As a Scottsdale resident, I thought I knew a little bit about Old Town... but we were looking for…read moresomething a little bit different for my mom's 89th birthday, and by far our favorite activity was Sam's walking tour. Sam's knowledge of local history along with all the current goings on is unsurpassed. She is delightful, well liked by everyone in town (look for lots of shout outs during your tour) and can advise you on everything to do during your stay in Scottsdale, whether you are local or a visitor! Highly recommend!

What a privilege and delight to take this walking tour led by a former mayor of Scottsdale! Sam…read morewas so knowledgeable-- little wonder -- she's been the mayor. Lots of personal insights. Go and enjoy!!

AZ Ghost Tours is absolutely fantastic! Our guide, Vinnie, was knowledgeable, fun, and brought the…read morehaunted history to life with real evidence and amazing stories. If you want a ghost tour with real history, real evidence, and real thrills, this is the one. Highly recommend!"

Did a ghost hunt at the old jail in Globe AZ and it was an incredible night. We used SLS camera,…read moreOvilus and each of us were given a meter to use the entire night. We did Spirit box sessions and got responses to our questions. The team that ran the event were very knowledgeable and did various experiments with us.

Decided to stay an extra night in AZ. Trying to fill our day with plans we came across the Phoenix…read moreGhost Tours. We had Lucas as our tour guide. He is very witty and speaks with great knowledge of the topics. Yes the tour is walking and definitely different than what we expected but we were not let down. It was hot, but we were very fascinated by how Lucas was telling the stories. I felt like Lucas was my audiobook as I took photos around the areas we toured. Yes you could read it all on the internet and plan accordingly, but the experience is what you make it. If you're gonna sit and be disappointed that the tour is walking and "boring", but even at times that I felt like I was not paying attention I was taking photos around in hopes to catch something. At the Teeter house I did catch what I think is an apparition in the window... let me know what you think! Take the tour it's worth it. I regret not purchasing the extended tour with Lucas!!

1 star for the stories. That's it. Didn't get to go in any…read morebuildings. The tour guide wasn't even checking to make sure all members of the group were together. Walking around dark areas of downtown and through alleyways. Did not feel safe. Was more scared of getting mugged than of ghosts.

SHANE and MIKE were amazing! Thank you for making our…read moreMother's Day special! We will be booking you both for a private event really soon!

The folks who gave you Arizona Party Bike are now kicking off Tempe Boat Cruisin, and I'm happy to…read moresay it's just as fun as biking around Old Town--but way more beautiful. Like APB, you purchase your drinks before you board--they have a good selection of beer, seltzers, other canned beverages and wine. Prices for the drinks are reasonable. Then you get on board for a sail around Tempe Town Lake. You can sit at the center bar and pedal if you want, but you don't have to--you can sit in the back or stand to watch the views. It's a really great way to have fun with a group while enjoying being on the water. I would absolutely do it again!

I'll be completely honest. Being that I've already seen Sedona several times I never expected to…read morehave this much fun. It was a completely different experience being guided through some parts I've never seen before. The Dukout tour guide, Chris, took my wife and I alongsmall group on a Sedona wine tour. Chris was extremely knowledgeable about the area yet delivered the info in such a fun approve and never once did we feel bored. The amazing wine tastings from the vineyards we visited definitely didn't hurt either! Highly recommend Dukout to anyone looking to experience Arizona in a different way.

Did a tour with DukOut with guides Katie and Diana. Both were very lovely. We rode with Diana, who…read morewas pleasant, safe, and extremely knowledgeable! She knew it all! From history, wildlife, animals, and the shops. You couldn't be in better hands than with Diana.

Taliesin West is the desert laboratory of Frank Lloyd Wright, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage…read moresite and National Historic Landmark. They offer multiple ways to visit, including the self-guided audio tour, Behind-The-Scenes tour, Apprentice Shelters Hike, Golden Hour Sunset Hike, Sonoran Desert Plant Hike and Tasting. The most popular visitation experience is through the self-guided audio tour, which my partner and I opted for on a Sunday morning during their last slot at 10:45am and purchased the additional matching card set. We parked in the small, gravel parking lot out front, walked to the gift shop entrance to start our audio tour. Since we were about 15 minutes late, we were advised to start a few stations into the tour and follow through until its completion. While it's clearly outlined on its website to bring your own earphones, we forgot to, but we were provided with equipment to borrow. We also downloaded the app for listening. This day was particularly hot, so we opted to skip over the outside stations and instead listen to their tour while sitting in the inside stations. The site in general is not very air-conditioned, although some stations do have some air-conditioning. I would highly recommend bringing an umbrella to shade from the sun as well as a hat and handheld personal fan. The experience speaks for itself. But I'd recommend it for anyone in the area with free time in the morning and an appreciation for art.

Truly a treasure of humanity, and has been awarded so by UNESCO. For Frank Lloyd Wright, this was…read morehis Western expression that allowed him to connect with nature in so many ways. After seeing several of his works, this is perhaps the best. Everything flows, everything connects, from the reflecting tiles to the Chinoiserie to the additional and more expansive rooms as his creation added staff who needed more space. It is interesting to visualize the space as it would have been when he lived here. Beautiful views of the desert and Phoenix far away. Yes, it ain't cheap but well worth it.

When my family came to visit from NYC for the weekend, I was on a mission. I wanted to show them…read morethat Phoenix has more to offer than cacti, 115-degree weather, and Instagram worthy rooftops. I was looking for a spot with fresh, flavorful food, a relaxed vibe, and maybe a little something extra to keep my teenage nieces and nephew entertained. MATCH Market & Bar checked just about every box. Before we even ordered, the kids were already wandering through the little market area, which turned out to be half the fun. They found a locally designed jigsaw puzzle, grabbed a few unique snacks for later, and suddenly I had bought myself a few uninterrupted minutes to look over the menu. Parents, aunts, uncles... you know those moments are priceless. Now let's talk about the food. We went all in. Salmon, steak, fresh salads, wings, tacos, appetizers, a sandwich (don't ask me which one because everybody was reaching across the table stealing bites), fries, and every plate was a winner. Everything tasted fresh and had just enough creativity without trying too hard to be "chef-y." It felt like the kind of menu where almost anyone can find something they'll enjoy. My one... and only..,. complaint? The ordering system. Call me old-fashioned, but I'm still a fan of sitting down, having someone take my order, and easing into the dining experience. Ordering at the register, grabbing a table number, and waiting for food delivery always feels a little like upscale cafeteria dining to me. It certainly didn't ruin the experience, but if MATCH ever switched to full table service, I'd probably become a regular. The atmosphere was easygoing and welcoming. We visited early in the afternoon, so it wasn't buzzing just yet. We enjoyed our meal, caught up on family gossip, laughed way too loudly a few times, and then headed out. I noticed they host live music and other events in the evenings, though, and I have a feeling the whole place takes on a completely different personality after dark. If you're looking for a casual lunch with fresh food, good ingredients, and a downtown location that somehow manages to avoid feeling chaotic, MATCH is absolutely worth checking out. The pricing was fair and appropriate for this area, so that was a plus. It's the kind of place that's equally good for a quick bite, meeting friends, or bringing out-of-town guests who want something a little different. Will I be back? I think so. But next time I'm coming in the evening. I want to see this place with a cocktail in hand, music playing, and a little more of the energy that I suspect makes MATCH shine.

Walk in and the first thing you see is this giant painting of Burt Reynolds!!! It's an actual art…read morepiece!!! Staff was very friendly and helpful. I had a lot of questions. About the place the direction they were going and how to be an artist if I wanted to dabble a bit!!! They host little sessions in this cute little studio and if you care to indulge, walk around the hotel, there is art everywhere. The bar is fun and lively and the bartenders are wonderful!!! Good looking out for when I left my computer mouse at bar staff one morning. Ha ha ha. The hotel restaurant is trendy and the menu is solid. Prices are reasonable and food all tastes darn good!!! Rooms were large and very open!!! Keep this in mind if rooming with someone. Bathroom is frosted glass walls. FYI. It can get a little noisy at night. lol. Pool is nice, no life guard. But also not that large. Pleasant. All in all I had a good stay here 5 nights! I would love to do it again!!!

I was so impressed with the communication, planning, and outcome of the special bachelor party…read moreevent AZBrew provided us with! My brothers' friends and I all met up easily and the tour blew our minds with delicious beer, great behind-the-scenes access and information, yummy dinner, and so much personal attention to detail. SUPER happy people, would HIGHLY recommend this tour operator to anyone interested in a great local experience. They are amazingly knowledgeable, prepared, accommodating and kind. super fun!

When I first reached out and spoke with the owner, I couldn't believe they hadn't had a review in…read moretwo years! Nice guy, tells me everything I needed to hear. Then he basically ghosts me. If you want what this company was offering, rent a party bus. It's cheaper and you can explore without an itinerary. I won't say which party bus company we went with, but they're out of Queen Creek and it's a Ride that Rambles.