Sightseeing & Tours
Tempe is the perfect home base for exploring
With its central location, you can easily visit Arizona destinations with Tempe as your home base. Many local tour companies will pick up guests from their Tempe hotel and depart for the Grand Canyon, Sedona or the Apache Trail. Take a city tour showing the highlights of the Phoenix area. Or, try a guided mountain biking or hiking adventure.
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360 Adventures
Want to experience the real Arizona? Get outside with 360 Adventures! We create amazing and memorable outdoor experiences with mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking and canyoneering tours. Whether you choose a half-day jaunt multi-day adventure, we’ve got you covered.
Across Arizona Tours
Across Arizona Tours provides one- and two-day guided tours. Destinations include Grand Canyon, Sedona, Oak Creek Canyon and other famous landmarks. They depart daily with pick-ups at most metro area hotels. They also offer group tours, custom itineraries and bilingual guides.
All Aboard America
All Aboard America has remained family-owned since 1936 and we pride ourselves on superior customer service and professionalism. We are Arizona’s largest tour and charter motorcoach company.
230 S. Country Club Dr.
Mesa, AZ 85210
Arizona Outdoor Fun
Feel the thrill as you navigate mountain trails on a guided or unguided ATV or UTV tour. Learn about Arizona’s history, explore the Sonoran Desert, visit Native American ruins, and cross the Agua Fria riverbed. Machine gun shooting adventures also available!
35972 Old Black Canyon Hwy.
Black Canyon City, AZ 85324
Boho Camper Vans
Boho Camper Vans is Arizona’s first locally-owned camper van company, renting their hand-crafted vans for luxury camping experiences. Including off-grid solar power, comfortable beds, kitchenettes with running water and more, Boho Camper Vans elevates road trips through functionality and beauty.
2121 S. Priest Dr., Ste. 102
Tempe, AZ 85282
Desert Belle Tour Boat
The Desert Belle has been plowing the waters of Saguaro Lake for over 50 years and is a unique and relaxing way to see exotic Arizona wildlife, towering canyon walls and dramatic desert vistas. Private cruises are also available.
14011 N. Bush Hwy.
Mesa, AZ 85215
Desert Dog Offroad Adventures
Desert Dog Offroad Adventures has been offering extraordinary offroad tours in the Phoenix and Scottsdale area for over 25 years. Try our exhilarating Guided UTV Sand Buggy Adventure, Trail Rated Jeep Tours or new to the scene our new 2021 Bronco Tours. Tours available 7 days a week, 3X’s a day. Call 480-837-3966 for details.
17212 E. Shea Blvd.
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
DETOURS American West
DETOURS American West has offered professional, guided tours since 2001. DETOURS creates a memorable guest experience with custom vehicles, expert guides and flexibility. From the Tempe, Phoenix and Scottsdale area, our small-group day trips showcase the best of Arizona.
Downtown Tempe Public Art Walking Tour
This self-guided tour takes you around Tempe’s vibrant downtown to explore its diverse collection of public art. The works seek to complement the natural and built environment through innovative place-making, installations, and infrastructure enhancements. Photo (by Michael Williams): Movement by The Lady Egg.
Eisendrath Center for Water Conservation
1400 N. College Ave.
Tempe, AZ 85281
Enterprise Holdings Inc. – operating Enterprise, Alamo and National Car Rental
Over 100 Arizona locations including airport and neighborhood rental branches serving resorts. Daily, weekly and monthly rates. Economy cars to minivans and our exotic car collection. Enterprise.com discount code: TMP123, pin: TEM.
Fort McDowell Adventures
A true gem in the Sonoran Desert located on the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Reservation providing 360 degree views of surrounding mountain ranges. Guests can enjoy cattle drives and ATV’s. Fort McDowell Adventures offers guests an outdoor experience unlike any other.
14803 N. Hiawatha Hood Rd.
Fort McDowell, AZ 85264
Four Peaks Brewing Company Brewery Tours
Housed inside a 100-year-old former creamery and ice factory, Four Peaks 8th Street is the brewery’s original location that features its beloved beers and brewpub food. Guided tours offer insight into brewery operations, the building’s history and the brewing process.
1340 E. 8th St.
Tempe, AZ 85281
Go Rentals
Go Rentals exists to create deep, meaningful relationships with our clients by going that extra mile in the form of unparalleled, customized one-on-one service. The Go Rentals difference – delivery of vehicles to airplane, home, office or hotel.
2802 E. Old Tower Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85034
Grand Canyon Railway
Make a Grand trip even grander! Departing daily from the Williams, AZ depot, the Grand Canyon Railway offers five classes of service. During your journey, be entertained with strolling musicians, Western cowboys and remarkable views.
233 N. Grand Canyon Blvd.
Williams, AZ 86046
Rainbow Ryders Hot Air Balloon Ride Co.
Experience the magic with Rainbow Ryders on a one hour flight over the beautiful Sonoran Desert. A post flight celebration will follow the ride to celebrate a check off your bucket list. It’s the ultimate adventure, book yours today!
REI Co-op Experiences
The REI Adventure Center in Scottsdale offers adventures for all, including guided hiking, road and mountain biking, kayaking, rafting, and SUP tours. Experience the desert with a guide or explore on your own with a bike from the Adventure Center’s rental fleet.
17465 N. 93rd St.
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Riverbound Sports
Riverbound Sports is a specialty paddle shop located in Tempe offering sales and rentals of SUPs, kayaks, and gear. Knowledgeable experts are on site to help create a great experience. Call the shop or visit the website for more information.
1425 E. University Dr., Ste. B-102
Tempe, AZ 85281
Salt River Rafting
Salt River Rafting provides whitewater trips through the scenic Salt River Canyon. Trips range from a half day to 4-Day adventures through the wilderness. Open 7 days a week, March – May.
Salt River Canyon, AZ
(800) 425-5253Tempe E-Bike Tours
Looking for a fun way to see all of Tempe? Try our guided and self-guided e-bike tours to explore all around Tempe. Come and join us to experience an e-bike adventure. Open for “meet & ride” for private groups.
Tempe Town Lake Public Art Walking Tour
This self-guided tour takes you along Tempe Town Lake and through the TCA to explore the city’s diverse collection of public art. The works seek to complement the natural and built environment through innovative place-making, installations, and infrastructure enhancements. Photo: Tree of Life by Marilyn Zwak
Valley Metro Rail
Valley Metro Rail is a 26-mile system that connects the cities of Phoenix, Tempe and Mesa. Trains stop at stations every 12-20 minutes. Fares are $2 for a single ride or $4 for a 1-day pass.
Valley Metro Streetcar
Valley Metro Streetcar is the newest mode of transportation in the City of Tempe. Streetcar travels on Mill and Ash avenues from Rio Salado Parkway and Marina Heights to Dorsey Lane and Apache Boulevard. Streetcars will arrive at stops every 15-20 minutes.
Valley Metro®
Hop on Valley Metro rail, streetcar or bus to get to your favorite destinations in Tempe! Light rail is steps away from ASU for football and basketball games. After the game, take streetcar to continue the fun on Mill Ave.