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8 Things to do in Scottsdale, Arizona

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Once termed as the 'desert version of Miami's South Beach' by the New York Times, Scottsdale has the perfect blend of scenic views, history, great food, RV parks, trolley rides, and the like!

McDowell Sonoran Preserve

Go hiking, horse riding or mountain biking at the 100 miles scenic trails and about 6 trailheads of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve!

Center for Performing Arts

Enjoy a diverse range of music, theater, dance, comedy, and films from across the globe at the Center for Performing Arts. You can book tickets to live performances, educational programs, major festivals and/or community celebrations.

Downtown Scottsdale

Visit Scottsdale's most cherished festive artworks, learn about the region's history, visit the famous art galleries, or take a self-guided tour to the historic corner of the place.

Musical Instrument Museum

Get introduced to new musical instruments and learn about various forms of music at this museum. You can put on the high tech headphones that are on offer or view the multimedia displays to understand global music along with trying your hand at guitars, gamelans and gongs!

OdySea Aquarium

With more than 30,000 animals and about 500 species in 50 different exhibit, the OdySea offers an exciting journey to people of all ages. Don't miss to enroll yourself to the Sea TREK, an underwater ocean walking event!

Chocolate Tour

Meet the best chocolatiers and pastry chefs while on a chocolate tour of the town! You will also get chocolate samples that include bar chocolate, truffles, cupcakes, brownies and more!

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TPC Scottsdale

The desert-style golf course at the TPC is one of the finest ones in the town.

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At this 36-hole golf complex, you can practice your game at the same place where the professionals play and also witness the annual Phoenix Open at the stadium!

Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center

The conservation center rescues wildlife that is either wounded, orphaned or have lost their homes! You can take prior appointment for guided tours at the center. Education, as well as humane scientific research opportunities, are offered in conservative medicine.
In Scottsdale, you can also enroll yourself at the Arizona Cowboy College to earn a degree in being a cowboy!