Tempe Attractions
Tempe (pop. 141,865) is east of Phoenix, and also adjacent to Scottsdale, Mesa and Chandler. Founded in 1872 by Charles Trumbell Hayden, Tempe is now the fifth largest city in Arizona.
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Arizona Cardinals
The Arizona Cardinals NFL team play at Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe.
Arizona Cardinals
8701 South Hardy Drive
Tempe, AZ 85284-2800
United States
8701 South Hardy Drive
Tempe, AZ 85284-2800
United States
Phone 1 (602) 379-0102
Fax 1 (602) 379-1773
Arizona Historical Society Museum Central Arizona Division
The Arizona Historical Society Museum has interactive displays, exhibits and films that describe the history of the state.
Exhibits include agriculture and transportation, prominent individuals who helped to shaped Arizona, and the Wallace and Ladmo Show, one of the longest-running TV shows in history.
The library and archives are available to researchers along with thousands of photos and documents, such as maps and architectural drawings.
All values are in United States Dollars
Exhibits include agriculture and transportation, prominent individuals who helped to shaped Arizona, and the Wallace and Ladmo Show, one of the longest-running TV shows in history.
The library and archives are available to researchers along with thousands of photos and documents, such as maps and architectural drawings.
The Arizona Historical Society Museum Central Arizona Division
1300 North College Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85281
United States
1300 North College Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85281
United States
Phone 1 (480) 929-9499
Fax 1 (480) 967-5450
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
| Adult | $ 5.00 |
| Child 18 & under | $ 4.00 |
| Senior over 60 | $ 4.00 |
| Child 11 & under | FREE |
Big Surf
Big Surf is a water park with man-made waves in a wave pool and beaches. Hurricane Falls is a speed slide while Captain Cooks Landing is perfect for the younger family members.
Edna Vihel Center for the Arts
The Edna Vihel Center for the Arts exhibits the work of contemporary artists, many of the works are for sale. Visual and performing arts classes are also available to children and adults.
Edna Vihel Center for the Arts
3340 South Rural Road
Tempe, AZ 85281-2812
United States
3340 South Rural Road
Tempe, AZ 85281-2812
United States
Phone 1 (480) 350-5287
Fax 1 (480) 350-5161
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 8:30 | 8:30 | 8:30 | 8:30 | 8:30 | Closed | Closed |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Fiddlesticks Family Fun Park
Fiddlesticks Family Fun Park is 20 acres of recreation for the whole family. Activities include mini golf, go-karts, bumper boats, batting cages, a video arcade, and rides for younger children.
Fiddlesticks Family Fun Park
1155 West Elliot Road
Tempe, AZ 85284
United States
1155 West Elliot Road
Tempe, AZ 85284
United States
Phone 1 (480) 961-0800
Fax 1 (480) 961-0427
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 22:00 | 22:00 | 22:00 | 22:00 | 0:00 | 0:00 | 22:00 |
Marquee Theatre
The Marquee Theatre (formerly Red River Opry) was built in Southwestern-style architecture. It was built for musical performances but this 1,000 seat theater has played host to a variety of events.
Niels Petersen House Museum
The Niels Petersen House Museum in Tempe was built in 1892 in the Queen Anne and Victorian styles. The exterior features gables, porches, balconies, and bay windows. The interior of the Niels Petersen House includes gold-leaf picture railing, 12-foot ceilings and hand-stenciled wallpaper borders.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Closed | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 |
Salt River Project History Museum
The Salt River Project History Museum in Tempe has exhibits on the building of Theodore Roosevelt Dam and the canal systems on the Salt River. There is also Hohokam Indian artifacts on display and historic photographs.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | Closed | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Sun Devil Stadium
Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe is the home of the ASU Sun Devils, the Arizona Cardinals and the Fiesta Bowl.
Tempe Diablo Stadium
Tempe Diablo Stadium is the winter home of the Anaheim Angels baseball team. The stadium was founded in 1968 and renovated in 2005.
Tempe Historical Museum
The Tempe Historical Museum displays items from the the history of Tempe. The exhibits highlight the prehistoric Hohokam Indians, farmers who settled the community, and Charles Trumbull Hayden, who brought economic growth to the area. There are themed areas, learning lounge, and kids' place.
Tempe Historical Museum
809 East Southern Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85282-5205
United States
809 East Southern Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85282-5205
United States
Phone 1 (480) 350-5100
Fax 1 (480) 350-5150
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Closed | 10:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Facilities
Gift shop
Tempe Performing Arts Center
The Tempe Performing Arts Center is located in downtown Tempe. This community theater has provided a range of productions for over 30 years.
Tempe Performing Arts Center
132 East Sixth Street
Tempe, AZ 85281-3733
United States
132 East Sixth Street
Tempe, AZ 85281-3733
United States
Phone 1 (480) 350-8108
Fax 1 (480) 350-8114
