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15 Best Things To Do in Tempe, Arizona

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About Tempe


If you can’t go to Greece, there’s a place close to home that’s named after the Greek Vale of Tempe. The city is always bustling with sporting events since it houses Arizona State University. It’s also popular for being the former home of US Airways before they moved to Texas.

Meanwhile, the Desert Botanical Garden still attracts people from nearby areas due to its wave pool and boogie boards. Even better, Tempe has the stunningly grand ASU Gammage Auditorium, which is thought to be the last commissioned work done by the world-renown Frank Lloyd Wright.

But that’s not the only piece of architecture to look out for in the city. The Tempe Center for the Arts is equally stunning and can be seen from the sky if you’re boarding a plane from the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

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Tempe Weather by Month


Looking for a potential month to visit Tempe? The following graph illustrates the monthly highs, lows and averages of temperature, rain and snow in Tempe.



Places to Stay in Tempe


Use the interactive map to find lodging and a place to stay during your visit to Tempe. The interactive map includes hotels, vacation rentals, BnBs and more.



Best Tours in Tempe


Fill your day with these top-rated tours in Tempe.



Best Things to do in Tempe, AZ


These are the best things to do in the greater Tempe area listed by outdoor activities, arts and museums, restaurants and nightlife.


Outdoor Activities in Tempe


REI Co-op Adventure Center

REI Co-op Adventure Center

Based on 169 Reviews
Class Axe Throwing

Class Axe Throwing

Based on 133 Reviews
Stellar Adventures

Stellar Adventures

Based on 111 Reviews


Museums in Tempe


Imagine 3D Mini Golf

Imagine 3D Mini Golf

Based on 195 Reviews
The Brush Bar

The Brush Bar

Based on 130 Reviews
QuartHaus

QuartHaus

Based on 69 Reviews


Restaurants in Tempe


Chula Seafood

Chula Seafood

Based on 437 Reviews
A T Oasis Coffee & Tea Shop

A T Oasis Coffee & Tea Shop

Based on 301 Reviews
Poke Wave

Poke Wave

Based on 200 Reviews


Nightlife in Tempe


Fox Cigar Bar - Scottsdale

Fox Cigar Bar - Scottsdale

Based on 203 Reviews
Binkley's Restaurant

Binkley's Restaurant

Based on 131 Reviews
Chupacabra Taproom

Chupacabra Taproom

Based on 109 Reviews


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Other Activities in Tempe


Arizona Food Tours- Scottsdale and Tempe Food Tours

Arizona Food Tours- Scottsdale and Tempe Food Tours

Based on 235 Reviews
REI Co-op Adventure Center

REI Co-op Adventure Center

Based on 169 Reviews
Desert Wolf Tours

Desert Wolf Tours

Based on 75 Reviews

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