best South Tempe Hotel Deals
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
I truly loved this property—it gave me strong Italy vibes. The adults-only section was especially enjoyable: elegant, and very relaxing. This is definitely one of my favorite Hilton hotels, and the restaurants on-site are outstanding.”
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Talking Stick Resort
Clean room great staff a fun time
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
Crowne Plaza Phoenix Airport - PHX by IHG
The eggs were not very hot. The choices a could have had more variety.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Wyndham Phoenix Airport/Tempe
It was dreamy to hang out by the pool and hot tub. The staff was friendly and accommodating. The room and beds were comfortable and clean. I really appreciated the airport shuttle. I'd stay here again!
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
Was an amazing stay with our grandchildren
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Tempe
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.
South Mountain
The ample dining options and top golf courses are top of the list for many visitors to South Mountain. A stop by Oasis Water Park or Arizona Grand Golf Course might round out your trip.
The Islands
The Islands might not have many top sights, but Hale Centre Theatre and Chandler Center for the Arts are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
