Things to do in Central Phoenix

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Desert Botanical Garden is a 140-acre botanical garden located in Papago Park, at 1201 N. Galvin Parkway in Phoenix, central Arizona. stock photo
Desert Botanical Garden is a 140-acre botanical garden located in Papago Park, at 1201 N. Galvin Parkway in Phoenix, central Arizona. stock photo
Downtown Central City, Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America.
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Areas of Central Phoenix

Downtown Phoenix which includes outdoor art

Midtown

You might take some time to check out the live music in Midtown. Spend some time visiting top spots like Heard Museum, and catch the metro at Thomas Rd - Central Ave Station or Osborn Rd - Central Ave Station to see more of the area.

Midtown
Roosevelt Row showing outdoor art

Roosevelt Row

One of the trendiest neighborhoods in Phoenix is a cultural hub known for its museums, street festivals, artists and creative output.

Roosevelt Row
Roosevelt Row showing outdoor art

Evans Churchill

While Evans Churchill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Phoenix Symphony Hall and Phoenix Art Museum.

Evans Churchill
Garfield

Garfield

Though Garfield may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Arizona Center and Arizona Science Center.

Garfield
Footprint Center which includes interior views

Warehouse District

If you're spending some time in Warehouse District, Mortgage Matchup Center and Chase Field are top sights worth seeing.

Warehouse District
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Roosevelt

Even though there aren't top sights in Roosevelt, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Phoenix Art Museum. Jump on the metro at McDowell - Central Ave Station to see more of the city.

Roosevelt

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