Phoenix has invested heavily in the arts, from restoring the city's oldest venues to building modern cultural centres and facilities. Downtown Phoenix in particular is a hotspot for emerging artists, independent theatre, and small galleries. With its own opera, ballet, and symphony orchestra, Phoenix has firmly planted its flag on the American artistic map.

Old stagecoaches, American Indian petroglyphs, desert concerts under the sunset – Phoenix is also filled with cultural experiences new, old and ancient. Book a Phoenix hotel and unearth its riches with this guide to the 14 great cultural things to do in Phoenix.

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    Cowboy fun at Wild Horse Pass

    Cowboy fun at Wild Horse Pass
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    Put those cowboy boots on and mosey on down the dusty streets of this Wild West theme town to see trick-roping, gunfights and stagecoach rides. Saturday night enjoy hayrides, live music and a sun-down cookout.

    所在地 : 5700 W. North Loop Road, Chandler, AZ 85226, USA

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    Exploring the Apache wickie-up at Heard Museum

    Exploring the Apache wickie-up at Heard Museum
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    Spend a day marvelling at Indian art, pottery and jewellery at the Heard. See how Apaches once lived in a wickie-up, a tepee-like structure made of branches, twigs and hide.

    所在地 : 2301 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA

    営業時間 : Monday–Saturday from 9.30 am to 5 pm, Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm

    電話番号 : +1 602-252-8840

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    Little rooms at the Phoenix Art Museum

    Little rooms at the Phoenix Art Museum
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    Wander among the labyrinth of galleries filled with a collection that includes Spanish colonial furnishings, religious art and the works of artists as various Frida Kahlo and Auguste Rodin. Imagine a fantastic voyage at the Thorne Miniature Collection, with tiny rooms only one foot wide.

    所在地 : 1625 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA

    営業時間 : Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm, Wednesday from 10 am to 9 pm, Sunday from 12 pm to 5 pm

    電話番号 : +1 602-257-1880

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    Tea and live jazz at Historic Heritage Square

    Tea and live jazz at Historic Heritage Square
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    Get a glimpse of Wild West Phoenix when exploring the late 19th- and early 20th- century structures at Historic Heritage Square, Phoenix’s original settlement site. Then head to the Teeter House for afternoon tea or stay a little later for live jazz and cocktails.

    所在地 : 115 N 6th St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA

    電話番号 : +1 602-262-5071

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    Counting monkeys at the Phoenix Zoo

    Counting monkeys at the Phoenix Zoo
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    No seals or polar bears at this warm weather zoo. See baboons frolic about in the impressive African savannah exhibit or watch giant Galapagos tortoises bask in the sun.

    所在地 : 455 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ 85008, USA

    営業時間 : Hours vary by season, but usually daily from 9 am to 5 pm

    電話番号 : +1 602-286-3800

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    Ancient petroglyphs at Deer Valley Rock Art Center

    Ancient petroglyphs at Deer Valley Rock Art Center
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    The Deer Valley Rock Art Center preserves Indian petroglyphs, some dating back 5,000 years. See the ancient rock drawings close-up, a top 10 culture thing to do in Phoenix.

    所在地 : 3711 W Deer Valley Rd, Glendale, AZ 85308, USA

    営業時間 : Wednesday–Saturday from 9 am to 3 pm

    電話番号 : +1 623-582-8007

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    Touring Taliesin West

    Touring Taliesin West
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    Architecture buffs marvel at Frank Lloyd Wright’s windowless, open-walled desert camp. A behind-the-scenes tour includes morning tea with Wright associates and ample time to explore and snap photos.

    所在地 : 12621 Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ 85259, USA

    営業時間 : Daily from 8.30 am to 6 pm. Reservations are strongly recommended.

    電話番号 : +1 480-860-2700

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    Animatronic dinosaurs at Arizona Museum of Natural History

    Animatronic dinosaurs at Arizona Museum of Natural History
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    Southwest artefacts like old jail cells, a walk-through gold mine and a model of an Indian village are some of the highlights of a visit here. Kids are mesmerized by the animatronic dinosaurs prowling the indoor cliffs and rushing waterfalls.

    所在地 : 53 N Macdonald, Mesa, AZ 85201, USA

    営業時間 : Tuesday–Friday from 10 am to 5 pm, Saturday from 11 am to 5 pm, Sunday from 1 pm to 5 pm

    電話番号 : +1 480-644-2230

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    Concerts in the Desert

    Concerts in the Desert
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    Come sit among the cacti and wildflowers and listen to everything from blues to country at Music in Garden, held at the Desert Botanical Garden. With concerts starting at dusk, the sunset dipping behind the red mountains serves as a dramatic backdrop.

    所在地 : 1201 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008, USA

    営業時間 : Sunday–Wednesday from 8 am to 10 pm, Thursday–Saturday from 8 am to 11 pm

    電話番号 : +1 480-941-1225

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    The Wild West at Wells Fargo History Museum

    The Wild West at Wells Fargo History Museum
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    Time-travel back to the 1800s through the exhibits and memorabilia at this celebration of Wild West culture. See the real Wild West in period photographs, ogle the gold nuggets and imagine riding an original Wells Fargo stagecoach.

    所在地 : 145 W Adams St, Phoenix, AZ 85003, USA

    営業時間 : Monday-Friday from 9 am to 5 pm, closed on Saturdays and Sundays

    電話番号 : +1 602-378-1852

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    The Phoenix Theatre

    The Phoenix Theatre
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    The Phoenix Theatre has launched the careers of many big stars over the years, and having been established since the 1920s, it's one of the oldest theatre groups in the west. Their latest home is an impressive glass-fronted building with a large atrium and modern performance spaces, where you'll find accessible, audience-pleasing shows like musicals and rollicking comedies.

    所在地 : 1825 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA

    電話番号 : +1 602-254-2151

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    Orpheum Theatre

    Orpheum Theatre
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    Dating back almost a century, the Orpheum Theatre was once host to vaudeville acts and has since been restored to create a spectacular backdrop for musicals, dance, and other live performances. Outside you'll find elegant Art Deco features, and inside the auditorium are desert landscape murals, making it the perfect venue for the Phoenix Opera who host their limited and exclusive shows at this theatre.

    所在地 : 203 W Adams St, Phoenix, AZ 85003, USA

    電話番号 : +1 602-262-6225

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    Burton Barr Central Library

    Burton Barr Central Library
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    With its eye-catching, grid-like façade, Burton Barr Central Library looks rather retro-futuristic, and when you’re inside you can look out over the sprawling desert landscape of Phoenix. Set over several floors, it’s a treasure trove of reading material and also has a great children’s section as well as exhibits on Arizona’s history.

    所在地 : 1221 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA

    営業時間 : Monday, Friday and Saturday from 9 am to 5 pm, Tuesday-Thursday from 9 am to 9 pm, Sunday from 1 pm to 5 pm

    電話番号 : +1 602-262-4636

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    Rosson House Museum

    Rosson House Museum
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    Although Phoenix is known for its modern architecture, there are also charming older buildings to explore, with roots in the Victorian and Civil War eras. The Rosson House Museum is a grand example of Queen Anne architecture. It dates back to 1895, with exhibits showing what life was like for the wealthy families of Phoenix. You can see authentic clothing and artworks of the era, and the expert guided tours taking on a fascinating journey back in time.

    所在地 : 113 N 6th St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA

    営業時間 : Wednesday-Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm, Sunday from 12 pm to 5 pm, closed on Mondays and Tuesdays

    電話番号 : +1 602-262-5070

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