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Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS
Civic Space Park is one of Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS.

1. Civic Space Park

8.0
424 N Central Ave (at Taylor St.), Phoenix, AZ
Park · Copper Square · 77 tips and reviews

Shulamit A.Shulamit Appel: Make sure you stop by at night and check out the colorful installation

Arizona Science Center is one of Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS.

2. Arizona Science Center

8.4
600 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ
Science Museum · Copper Square · 99 tips and reviews

Brittany C.Brittany Conklin: Adults' Night Out every 1st Friday offers free general admission to adults over 18!

Pizzeria Bianco is one of Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS.

3. Pizzeria Bianco

8.9
623 E Adams St (at E Washington St), Phoenix, AZ
Pizzeria · Copper Square · 210 tips and reviews

Slice Pizza BlogSlice Pizza Blog: BEST. PIZZA. EVER. You can't go wrong with anything here. The Rosa is outstanding, however. If you don't get here early (the line is INSANE), come late in the evening, when it's easier to get a table.

Rosson House is one of Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS.

4. Rosson House

Phoenix, AZ
Home (private) · Copper Square · No tips or reviews
Children's Museum of Phoenix is one of Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS.

5. Children's Museum of Phoenix

9.1
215 N 7th St (7th St and Van Buren), Phoenix, AZ
Museum · Central City · 50 tips and reviews

Larry C.Larry Cummings: The new climber is amazing and much of it is adult friendly. There's even an "observation" area on the third floor of the museum where you can walk out over the climber and watch many of the kids with

Hanny's is one of Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS.

6. Hanny's

8.6
40 N 1st St (at W Adams St.), Phoenix, AZ
Lounge · Copper Square · 126 tips and reviews

Leah S.Leah Starr: A 1947 men's department store turned chic downtown eatery. Their summer coolers are refreshing and the right amount of sweet. Be sure to step into the old elevator shaft.

Five Guys is one of Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS.

7. Five Guys

6.5
50 W Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ
Burger Joint · Copper Square · 38 tips and reviews

Charles T.Charles Tabangcora: Best burger in cityscape. A little slow but still a great burger. Check out their new beverage machine

A Touch Of Yogurt is one of Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS.

8. A Touch Of Yogurt

2 N Central Ave (1st Ave & Washington St), Phoenix, AZ
Ice Cream Parlor · Copper Square · 6 tips and reviews

Tony A.Tony Arranaga: Try the no sugar added raspberry banana with mixed berry topping! Non fat and low calorie!

Chase Field is one of Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS.

9. Chase Field

9.1
401 E Jefferson St (btwn S 4th & S 7th St), Phoenix, AZ
Baseball Stadium · Copper Square · 272 tips and reviews

Rounding SecondRounding Second: Tickets here are fairly inexpensive. If you're buying walk up tickets, spring for the good seats.

FilmBar is one of Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS.

10. FilmBar

9.1
815 N 2nd St (btwn Garfield St & McKinley St), Phoenix, AZ
Indie Movie Theater · Downtown Phoenix · 40 tips and reviews

Sara R.Sara Richter: Best new spot downtown! See indie films shown no where else in the Valley and hang out at their bar! Best combo - open til 2 AM most nights but check website for movie times

Matt's Big Breakfast is one of Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS.

11. Matt's Big Breakfast

8.9
116 East Garfield Street (at N 1st St), Phoenix, AZ
Breakfast Spot · Downtown Phoenix · 253 tips and reviews

Alice D.Alice Daer: Out of town guests? Take them on a weekday morning. You might have to wait but not as long as on weekends. And yes, it's worth it. Fresh everything and creative takes on old diner favorites.

Rum Bar at The Breadfruit is one of Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS.

12. Rum Bar at The Breadfruit

8.4
108 E Pierce St (at N 1st St), Phoenix, AZ
Cocktail Bar · Downtown Phoenix · 31 tips and reviews

Andrew K.Andrew Knochel: Drink your way thru the entire list (108 rums!) for a bottle of your choice. They keep track on a notepad behind the bar.

Bliss / ReBAR is one of Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS.

13. Bliss / ReBAR

7.6
901 N 4th St (at E Garfield St), Phoenix, AZ
American Restaurant · Downtown Phoenix · 91 tips and reviews
Phoenix Public Market is one of Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS.

14. Phoenix Public Market

8.7
721 N. Central Ave. (at Pierce St.), Phoenix, AZ
Grocery Store · Downtown Phoenix · 56 tips and reviews

Visit PhoenixVisit Phoenix: Visit the Phoenix Public Market on Wednesdays 4-8pm and Saturdays 8am-1pm for a farmers market featuring local goodies. Don't miss Food Truck Fridays for gourmet mobile cuisine 11am-1:30pm.

Phoenix Public Library - Burton Barr Central Library is one of Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS.

15. Phoenix Public Library - Burton Barr Central Library

8.9
1221 N Central Ave (S of McDowell Rd), Phoenix, AZ
Library · Downtown Phoenix · 34 tips and reviews

Wen M.Wen M: My favorite book store in the area! Free books, movies, music and even a coffee bar all within biking distance.

Phoenix Art Museum is one of Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS.

16. Phoenix Art Museum

9.3
1625 N Central Ave (at E McDowell Rd.), Phoenix, AZ
Art Museum · 107 tips and reviews

Lilia M.Lilia Menconi: Experience "You Who are Getting Obliterated in the Dancing Swarm of Fireflies" on the 2nd floor and discover my favorite place on the planet.

Gallo Blanco Cafe is one of Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS.

17. Gallo Blanco Cafe

401 W Clarendon Ave (in The Clarendon Hotel), Phoenix, AZ
Mexican Restaurant · 127 tips and reviews

Ben B.Ben Bethel: Mmmmm... Here's a tip, for something fun or romantic, get your food to go & take up to the rooftop skydeck or pool area next to waterwall!

Pane Bianco is one of Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS.

18. Pane Bianco

9.0
4404 N Central Ave (at W Turney Ave), Phoenix, AZ
Sandwich Spot · 51 tips and reviews

Downtown DevilDowntown Devil: Serving pizza for dinner that's just as good as its sister restaurant, Pizzeria Bianco, but significantly less of a wait. Try the margherita pizza or, for something different, the gnocchi.

Steele Indian School Park is one of Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS.

19. Steele Indian School Park

9.1
300 E Indian School Rd (at N 3rd St), Phoenix, AZ
Park · 26 tips and reviews

Paul G.Paul Garcia: Take your dog/s to the dog park!

Phoenix Zoo is one of Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS.

20. Phoenix Zoo

8.9
455 N Galvin Pkwy (btwn E McDowell & E Van Buren), Phoenix, AZ
Zoo · Camelback East · 206 tips and reviews

Ben B.Ben Boyd: Make it a day trip and spend the day checking out the animals and sites. Be sure to wear sunscreen and if you are able, definitely go to Zoo Lights around Christmas time

Desert Botanical Garden is one of Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS.

21. Desert Botanical Garden

9.3
1201 N Galvin Pkwy (Btw McDowell Rd & Van Buren St), Phoenix, AZ
Botanical Garden · Camelback East · 146 tips and reviews

Alexander C.Alexander Cherry: Go on the free 2nd tuesday of the month

Mormon Trailhead is one of Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS.

22. Mormon Trailhead

8.6
24th St and Valley View Ave (24th St and Valley View Ave), Phoenix, AZ
Hiking Trail · South Mountain · 10 tips and reviews
Piestewa Peak is one of Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS.

23. Piestewa Peak

8.5
E Squaw Peak Dr (off Lincoln Dr), Phoenix, AZ
Mountain · Camelback East · 66 tips and reviews

Anthony R.Anthony Rodriguez: Enjoy Phoenix's weather by hiking up to the top of Piestewa!

MacAlpine's Diner and Soda Fountain is one of Must Do Phoenix, AZ #VisitUS.

24. MacAlpine's Diner and Soda Fountain

8.9
2303 N 7th St (at Oak), Phoenix, AZ
Café · Coronado · 32 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: Made right in front of you with old-school equipment, a MacAlpine's shake is super chocolatey and is served up in a glass that fits the retro vibe. Read more.