Guidebook for Tempe
Sightseeing
University of Phoenix Stadium
1 Cardinals DrSuperbowl 2015
Asu Stadium
2720 A StreetArizona Sun Devils Stadium
First Friday is an event held each on the first Friday of each month where museums, galleries, and businesses supporting local art charge no general admission to the public.
686 locals recommend
Phoenix Art Museum
1625 N Central AveFirst Friday is an event held each on the first Friday of each month where museums, galleries, and businesses supporting local art charge no general admission to the public.
Tempe Town Lake
620 N Mill AveOutdoor concerts and other special events/festivals
Gila River Arena
9400 W Maryland AveJobing.com Arena
Food Scene
One of the best places in Tempe to get fresh coffee and see work from local artists
158 locals recommend
Cartel Coffee Lab
7124 E 5th AveOne of the best places in Tempe to get fresh coffee and see work from local artists
Oregano's Pizza Bistro
523 West University DriveGourmet Chicago Deep-dish pizza
Dunkin'
7919 E Thomas RdWi-fi, coffee, donuts
Arizona based company serving breakfast, coffee, lunch/sandwicherie, free wi-fi
19 locals recommend
Wildflower Bread Company
6428 S McClintock DrArizona based company serving breakfast, coffee, lunch/sandwicherie, free wi-fi
Local bakery serves breakfast and lunch. World music, healthy menu options, pastries, cookies/treats.
19 locals recommend
Essence Bakery Cafe
Local bakery serves breakfast and lunch. World music, healthy menu options, pastries, cookies/treats.
Gourmet deli sandwiches. Takes a long time to receive your order, and usually busy. Well worth the wait. Delivery available. Open late.
27 locals recommend
Cheba Hut Toasted Subs
960 W University DrGourmet deli sandwiches. Takes a long time to receive your order, and usually busy. Well worth the wait. Delivery available. Open late.
Thai Rama Restaurant
927 E University DrExceptional Thai food.
Starbucks
871 W University DrWalk-up window, and Drive-thru service, free wi-fi
Cafe Lalibela Ethiopian Cuisine
849 W University DrEthiopian cuisine.
Chick-fil-A
25 W University DrGreat chicken sandwiches
Dilly's Deli
414 W University DrSandwich cafe
Essentials
Tokyo Stop
1335 W University DrImported Japanese food, liquor, and market
Trader Joe's
6460 S McClintock DrNatural, healthy, and organic food at affordable prices
Whole Foods Market
2955 W Ray RdOrganic grocery and food chain
Tempe Farmers Market
805 S Farmer AveFresh and local food items
Fry's Food And Drug
3255 S Rural RdFood with Bank of America ATM
Albertsons
4060 W Ray RdGroceries
Everything Else
ASU, Take bus route 32 East bound on University to get to the north side of the campus (University and Forest)
279 locals recommend
Arizona State University
1151 South Forest AvenueASU, Take bus route 32 East bound on University to get to the north side of the campus (University and Forest)
Orbit (free shuttle), bus routes, and the Lightrail tram/train converge here, with pass vending machines.
9 locals recommend
Tempe Transportation Center
200 E 5th StOrbit (free shuttle), bus routes, and the Lightrail tram/train converge here, with pass vending machines.
Outlet Mall, Harkins Movie theater, iMax movie theater, SeaLife Aquarium, Rainforest Cafe, Dave & Busters
6 locals recommend
83rd Ave & McDowell Rd station
Outlet Mall, Harkins Movie theater, iMax movie theater, SeaLife Aquarium, Rainforest Cafe, Dave & Busters
Tempe Marketplace
2000 E Rio Salado PkwyCalifornia-style, outdoor shopping center
Upscale department stores, restaurants, and bars.
196 locals recommend
Majerle's Sports Grill at Chandler Fashion Center
3111 W Chandler BlvdUpscale department stores, restaurants, and bars.
United States Postal Service
233 E Southern AveUnited States Postal Service.
Tempe Police Department - Headquarters
120 E 5th StPolice Department, no parking available.
Arts & Culture
Tempe Public Library
3500 S Rural RdFree Wi-fi
Tempe's recurring Fall (October) and Spring Festival of the Arts events on Mill Ave.
7 locals recommend
Tempe Festival of the Arts
1 S Mill AveTempe's recurring Fall (October) and Spring Festival of the Arts events on Mill Ave.
Entertainment & Activities
Outdoor basketball and tennis courts, dog area, benches, playground. The free shuttle called the Orbit stops on the corner.
6 locals recommend
Jaycee Park
817 W 5th StOutdoor basketball and tennis courts, dog area, benches, playground. The free shuttle called the Orbit stops on the corner.
Shopping
Fry's Electronics
2300 W Baseline RdElectronics mega-store
The Pedal Bike Shop
405 W University DrBike shop