Phoenix Itinerary 5 Days

5 Days in Phoenix - Perfect Vacation Guide

Well-known for its picturesque desert scenery, Phoenix houses a huge variety of things and attractions which promise to treat visitors to a fun-filled time. The interesting museums, the plethora of historic spots, and the wonderful places of natural beauty ensure that no tourist who visits this city of Arizona goes back disappointed. With this Phoenix Itinerary 5 Days, check out the best way to spend 5 days here.

What to see in Phoenix in 5 days?

Museums

The largest art museum in the Southwestern United States, Phoenix Art Museum is a modern art museum that houses numerous permanent collections spanning across several genres like, European, Asian, Latin American and American art. Another famous museum is Heard Museum, an art and heritage museum that aims to educate and spread awareness about the indigenous people of the Americas, and traditional American-Indian tribes. The Hall of Flame Fire Museum pays a tribute to firefighters who have been killed while on duty and also displays exhibits that give visitors an insight into the history of firefighting.

The Arizona State Capitol Museum is another favourite among tourists. It is an interactive museum which takes visitors of a colourful journey into the vibrant and vast history of this state. World’s largest museum dedicated to musical instruments, Musical Instrument Museum has a staggering collection of over 15,000 musical instruments and associated objects. Last but not the least, the Arizona Science Centre, which was built with the aim to promote exploration, innovation, and collaboration of sciences, is also a must-visit place in this city.

Natural Beauty

Phoenix, thanks to its unique topography and climate, has been blessed with abundant natural beauty. Most of the natural attractions of this area fall into the desert category. The primary attraction in Phoenix is the Desert Botanical Garden, which houses a huge collection of flora from deserts in different parts of the world as well as features a separate cactus garden. Phoenix Zoo, famous for its Sumatran tigers and orangutans, as well as other 1,400 animals, is also a popular attraction in Phoenix. Both these places are located inside The Papago Park which is a 1,200-acre park that also offers cycling paths, nature trails, fishing lagoons, and a golf course. Apart from these, the natural areas of South Mountain Park, North Mountain Preserve and Shaw Butte are other popular areas of natural beauty in Phoenix.

Food

Phoenix is known for its thriving food culture and its gastronomical variety. When you are in the city, do not miss out on visiting the Little Miss BBQ, a homely place which serves delicious Central Texas-style barbecue, smoked meat dishes, and traditional sides. Also, the Southern Rail Restaurant known for its classic Southern cuisine infused with regional flavours is a must-try place. The Green Chili Burro at Rito's and the Torta del Ray at Los Reyes de la Torta are sure to transport you into a foodie’s heaven for do visit these joints for delectable meals!