Phoenix (or Phoenix, Phoenix) is the capital of Arizona and the largest city in the state with a population of more than 1.5 million people. Phoenix is the most populous city in the south-west of the United States and the sixth-largest city in the country. Founded in 1881 on the site of an Indian settlement, since its inception, Phoenix has been an important cultural, political, economic and transport center that attracts many people from all over the world.
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How to get to Phoenix
By plane
5 kilometers from the city is the international airport Phoenix Sky Harbor, where flights come from almost anywhere in the US and many major European cities. It can be reached from the city by buses No. 13 and No. 40.
In addition, east of Phoenix there is a small airport Phoenix-Mesa Gateway, where only domestic flights arrive, and 24 kilometers to the north is a fairly large Phoenix Deer Valley Airport.
By car
From the southern and western part of the country to Phoenix, you can reach highway 10, from the north - along highway 17, and from the east - along highway 60.
By bus
In the city buses Greyhound Bus Lines, following from many large cities of the country stop, and buses Silver Spur Tours arrive basically their cities located nearby.
Amtrak buses come to Phoenix from Flagstaff, from Arizona Shuttle and Continental Transportation buses from Tucson, and from Maricopa to MaricopaXpress.
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Transport
Traveling in the city center is most convenient on a light subway, a full-day ticket for an adult will cost you $ 3.50. However, if you need to go to the outskirts or in the cities adjacent to Phoenix, it would be wiser to rent a car.
In addition, the city has the buses Valley Metro, most of the routes also pass through the city center, the fare on them depends on the direction, duration of the trip and the class of the bus, starting from $ 0.85 and up to $ 7.25.
Moving around the city by taxi is quite convenient - but not too cheap. If the trip through the center costs $ 10-15, then you will need about $ 100 to get to the outskirts.
Hotels in Phoenix
Phoenix is a huge city, in which there are many hotels, so you can always find here something to your taste. The most budgetary options are hostels located some distance from the center. For example, you can stop at Hostelling International Phoenix, which starts at $ 18 per night.
Almost all hotels in the central part of the city are significantly more expensive. One night at SpringHill Suites Downtown will cost you $ 150, but in this hotel you can be offered excellent breakfasts, free shuttle buses to the airport, a small gym with a swimming pool and Internet in every room.
Book popular Phoenix hotels at the best prices
| JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort from 12 250 rub. Phoenix 5350 East Marriott Drive | Renaissance Phoenix Downtown from 5 725 rub. Phoenix 50 East Adams Street | Arizona Biltmore from 12 250 rub. Phoenix 2400 East Missouri Avenue |
| Palomar Phoenix Cityscape, a Kimpton Hotel from 15 327 rubles Phoenix 2 East Jefferson Street | Westin Phoenix Downtown from 6 710 rubles Phoenix 333 North Central Avenue | Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel from 5 540 rubles Phoenix 340 North 3rd Street |
| SpringHill Suites Phoenix Downtown from 11 019 rubles Phoenix 802 East Van Buren Street | Radisson Hotel Phoenix North from 4 432 rubles Phoenix 10220 North Metro Parkway East | Radisson Hotel Phoenix Airport from 4 740 rubles Phoenix 427 North 44th Street |
| Econo Lodge Phoenix Airport from 6,094 rubles Phoenix 3037 East Van Buren Street | Super 8 Downtown Phoenix from 5 233 rubles Phoenix 965 East Van Buren | Travelodge Phoenix North from 2 770 rubles Phoenix 2735 West Sweetwater Avenue |
The Embassy Suites Biltmore Hotel is located next to Biltmore Fashion Park, part of the city, with the largest concentration of shops and restaurants, and if you want to live close to museums - you should pay attention to the Quality Inn and Suites Downtown.
And for fans of luxury in Phoenix, there are several high-class hotels such as Arizona Grand Resort], which has several restaurants on its territory, a golf course, chic cottages in which you can stay with the whole family and a wonderful spa, or Royal Palms Resort & Spa, in which is constantly held various activities.
Restaurants in Phoenix
Aunt Chilada's @ Squaw Peak is one of the most popular low-cost restaurants in the city, offering excellent Mexican cuisine. The restaurant is open from 11am to 1am, and the average bill is $ 12-15. A little more expensive is to dine at Rustler's Rooste-Cowboy Steak - about $ 20. Every evening in this restaurant there are local groups playing country, and sometimes even there are different performances.
Sports fans should visit the Phantom Horse Grill, which broadcasts all the important sporting events. Old Town Tortilla Factory is famous for its chili and raspberry sauce (sounds a little strange, but it's really tasty), besides the restaurant has a cozy terrace, thanks to the heated chairs, which is open even in winter. The average bill in this restaurant is $ 30.
If you just want to have a quick lunch, you should stop by one of the 24-hour Mexican fast food outlets, for example Filiberto's or Raliberto's, where you can order an excellent burrito for just $ 4.
Entertainment, excursions and attractions of Phoenix
Arizona Science Center is a museum dedicated to science and technology. The museum has a cinema IMAX, in addition, there are constantly held various exhibitions. In the Botanical Garden you can see the flora and fauna of the Sonoran desert and learn about how some plants were used to survive in the desert. Also, if you like nature, you should visit the Japanese garden Ro Ho En, in which tea ceremonies are held.
The Heard Museum is known all over the world for its exposition, which tells about the culture and way of life of the Indians. If you decide to visit it, be sure to look at the collection of dolls Hopi Kachina. The museum and archaeological park Pueblo Grande is dedicated to the study of the pre-Columbian civilization of Hojokam.
More than 16,000 works by American, Latin American and Asian artists are presented in the Art Museum of Phoenix, and every Friday in the month the entrance to the museum is free.