Lindsay Walker

"I love independent bookstores and this is one of the best. The selection of books is always up to date and the best authors always come through. Grab a book and go to Wildflower for food next door."

"FilmBar is both an arts theater and bar, showing many local/amateur/independent films, which is huge for the local arts scene. The beer list is fantastic too - great for hardcore movie fans."

"Be sure to come to the museum on First Fridays - it's open for free! They have live music, food, tons to do. They also shuttle guests around the downtown arts district to take in vendors/food trucks."

"The butterfly exhibit is borderline magical -definitely go. The gardens are really well-maintained, especially when I went during the Chihuly exhibit. I'm not a huge fan of the desert but I enjoy it."

"The lines are always insanely long. It's best to get there during some of the main class times, around 9:30 or 10:45. Things are less crazy by then on campus and it's before the lunch rush."

"Brings the UK to Tempe. Every pasty is great but I like the basics, The Shepherd's Pie and the Oggie. The Pilgrim is one of their best unique originals. The restaurant feels like an authentic pub."