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Tempe embraces an active lifestyle and laid-back atmosphere and it’s a place where community matters. Refreshingly offbeat, Tempe is a college town with a personality all its own. It’s a welcoming destination with a spirited lifestyle where you’ll find fun-filled activities at every turn.
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Find upcoming events in Tempe! From spring training and...
- Things To Do
Among the many things to do: kayak at Tempe Town Lake, watch...
- Where to Stay
Just steps from Tempe Marketplace and Arizona State...
- Food & Drink
Tempe restaurants offer an eclectic array of dining and...
- Travel Tips
Arizona State University Tempe campus is located adjacent to...
- Fun and Games
If you’re looking for something a little different, Tempe is...
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Tempe, anchored by Arizona State University and popular outdoor attractions, hosts plenty of things to do. Discover all the must-see attractions to explore.
- Segway Down Tempe Lake
- ASU Gammage Auditorium
- Tempe Center For The Arts
- Desert Financial Arena
- Sea Life Arizona
- Tempe History Museum
- Tempe Marketplace
- Kiwanis Lake and Park – Two Lovely Attractions in One!
- The Music Never Ends at The Marquee Theatre
- Diablo Stadium
Tempe Town Lake is a reservoir occupying a portion of the (currently) dry riverbed of the Salt River as it passes through Tempe. To get a really good look and feel of the lake, I suggest you take a Segway Tours of Tempe to find out all about it! As you pass through the area touring the lake, your guides will narrate stories and historical facts whi...
This stunning auditorium is thought to be the last public commission of architect Frank Lloyd Wright, having taken 25 months to complete. It is a popular theater venue with both patrons and touring performers, offering comfortable seats, wide aisles and very good acoustics. It’s also worth viewing the three lobby galleries which feature paintings a...
The Tempe Center for the Arts (TCA) is indeed a sight for sore eyes! Bring the family and have a walk around this Center which features a roof made of complex geometric folded plates – wow! In fact, the roof has become a real landmark of the city, being highly visible from the nearby freeways and to the many airplanes that land at Phoenix Sky Harbo...
The Desert Financial Arena is a 10,754-seat multi-purpose arena, and not only home to the Sun Devils men and women’s volleyball, basketball, gymnastics and wrestling, but also host to many graduation ceremonies as well as a variety of shows and concerts. This lovely campus is situated within a mile square space surrounded by pretty landscaping. The...
If you are like me who is fascinated with aquatic wildlife, you must take a trip to Sea Life Arizona. The family are bound to have great fun visiting Sea Life Arizona. The 26,000 square foot interactive aquarium is home to thousands of aquatic creatures, together with a 360 degree ocean tunnel and even some interactive touch pools! The aquarium is ...
This is a very well maintained center and a great find for families as there is plenty here to keep your kids entertained. The museum is home to plenty of actual information about Tempe’s past, with varied displays of interesting and thought provoking topics. I highly recommend to visit this place if you want to know what events occurred on this la...
Some days, you are not sure what to do but you know staying at the hotel or home is not an option. If you find yourself in this situation, I recommend doing what I did – spend an enjoyable afternoon at Tempe Marketplace. This place is a cornucopian mix of shops, restaurants, coffee houses and movie theaters, all comfortably sharing 1.3 million squa...
I consider Kiwanis Lake and Park one of the best places in Tempe for recreation. Kiwanis Lake is situated in gorgeous Kiwanis Park, with many locals enjoying the various attractions available, which include boating, seasonal paddleboat rentals, sports fields, playgrounds and a recreational center with wave pool. And there’s more! For the little mem...
Marquee Theatre is a small-sized music venue that sits on the north side of Tempe Town. Popular because of its intimate and cozy setting, finding your way to your seat is a breeze, normally taking a very short time. The Marquee is truly a type of old style music venue, hosting one bar, large standing area in front of the stage, (no seating) and a s...
The Diablo Stadium complex was constructed in 1968 and has since undergone extensive renovations. Overlooking the attractive Marriott Buttes Resort, it is very convenient for drivers to locate. It is also a very popular stadium, hosting a number of sports events as well as being the spring training home to the Los Angeles baseball team and home fie...
Oct 9, 2024 · Tempe, city, Maricopa county, south-central Arizona, U.S. It lies along the Salt River and is a southern suburb of Phoenix. First settled (1872) by Charles Hayden, father of former Arizona senator Carl Hayden, it was called Hayden’s Ferry until renamed in 1880 for the Vale of Tempe, Greece.
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- Tempe Beach Park. Looking to have some family-friendly fun while roaming in the Arizona sunshine? Grab your flip-flops or your bike and visit Tempe Beach Park.
- LEGOLAND Discovery Center Arizona. Who doesn’t love unleashing their inner child? Relieve those exciting childhood memories and get creative at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Arizona.
- SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium. Curious about what goes on in the briny depths of our oceans and seas? Quench your thirst for knowledge at SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium.
- AZ Heritage Center at Papago Park. Interested in the history and culture of Phoenix and the surrounding area? Get curious at the AZ Heritage Center at Papago Park.
Located just 10 minutes east of downtown Phoenix, Tempe exudes its own personality and the youthful spirit of a college town. Home to Arizona State University, the largest public university in the United States, Tempe has a vibrant downtown that’s active day and night.
Aug 8, 2022 · Tempe is a southern suburb of Phoenix and is located along the Salt River. This quaint, little city is bursting with history and personality and has a lot to offer to its visitors. The Greek Vale of Tempe served as the inspiration for the city's name. Geography And Climate Of Tempe.
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