Places to Visit in Arizona
The winding, twisting cracks of this location are mesmerizing to wander around, as sunbeams enchantingly snake their way along the sandstone walls, illuminating and bathing the soft red tones in resplendent light.
A) Antelope Canyon
B) Bighorn Canyon
C) Green River Canyon
Antelope Canyon (Arizona)
Why not start off your visit to Scottsdale with a taste of what it's really like? This area is exactly what you're looking for. It's a great place to spend a fun first day in town. Not only will it give you a glimpse of some of the great vibes Scottsdale has, but it also comes fully stocked with many great shopping, eating, and browsing opportunities.
A) Old Town Scottsdale
B) Butterfly Wonderland
C) McDowell Sonoran Preserve
Old Town Scottsdale (Scottsdale, Arizona)
Spacious, sleek Italian spot offering house-made pastas & roasted meats, plus a global wine list.
A) Chubby Bull
B) Portly Bison
C) Fat Ox
Fat Ox Restaurant (Scottsdale, Arizona)
The state of Arizona has two nicknames. One of the nicknames is, "_____________________."
A) The Diamondback Desert
B) The Desert State
C) The Grand Canyon State
The Grand Canyon State
At the base of Camelback Mountain, this polished hotel on the grounds of The Phoenician resort is 2 miles from Scottsdale's Museum of the West and 7 miles from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
A) The Grotto Suites at The Phoenician
B) The Buttes Suites at The Phoenician
C) The Canyon Suites at The Phoenician
The Canyon Suites at The Phoenician, a Luxury Resort (Scottsdale, Arizona)
Located just outside of Page, this awe-inspiring location lies within Glen Canyon National Recreation Area in the north of Arizona. Formed over the millennia by the Colorado River, it is named for its distinctive horseshoe-shape, which sees craggy cliffs curve around the roaring river below.
A) White Pocket
B) Coyote Buttes
C) Horseshoe Bend
Horseshoe Bend (Arizona)
Fans of architecture - and especially of the great Frank Lloyd Wright - should definitely stop by this location. It's not only an architecture school, but it's also the headquarters for the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation.
A) Frederick C. Robie House
B) Taliesin West
C) Unity Temple
Taliesin West (Scottsdale, Arizona)
Gastropub offering refined, farm-to-table New American fare & local wines in intimate environs.
A)NbF Restaurant
B) BnF Restaurant
C) FnB Restaurant
FnB Restaurant (Scottsdale, Arizona)
Arizona is in a region of the United States called the ________________.
A) Desert Region
B) West
C) Southwest
Southwest
This upmarket resort on 53 acres of land is 5 miles from the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art and 7 miles from Desert Botanical Garden.
A) Asylum Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa
B) Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa
C) The Westin La Paloma
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa (Scottsdale, Arizona)
Set just 37 miles to the east of Flagstaff is this massive and majestic landmark. Billed as the best-preserved of its kind, it's now a popular attraction, with sightseeing tours, a discovery center, and 4D experience room.
A) Vredefort Impact Structure
B) Meteor Crater Natural Landmark
C) Sunset Crater
Meteor Crater (Arizona)
This attraction is dedicated to all things trains, and it will appeal to kids of all ages, including any parents who are young at heart. There are dioramas all over the park that illustrate various types of model trains running through the park, as well as fun mini-train rides.
A) Eldorado Park
B) Scottsdale Railroad Museum
C) McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park
McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park (Scottsdale, Arizona)
Stylish restaurant with an Old West vibe serving flame-grilled American fare & cocktails.
A) The Roaring Knife
B) The Roaring Spoon
C) The Roaring Fork
The Roaring Fork Restaurant (Scottsdale, Arizona)
Arizona became a U.S. state in the year of _______________.
A) 1912
B) 1909
C) 1923
1912
This refined Sonoran Desert resort is 1.4 miles from Pinnacle Peak and 2.3 miles from Troon North Golf Club. Elegant quarters feature southwestern decor, desert or mountain views, and balconies or patios, as well as gas fireplaces.
A) Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort
B) Four Seasons Resort
C) Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
Four Seasons Resort (Scottsdale, Arizona)
Lying alongside Route 66 with the splendid San Francisco Peaks looking out over it, this city is a charming and laid-back place that has many different aspects. While wandering around town, you'll find lots of old architecture that dates back to when the city was an important railroad town, as well as atmospheric coffee shops and bars catering to Flagstaff's large university population.
A) Sedona
B) Flagstaff
C) Prescott
Flagstaff (Arizona)
Speaking of really cool and free museums, you should definitely also check out this museum. It's in between two Penske car dealerships (in case you also want to buy a car on your trip) and it's a multi-floor museum showing off an impressive car collection owned by Mr. Penske himself.
A) Dwarf Car Museum
B) Penske Racing Museum
C) Penske Automobile Experience
Penske Racing Museum (Scottsdale, Arizona)
This stylish, funky choice for seasonal Mexican-Asian fusion cuisine also offers creative cocktails.
A) SOL Mexican Cocina
B) SumoMaya
C) Alma Scottsdale
SumoMaya Restaurant (Scottsdale, Arizona)
The state bird of Arizona is the ________________.
A) Quail
B) Cactus Wren
C) Roadrunner
Cactus Wren
This sprawling Southwestern-style resort is 3 miles from the TPC of Scottsdale golf course, and 9.8 miles from Downtown Scottsdale.
A) The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa
B) Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts
C) Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa (Scottsdale, Arizona)
Appearing in television shows and magazines, this location ranks as one of Arizona's most photographed attractions. Owned by the Havasupai Tribe, this stunning waterfall consists of one cataract that plunges 120 feet into a natural swimming pool of blue-green water that stands in striking contrast against a background of red canyon walls.
A) Havasu Falls
B) Beaver Falls
C) Mooney Falls
Havasu Falls (Arizona)
You're going to be in the desert, so you might as well explore some classic desert landscapes, right? This Scottsdale must-see includes five trails, each with a different theme. Walk along each to find arid-land plants that will dazzle the eye.
A) Desert Botanical Garden
B) Papago Park
C) Heatwave Botanical Garden
Desert Botanical Garden (Scottsdale, Arizona)
Upscale gastropub turning out creative New American recipes complemented by craft beverages & cocktails.
A) Citizen Public House
B) Culinary Dropout
C) AZ88
Citizen Public House Restaurant (Scottsdale, Arizona)
The capital city of Arizona is ______________.
A) Flagstaff
B) Tucson
C) Phoenix
Phoenix
Set 5 miles from Scottsdale Municipal Airport, this upscale resort hotel is also 5 miles from shopping at Scottsdale Fashion Square, and 9 miles from Taliesin West, Frank Lloyd Wright's winter home.
A) Grand Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort
B) Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows
C) The Scott Resort & Spa
Grand Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort (Scottsdale, Arizona)