For The Experience Seekers
Have you ever wanted to see a real ghost town, play golf on a PGA course, or ride your horse off into the sunset? Perhaps you'd rather shop all day or spend some quality time making memories together as a family. Maybe you just want to experience something that you never have before—like a journey down the Grand Canyon, a tour of Frank Lloyd Wright's desert architectural gems, or a sky-high sunrise expedition on a hot air balloon. Let the vacation begin!
Culture
Expand your mind at impressive art museums, genuine historical sites, and famous architectural wonders like Frank Lloyd Wright's desert architectural gem. Explore prehistoric cultures, Native American crafts, Old West relics, and famous musical wonders.
Culture
Phoenix's Best Museums & Galleries
Broaden your horizons with a deeper understanding of the American Southwest at our most enthralling museums. Browse thought-provoking galleries of modern art and ancient artifacts. Experience world-famous architectural wonders and real Wild West history. From global music to native cultures, discover new learning adventures and awe-inspiring moments at these unique museums in Scottsdale and Phoenix.
Adventure
When visiting Arizona, you always have permission to play outdoors! Get outside and begin your next adventure exploring the colorful and blooming Sonoran Desert with beautiful trails, crystal-clear rivers and plenty of rugged wilderness. Take to the cloudless blue skies in a hot air balloon or saddle up your posse for a horseback ride in the backcountry.
Adventure
Free Spirited Desert Exploration
Family
Plan the family vacation everyone looks forward to with fun crafts, games, and activities at our resort's Trailblazers Family Adventure Center. Visit aquariums, petting zoos, and butterfly gardens. Take a tour to see Arizona wildlife up close and play with hands-on experiments at a world-class children's museum.
Family
Kids Activities The Whole Family Will Love
The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess was built for families. Enjoy kid-friendly fun at Trailblazers Family Adventure Center, our resort's kids club with non-stop games and endless good times, and check out our events calendar to discover family-friendly summer, winter and seasonal events. Make Scottsdale's best family resort your home base for exploring nearby family friendly attractions, museums, zoos and discovery centers. It's time to create some new memories together as a family…making time for play is easy here!
Golf
Practice your swing on scenic desert golf courses with championship play, including TPC Scottsdale's Stadium Course and Champions Course - both right next door to our resort! Tee off at picturesque courses with natural arroyos, desert flora, and gorgeous mountain backdrops.
Golf
Hit The Links At Scottsdale's Spectacular Championship Golf Courses
Perfect your game on stunning desert courses with challenging play and magnificent mountain scenery. Discover immaculate golf courses in Scottsdale that are inspired by the Southwestern landscape, with natural arroyos, rolling ridges, and desert flora.
Enjoy easy access to two impressive golf courses right in the resort's backyard: TPC Scottsdale's Champions Course and Stadium Course, the site of the world-famous PGA Tour Waste Management Phoenix Open every winter. Wondering where to golf in Scottsdale? Here's the best of the best.
Shopping
With more than 2,500 luxury retailers, unique boutiques and upscale malls, it's easy to see why Scottsdale is a shopper's paradise. Take a stroll down the historic streets of Old Town for authentic Native American jewelry or soak up the sun at Nearby Kierland Commons outdoor mall.
Shopping
Scottsdale: The Southwest's Hottest Shopping Scene
Shopping isn't a sideshow here - it's a way of life. From leisurely strolls through outdoor malls to treasure hunts for that special souvenir, Scottsdale caters to shopaholics of every stripe. You'll find more than 2,500 luxury shops in the city, along with rustic cowgirl boutiques, Native American crafts, and popular high-end luxury brands. Enjoy open-air retail therapy or cool off in air-conditioned malls.
Day Trips
Heed the call of the open road! Take a short drive to authentic ghost towns, laid-back Western villages and historic Route 66. Take in the serenity of Sedona's iconic red rocks and the cool vibe of Flagstaff's friendly ponderosa pines. Discover impressive natural wonders from Horseshoe Bend to Antelope Canyon and of course, Grand Canyon National Park.
Day Trips
Venture Farther On The Best Day Trips From Scottsdale, AZ
Put the top down on the convertible, hit the open road and cruise through Arizona's beautiful desert scenery to these exciting nearby day trip destinations. Visit authentic Wild West ghost towns and mysterious limestone caverns. Practice yoga in a New Age hotspot. Ride a horse in the foothills and drive to one of the greatest Wonders of the World. From funky college towns to an eco-utopia, embark on an easy day trip journey and discover fun things to do near Scottsdale.