Encanto Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Phoenix Art Museum
There’s something for everyone in this stunning, interactive collection of art.
Heard Museum
Discover the ancient art and culture of Native American tribes in this excellent museum.
Encanto Park
After visiting Encanto Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Phoenix. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Saint Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center
If Saint Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Phoenix.
Phoenix Children's Hospital
If Phoenix Children's Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Phoenix.
Barrow Neurological Institute
If Barrow Neurological Institute is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Phoenix.
Activities
Historic Apache Trail & Sonoran Desert Tour with a Boat Ride
Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert
Grand Canyon Ground Tour with Helicopter Flight
From Phoenix: Sonoran Desert Guided ATV Training
Our pick of the best Encanto Hotel Deals
The Clarendon Hotel & Spa, BW Signature Collection
Just average at best
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Phoenix Downtown North
hotel was closed due to a carbon monoxide …worse experience ever and was on the phone for 2 hours for you guys to accommodate me which you fail as well. Last time I’ll be using Expedia
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
This property was gorgeous and perfectly located for my family and I. The pools were wonderful and staff very friendly and helpful. An added bonus was the easy access to trails and mountain foothills. We will be back
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
Nice staff but the rooms and water park were outdated
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Talking Stick Resort
Great place to stay if visiting Scottsdale. Lots to do on the property. Enjoyed all the amenities.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix Airport North
As with another hotel review from this same trip, we checked in a bit late and left quite early, so we did not have that much time to observe things here. Check-in was smooth. We stayed on the 6th floor (of 10). There was no noise issue that I noticed. No complaints about the beds, bathroom, etc. ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Encanto
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.
Camelback East
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Camelback East. Spend some time visiting top spots like Biltmore Fashion Park, and catch the metro at 44th Street - Washington Station or 50th Street Station to see more of the area.
Alhambra
Alhambra is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Glendale Ave / 19th Ave Station or Montebello-19th Ave Station to explore sights like GCU Arena.
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.
Maryvale Village
If you're spending some time in Maryvale Village, American Family Fields of Phoenix and Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre are top sights worth seeing.
North Mountain
Take time in North Mountain to visit attractions like Castles N' Coasters and Metrocenter. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at 19th Avenue/ Dunlap Station to see more of the city.
