Things to do in Scottsdale Arizona

Golfing in Scottsdale The Mayo Clinic Regional Park The Phoenix Zoo University

The Comfort Inn Fountain Hills, AZ hotel is close to many attractions in Scottsdale, Arizona and nearby. Visit the Fort McDowell Casino, Saguaro Lake, Barrett Jackson Car Auction, Arabian Horse Show, Sun Circuit Horse Show, Silver Car Auction and WestWorld of Scottsdale. Enjoy the many golfing opportunities or attend the FBR Open - formerly known as the Phoenix Open. The Scottsdale Airport is only 12 miles away from the hotel, making this a great place to stay while touring the many Scottsdale, AZ attractions.

Golfing in Scottsdale, Arizona. There are a number of golf courses located within mere minutes of the hotel. These include the Desert Canyon Golf Club, the Golf Club at Eagle Mountain, the SunRidge Canyon Golf Club, the FireRock Country Club and the We-Ko-Pa Golf Club. The Comfort Inn Fountain Hills offers special golf packages to guests. Don’t forget that the FBR Open is a favorite attraction of Scottsdale, AZ. For more information, visit http://fbropen.com/.

Scottsdale, Arizona Horse Shows. It’s hard to beat the WestWorld equestrian center as a venue for Horse Shows. Since 1982, this has been nationally recognized as a premier place for horse shows. For more information, visit http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/westworld. A favorite attraction in Scottsdale, Arizona is the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show. This has been a first class show since 1955 sponsored by the Arabian Horse Association of Arizona. For more information, visit http://scottsdaleshow.com/. Another popular Scottsdale, AZ attraction is the Arizona Sun Circuit. The Arizona Quarter Horse Association sponsors this show, known as the largest quarter horse circuit in the world. For more information, visit http://suncircuit.com/.  [Top]

The Mayo Clinic. The Mayo Clinic brings many visitors to Scottsdale. Known for putting the needs of the patient first, this world famous clinic and hospital offers special medical and surgical services, clinical trials, research and training in the treatment of many diseases. Whether you come as a patient or a visitor, our location close to the clinic and hospital will make your stay more comfortable. We provide free shuttles to and from the Mayo Clinic/Hospital for our guests. For more information, visit http://www.mayoclinic.org/ or http://www.mayoclinic.com.

Fort McDowell Adventures. If you’re looking for excitement, then Fort McDowell Adventures has what you need. Providing a wide variety of energetic things to do in Scottsdale this company hosts customized indoor and outdoor experiences ranging from kayaking to cattle-driving. You are sure to find the things you want to do in Scottsdale in their specialized packages. For more information, visit www.fortmcdowelladventures.com.  [Top]

McDowell Mountain Regional Park. The 21,099 acres of this park are located in the Verde River basin. With a western boundary at the McDowell Mountains and elevations rising to 3,000 feet, this scenic park is a must-see for nature lovers. Visitors should be on the lookout for deer, coyotes, birds and javelin while wandering through over 50 miles of trails. For more information, visit http://maricopa.gov/parks/mcdowell/.

Barrett Jackson Auction Company. Known for the world?s greatest car collector events, Barrett-Jackson?s auction location at Westworld in Scottsdale, AZ is a popular attraction just minutes from the Comfort Inn Fountain Hills. Featuring the Showroom Pavilion as well as the Lifestyle Pavilion - providing cooking demonstrations and fine whiskey tastings - Barrett-Jackson offers more than just awesome cars for auction. For more information, visit www.barrett-jackson.com/.  [Top]

The Phoenix Zoo. The Phoenix Zoo has been voted one of the nation’s top five zoos for kids. There are many reasons why this is such a popular Scottsdale, Arizona area attraction. The zoo covers 125 acres and includes 2.5 miles of trails. With 1200 animals to see, this is a trip worth making. For more information, visit www.phoenixzoo.org.

The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation. Dedicated to conserving Frank Lloyd Wright’s work this Scottsdale, AZ attraction is both beautiful and educational. Taliesin West once served as Frank Lloyd Wright’s home as well as his studio and a campus for his school of architecture. Tours are available and the site also serves to host evening receptions and dinners. For more information, visit www.franklloydwright.org.  [Top]

University of Phoenix Stadium. Home of the Arizona Cardinals and the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl, the University of Phoenix Stadium also serves as host to meetings, weddings, trade shows and many other events. This Scottsdale, Arizona area attraction may just be a desirable destination for you during your trip. For more information, visit www.universityofphoenixstadium.com.

Red Mountain Trap & Skeet. With a Sporting Clay Course boasting 10 stations and 13 different Trap Fields, this club dating back to the 1960’s is a popular attraction in Scottsdale, AZ. It is the only Trap & Skeet Club owned by an Indian Community in the US. For more information, visit www.redmtntrap.com

Fort McDowell Casino. Whether you are looking for dining, entertainment or gaming, the Fort McDowell Casino in Fountain Hills Arizona has a lot to offer. This casino is just 1.2 miles from the hotel and serves as host to the Arizona State Men’s and Women’s Poker Championships and Silver Collector Car Auction. For more information, visit www.fortmcdowellcasino.com  [Top]