South Tempe Travel Guide
Phoenix
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Popular places to visit
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center
Enjoy a fun-filled day at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center during your trip to Tempe. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life you'll find at SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium during your visit to Tempe. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Chase Field
Catch an event at Chase Field and enjoy other activities in Phoenix such as golfing.In the area, take in the acclaimed art galleries and desert landscapes.
Arizona State University
Walk around the campus of Arizona State University, a top university in Tempe. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out the jogging trails.
Phoenix Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Phoenix Convention Center, a top convention centre in Phoenix. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in South Tempe
Embassy Suites by Hilton Phoenix Tempe
"The pool water was cloudy, no way I would let my kids in there!"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Phoenix Tempe
"We stayed here 3 times within 3 months. Everybody was so friendly & they recognized me after the first stay! We asked for a rollaway & an extra blanket. This arrived extremely quickly & with a smile. Their free breakfast was the best I’ve ever seen! Clean and the selections were plentiful even with ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Sonesta ES Suites Tempe
"Was great felt right at home"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Talking Stick Resort
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Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
FOUNDRE Phoenix
"The room itself was great but my husbands car got booted after coming up to drop off his things and to go back to take a picture of his plate. He was gone for 30 mins max. The hotel should really do something about providing a parking voucher for free parking for hotel guests. I let them know and ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
"The property is absolutely beautiful! Would stay there again!!"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Tempe
Ahwatukee Foothills
Ahwatukee Foothills is known for its exciting water parks, and with sights like Foothills Golf Club and Desert Foothills Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Phoenix.
South Mountain
The ample dining options and top golf courses are top of the list for many visitors to South Mountain. A stop by Oasis Water Park or Arizona Grand Golf Course might round out your trip.
The Islands
The Islands might not have many top sights, but Gilbert Farmers Market and Hale Centre Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Phoenix
Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Phoenix. You can visit top attractions like Chase Field and Mortgage Matchup Center, and jump on the metro at 12th Street - Jefferson Station or 12th Street - Washington Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Scottsdale
While visiting Downtown Scottsdale, you might make a stop by sights like Scottsdale Waterfront and Scottsdale Stadium.
Old Town
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Scottsdale Waterfront to Scottsdale Fashion Square – discover Old Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
