Sun City Festival Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Activities

SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium Tickets

SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium Tickets

NZ$35
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium Tickets
Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket

Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket

NZ$69
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket
Picture 1 for Activity Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert

Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert

NZ$177
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert
Phoenix area Hot Air Balloon Ride on the Largest Balloon in USA

Phoenix area Hot Air Balloon Ride on the Largest Balloon in USA

NZ$342
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Phoenix area Hot Air Balloon Ride on the Largest Balloon in USA
Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket

Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket

NZ$56
per adult
Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket
General Admission to Phoenix Art Museum

General Admission to Phoenix Art Museum

NZ$40
per adult
General Admission to Phoenix Art Museum
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Our pick of the best Sun City Festival Hotel Deals

The Wigwam

The Wigwam

4 out of 5
300 East Wigwam Blvd Litchfield Park AZ
The price is NZ$358 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$358
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Litchfield Park. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
The Wigwam
LivAway Suites Phoenix-Surprise

LivAway Suites Phoenix-Surprise

2 out of 5
14021 W Mountain View Blvd Surprise AZ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$139 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
NZ$139
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Surprise. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Sun Village Golf Course and Irish Wolfhound ...
LivAway Suites Phoenix-Surprise
Holiday Inn Express Surprise by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Surprise by IHG

2.5 out of 5
16540 N Bullard Ave Surprise AZ
The price is NZ$198 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
NZ$198
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Surprise. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"This place was very clean. The staff was very friendly. The breakfast was amazing. We had a great stay. It was inexpensive and very nice. My mother lives in El Mirage. This will be our go to place now."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Holiday Inn Express Surprise by IHG
Comfort Inn & Suites Surprise Near Sun City West

Comfort Inn & Suites Surprise Near Sun City West

3.5 out of 5
16741 N Greasewood St Surprise AZ
The price is NZ$163 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
NZ$163
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Surprise. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Always a good experience staying here."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites Surprise Near Sun City West
Windmill Suites Surprise - Phoenix, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Windmill Suites Surprise - Phoenix, an Ascend Collection Hotel

2.5 out of 5
12545 W Bell Road Surprise AZ
The price is NZ$165 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
NZ$165
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Surprise. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,030 reviews)
"Always clean and quiet with helpful staff."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Windmill Suites Surprise - Phoenix, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix-Surprise

Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix-Surprise

2.5 out of 5
14783 W Grand Ave Surprise AZ
The price is NZ$183 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$183
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Surprise. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"easy check in and a 12 o'clock check out"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix-Surprise
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Our guide on where to stay in Sun City Festival

Find the best Sun City Festival areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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Rio Verde Foothills

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rio Verde Foothills and surrounding area, you can visit Golf Club Scottsdale and Tom's Thumb Trail.

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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.

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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.

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The Islands

The Islands might not have many top sights, but Chandler Center for the Arts and Golfland Sunsplash are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Sun City Festival Travel Guide

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