Heard Museum View Map The Heard Museum is the pride of Phoenix and one of the oldest cultural centers in the city. It was built in 1929 to house the collection of Dwight and Maie Heard. The Heards came to Arizona in 1895 and avidly collected Southwest Indian Arts and Crafts, including twined and coiled basketry, hand formed pottery and rich, colorful rugs. Over the years, the Heard collection has grown immensely and today includes some 75,000 cataloged artifacts. Major acquisitions include the late Senator Barry Goldwater's Kachina Doll Collection, the Read Mullan Collection of Contemporary Navajo Rugs, the C. G. Wallace Jewelry Collection and the Fred Harvey Indian Art Collection. Desert Botanical Gardens View Map The gardens hold an incredible variety of cacti, succulents, trees and shrubs from the deserts of North and South America, Africa, Australia and Asia. More than 10,000 plants representing 2,500 different species allow you to see how these fascinating plants have adapted to the harsh extremes of desert climates. An excellent self-guided tour booklet enables you to take in the sights and sounds of the Garden at your own pace. A highlight of your tour will no doubt be the Native Plant Trail where you'll see a natural display of the plants of the Sonoran Desert and informational signs that will tell you how these plants were used by early desert dwellers. Chase Field View Map Chase Field opened in the spring of 1998, built as a multipurpose facility to house Arizona's first Major League Baseball team, the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Ballpark covers approximately 1,300,000 square feet, including the playing surface, and is divided into six levels. Chase Field is the only facility in the world that combines a retractable roof, air conditioning and a natural turf field. US Airways Center View Map US Airways Center opened in 1992 and has established itself as a premier entertainment venue. It is home to the Phoenix Suns, Coyotes, Mercury and the Arizona Rattlers. In addition to the professional sports teams, there are also family shows, ice events and the circus. There is truly something for everyone at the arena. The Arizona Center View Map Arizona Center showcases 150,000 square feet of specialty retail shops, restaurants and entertainment centered around a 3.5 acre oasis of palm trees, gardens and fountains. Shoppers will find the perfect gift - for themselves or special loved ones - at any one of more than 50 specialty and nationally known retail shops. Dining is an adventure with nine full-service, fine dining restaurants offering a variety of international cuisine. For those seeking a tasty lunch, snack or refreshments, the Gardenside Food Court features 10 "express" restaurants in a cosmopolitan setting overlooking The Gardens. When the sun goes down, the lights come on at Arizona Center's popular nightclubs. Phoenix Live View Map Phoenix Live! offers three distinct nightclubs within one facility. In Phoenix Live! - you will find America's Original Sports Bar where indoor basketball courts, billiards and a variety of indoor interactive sports games provide ample opportunities for fun. Decades is for the dancers who enjoy their favorite music from the 70's, 80's and 90's. Last but not least, sit back, relax and sing to your favorite songs and TV shows at Ltl' Ditty's dueling piano bar. Phoenix Zoo View Map Visit the beautiful Phoenix Zoo, home to over 1,200 animals. Centrally located in the Phoenix metro area, the Phoenix Zoo offers an exciting array of animal exhibits, unique special events, educational programs and outdoor recreational activities for people of all ages. The spectacular surroundings make it an ideal setting for professional meetings, memorable dinner/receptions, weddings and more. The Phoenix Zoo, having celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2003, is the largest nonprofit zoo in the country. University of Phoenix Stadium View Map The University of Phoenix Stadium, with its retractable roof and field, is unlike any other stadium in North America, and a marvel of design, engineering, and technology.  The primary tenants in the stadium include the NFL's Arizona Cardinals and the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl. The 63,400-seat stadium (expandable to 73,000) opened on August 1, 2006 after three years of construction.  The multipurpose nature of the facility has allowed it to host 91 events representing 110 event days between the dates of August 4, 2006 through the BCS National Championship on January 8, 2007. Phoenix Art Museum View Map This is one of the largest art museums in the Southwest, and within its labyrinth of halls and galleries is a respectable collection that spans the major artistic movements from the Renaissance to the present. Exhibits cover decorative arts, historic fashions, Spanish-colonial furnishings and religious art, and, of course, works by members of the Cowboy Artists of America. The popular Thorne Miniature Collection consists of tiny rooms on a scale of 1 inch to 1 foot. Because this museum is so large, it frequently mounts traveling blockbuster exhibits. Wrigley Mansion View Map  The Wrigley Mansion is proof that the traditions of elegance and hospitality still exist. The mansion maintains a well-deserved reputation as an exceptional location for social gatherings of all sizes as well as small and large corporate events. Built in 1932 by chewing gum magnate William Wrigley Jr., the mansion sits atop a 100 foot knoll with commanding views of the mountains and the city below. Embracing elements of Spanish, California Monterey and Mediterranean architecture, the mansion stands as a monument to an elegance and opulence seldom seen or experienced in one's everyday encounters. The Wrigley Mansion reaches beyond the ordinary into the extraordinary. Grand Canyon View Map Experience what made the West famous...wide open spaces, incredible geography, and spectacular color! The breathtaking beauty of the Grand Canyon, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, is like nothing else you will ever experience. The Grand Canyon can be experienced in a variety of ways... panoramic flights over the Grand Canyon by fixed-wing aircraft or helicopter, invigorating hikes along the Rim trails or into the very depths of the Canyon and extending to the North Rim, exciting white water rafting trips, guided motor coach tours to historic points of interest and scenic overlooks, leisurely mule trips to the bottom of the Canyon, informative nature walks with a Park Ranger, and much, much more! TOP