Friendly Tempe will entice you
Enjoy the live music and other features of Tempe. This welcoming city is known for its sporting events, lake and university setting. Chase Field and Phoenix Convention Center are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. If you need more space to accommodate a family holiday or a trip with friends, rental homes often come with separate dining areas and spacious living rooms.
Activities and attractions in Tempe
Do you want to find attractions to see in the city? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and experience everything that makes Tempe a fun place to get away to. These are some of the major attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Phoenix Zoo (1.9 mi / 3.1 km)
- LEGOLAND® Discovery Center (3.1 mi / 4.9 km)
- Arizona Grand Golf Course (4 mi / 6.4 km)
- Golfland Sunsplash (6.5 mi / 10.4 km)
- Arizona Biltmore Resort - Links Course (8.1 mi / 13.1 km)
- Arizona Biltmore Country Club (8.2 mi / 13.2 km)
Exploring the natural features in Tempe
Whether you're an adventurous traveller or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Tempe is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. These are some of the area's most stunning natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Arboretum at Arizona State University (0.9 mi / 1.5 km)
- Tempe Town Lake (1.4 mi / 2.3 km)
- Papago Park (2.4 mi / 3.8 km)
- Camelback Mountain (6.3 mi / 10.1 km)
- Encanto Park (9.3 mi / 14.9 km)
- Phoenix Mountains Preserve (10.5 mi / 17 km)
Transport to and around Tempe
The nearest airport is in Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), located 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you could also fly into Mesa, AZ (MSC-Falcon Field Municipal), which is 12.4 mi (19.9 km) away.
You can see more of Tempe by catching a ride on the metro at 6th Street/Mill Avenue Tram Stop, Mill Ave - Third Street Station or 3rd Street/Mill Avenue Tram Stop.