South Tempe Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Tempe
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.
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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Grand Canyon University
Walk around the campus of Grand Canyon University, a well-known university in Phoenix. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Activities
Magical Sunset Yoga Experience, Unique Views
Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert
Grand Canyon Ground Tour with Helicopter Flight
Our pick of the best South Tempe Hotel Deals
Motel 6 Tempe, AZ – Elliot Road
The air worked perfectly and kept the room at the temperature I wanted
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
Poolside seats got full very quickly , so get there early , free tubes for the lazy river and if you play mini golf which is free be mindful if you lose your ball it’s a $20 surcharge . The room was spacious and clean there is also a fridge you can use .i also heard prior to arrival if you need a ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
The room was clean and spacious, only problem on the top floor is you can hear all of the AC units running
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Talking Stick Resort
The property was nice and my room was amazing. Clean and spacious. Room service was quick and delicious. All the staffers were very polite, informative, and helpful. Will definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
Overall Rating: 4/5 Stars We recently stayed here as a family of four and had a generally positive experience, primarily due to the layout and amenities. The Room and Layout The best part of this hotel is the space. We stayed in a suite with a separate bedroom and a living room, which provided much-needed ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Scottsdale Parkview Resort
Clean and nice property just was not close to my venue but overall good place
Reviewed on 18 Apr 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 Hale Centre Theatre and Chandler Center for the Arts 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 Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West and Scottsdale Waterfront.
Old Town
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Scottsdale Waterfront to Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West – discover Old Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
