downtown phoenix attractions
explore all that phoenix has to offer.
Take in the tranquil beauty of the Southwest, combined with the exhilarating energy of this vibrant city, when you stay at Hyatt Regency Phoenix. With so many fun things to do in Phoenix, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Planning a business meeting at our luxury hotel? Our professional Concierge staff will help you arrange an itinerary perfect for your group. Your colleagues' spouses and children will have plenty to keep them occupied during meetings, and activities for the whole group can include everything from an Arizona Diamondbacks game to hot-air balloon rides.
Browse the list of suggested activities below, or visit the other pages in this section for detailed ideas of things to do during your business trip or vacation, including sports and golf.
museums
arizona museum for youth
Using both traditional displays and participatory activities, this museum allows children to explore the fine arts and their own creativity. It's housed in a refurbished grocery store, and the highlight is Artville, an arts-driven kid-size town. Exhibits are geared mainly to toddlers through 12-year-olds, but all ages are welcome.
arizona doll & toy museum
This small museum is located in the historic Stevens House on Heritage Square in downtown Phoenix. The miniature classroom populated by doll students is a favorite exhibit. With dolls dating from the 19th century, this is a definite must for doll collectors.
phoenix museum of history
Explore the rich history of Phoenix through educational, interactive exhibits, just five minutes from our hotel.
phoenix police museum
This museum features a variety of exhibits, including a mock-up of an
early 1900s police station and a 1919 Ford Model T Police Car.
arizona capitol museum
Located just 10 minutes away in Valley of the Sun, this museum
features Flagship of the Fleet: the Life and Death of the U.S.S.
Arizona, the House and Senate Chambers, offices of the Governor and
Secretary of State, a hands-on exhibit for the sight impaired and
more.
heard museum
The Heard Museum of Native Cultures and Art is a must-see Arizona
landmark, dedicated to the art and culture of the Southwest Native
American.
phoenix art museum
Explore the wonderful collection of art from the
Impressionists to the Contemporary at the Phoenix Art Museum.
scottsdale museum of contemporary art
Just 25 minutes away in Scottsdale, this museum offers a fantastic showcase of contemporary art on display.
family attractions
phoenix zoo
Forget about polar bears and other cold-climate creatures; this zoo focuses its attention primarily on animals that come from climates similar to that of the Phoenix area. All animals are kept in naturalistic enclosures, and with all the palm trees and tropical vegetation, this zoo – just 15 minutes from Hyatt Regency Phoenix – sometimes manages to make you forget you're in the desert.
big surf waterpark
Open seasonally, Big Surf brings the beach to Phoenix – complete with waves, authentic ocean sand imported from the California coastline and a 300-foot water slide.
wet 'n' wild phoenix
With more than 16 water rides and cool attractions, Wet 'n' Wild Phoenix offers adventure, relaxation and fun for everyone in the family on a seasonal basis. Congo River Rapids is a mini water world, while Python serpentine slides are thrills for all ages.
arizona science center
Just five minutes from Hyatt Regency, the Arizona Science Center features a planetarium, fascinating hands-on learning exhibits and an IMAX theater.
historical attractions
mccormick railroad park
On the grounds are restored railroad cars and engines, two old
railway depots, model railroad layouts, and – best of all – a 5/12-scale
model railroad that takes visitors around the park. There's also a 1929
carousel and a general store.
taliesin west
Just 25 minutes from our hotel is Frank Lloyd Wright's winter
home and studio in Scottsdale until his death in 1959. Taliesin West
was selected by the American Institute of Architects as one of 17
buildings nationwide that exemplifies Wright's contribution to American
architecture. Tours are conducted daily, and private tours are also available.
heritage square
Within walking distance of our hotel, Historic Heritage Square
is a striking remnant of Phoenix's Victorian past. The Rosson House is
the cornerstone of a city block dating from the late 1800s. Museums,
shops and restaurants now inhabit the block, which encompasses the only
remaining group of residential structures from the original townsite of
Phoenix.
shopping
arizona center shops
With more than 60 specialty shops and eateries, the Arizona Center Shops offer something for everyone, just minutes from Hyatt Regency.
mill avenue district
Just 15 minutes away in Tempe, Arizona Mills Avenue Shopping District features hundreds of stores and outlets.
old town scottsdale shopping district
Visit Scottsdale for an excellent day of shopping in this Old Town district.
biltmore fashion park
Just 15 minutes away from Hyatt Regency, Biltmore Fashion Park
features upscale retailers, anchored by Macy's and Saks Fifth Avenue.
live entertainment
herberger theater center
Check out the latest performance at this vibrant theater, just five minutes from Hyatt Regency Phoenix.
dodge theatre
The Dodge Theatre is a major concert venue, located within walking distance of our hotel.
symphony hall
Enjoy a night at the symphony, less than five minutes from Hyatt Regency Phoenix.
orpheum theater
Attend a show at this historic theater, restored to its former brilliance.
cricket wireless pavilion
This major concert venue in Phoenix showcases all the hottest acts.
us airways center
Visit the home of the NBA's Phoenix Suns and WNBA's Mercury teams, as well as exciting concerts and events.
additional attractions
desert botanical garden
Nestled amid the buttes of Papago Park, the Desert Botanical Garden is home to one of the world's finest and most diverse collections of succulent plants, including rare, threatened and endangered species from around the Southwest.
arizona state university
Explore this exciting campus, just 15 minutes from Hyatt Regency.