Must See Sights and Landmarks in Phoenix Area

"This is Frank Lloyd Wright’s world famous home and architectural laboratory. Built in 1937 by the famous architect himself, it is now a National Historic Landmark. Constructed from the actual sand and stone of the surrounding Sonoran desert that sit at the foothills of the McDowell Mountains, it really is a magnificent attraction for those interested in architecture, fans of Frank Lloyd Wright himself, or just as an engaging and relevant experience for the family."

"Taliesin West is a UNESCO World Heritage site and National Historic Landmark. This architectural masterpiece was built by the famous architect, Frank Lloyd Wright, and his apprentices in the 1930s. Today, the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation is dedicated to preserving Frank Lloyd Wright’s two homes and studios and educating others about architecture through tours, exhibits, performances, galleries, programs, and more."

"Chase Field is a Phoenix landmark that is difficult to miss. This is the home of the Arizona Diamondbacks and the ballpark is a landmark in itself. Enjoy your Phoenix Vacation without worrying about the heat because Chase Field has a retractable roof, fully air-conditioned and has a vast sized swimming pool."

"Courses usually have areas where you play off bare rock and sand if you miss the lush fairways. You can expect to enjoy some lovely desert landscapes as you head around any of the courses. Water is sensibly employed to maintain tee, fairway and green rather than to grow heavy ‘’rough.’’"

"Wrigley is a name that most people will be familiar with, seeing that it is the name attached to the world-famous chewing gum brand. As it turns out, William Wrigley Jr was not only a chewing gum industrialist, he was also the owner of the mansion overlooking the metropolis of Phoenix. Visitors will find it appearing more Californian than Arizonian – possibly due to its incredible tile-work, featuring tiles that were originally crafted at Wrigley’s tile factory on Catalina Island."

"Pair and extensive wine list of more than 800 bottles with scenic views from a formal dining room and what do you get?. One of the most romantic restaurants in Phoenix, which is also known as the Wrigley Mansion Restaurant. This elegant, sprawling Italianate mansion was built back in the 1920s."

"This breathtaking landmark will take you back in time and immerse you in the intricate, elegant interiors and scenic views of Phoenix mountains."

"Originally constructed for surgeon and physician Dr. Roland Rosson in 1895, the Rosson House Museum is a Queen Anne-styled Victorian house that is one of the earliest examples of non-adobe construction in Phoenix, Arizona. These days, visiting it is a must do while you’re in Heritage Square in Phoenix. Visitors will find this top destination to be a source of fun for any and all history buffs, thanks to the home being a time capsule preserving 18th-century furniture, wallpaper, woodwork, and even decorative art."

"This theatrical stuccoed building off the south-west corner of Papago Park went up in the middle of the Great Depression in the early-1930s and was supposed to be the anchor for a desert resort that never followed. It was then bought by Della Gillespie Tovrea, wife of cattle magnate Edward Ambrose, and would be her home until she passed away in 1969. For decades Tovrea Castle, nicknamed the “wedding cake house”, was left to decay, but is now part of the Phoenix Parks System and was restored along with its terraced cactus gardens in the 2000s."

"Everyone has to explore a castle once in their life and Tovrea Castle is the easiest way to do it without buying a plane ticket. Not only will you explore the castle, but find adventure in the Carraro Cactus Garden. With the castle sitting at the top of the hill, you'll have unobstructed views of the 44 acres of beautiful desert landscape."

"A mysterious "wedding cake" castle in the middle of the urban desert. See All 23 Things to Do in Phoenix"

"Alwun House Foundation is a mix of art and local culture of Phoenix made by the local artists. Aside from displaying paintings and sculptures, they also do live readings of banned literature to scantily clad burlesque performances and everything in between. It is the must-visit place if you want to see art shows that are involved in music, spoken words, and acrobats that extend across artistic and cultural boundaries and bring diverse audiences, community members, and artists together."

"5406 E Virginia Ave South of Thomas Rd on 52nd St & East Virginia Avenue., Phoenix, AZ 85008-1706+1 602-667-3280[email protected]http://www.stjosephphoenix.org"

"If you’re taking a family vacation to Scottsdale during the spring, you can’t miss the chance to catch a spring training baseball game with your kids. Visit the Salt River Fields at Talking Stick to watch the Arizona Diamondbacks play or the Scottsdale Stadium in Old Town Scottsdale to catch a San Francisco Giants spring training game!. This family-friendly activity is fun for both adults and kids of all ages."

"If you a baseball lover, March is the best time to visit Scottsdale Stadium. Because the spring training sessions for Major League Baseball starts every March. You can see frequent training sessions of the San Fransisco Giants."

"The current Scottsdale Stadium was completed in 1992 and was built on the site of the old one that opened in 1956. It has a seating capacity of 12,000 people."

"Beginnings don’t come much humbler than a counter at the Steven Paul Salon, but Cullen Campbell’s evolution from goofy genius behind one of the Valley’s all-time zaniest guerilla operations into one of its most vibrant, alluring and sure-handed chefs is a testament to his culinary acumen. At Bar Pesce — the recently refreshed moniker for what used to be Crudo — Italy may be the inspiration, but this born-and-bred Southerner is after something a little more lusty, weaving crudi, composed cheese plates and succulent meats from smoke and olive oil and acid. Uni is dressed with shaved shallot and avocado, while bottarga and i’itoi onions give sweet raw yellowtail a salty, spicy sting."

"Formerly known as Crudo, Bar Pesce is the re-branded and re-engineered new restaurant from chef Cullen Campbell. Like it's predecessor, Bar Pesce offers a refined menu where sushi sensibility meets traditional Italian flavors, this time around with a greater emphasis on seafood. Highlights from the menu include raw fish crudos like the swordfish belly zapped with Leche de Tigre, shallot and white olive oil."

"Local Bistro is an ultra modern restaurant and bar that serves its guests rustic Italian cuisine in a setting with clean lines and a hip vibe. The dining room and bar areas emanate urban sophistication with contemporary details. Still, despite its trendy feel, Local Bistro welcomes families and even has a dedicated kids’ menu."

"From Business: Local Bistro’s chef-crafted, seasonal menus offer classic favorites as well as innovative dishes made with the freshest ingredients of the highest quality."

"Breakfast Kitchen Bar has opened its second Valley location, and you can find it at Desert Ridge Marketplace. The breakfast and brunch spot is known for items like the shrimp scampi omelet, Philly steak and eggs Benedict, power protein chocolate pancakes, and morning cocktails like the BKB Bloody Mary and Dirty Chai."

"The Blue Adobe Grill (blueadobegrill.com), located just one mile south of the Frank Lloyd Wright Taliesin Museum, serves award-winning Southwestern and Mexican dishes for lunch and dinner seven days a week. In addition to the decadent menu, Blue Adobe offers an extensive list of beers, wines and specialty cocktails. Enjoy your meal on the shaded patio adorned with a colorful array of plants and flowers or sit inside and enjoy live acoustical and blues performances several nights a week."