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CrackerJax
16001 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85254 · 480-998-2800
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SCOTTSDALE. Miniature golf, go karts, bumper boats and more await your arrival at this fabulous fun park. A great place to bond as a family for an afternoon, it features three different miniature golf courses that accommodate putt-putt novices and experts alike. Sports aficionados can participate in a friendly game of volleyball, test their abilities in the batting cage, or improve their swing by taking golf lessons from a PGA pro.
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DOWNTOWN SCOTTSDALE. Originally consisting of a single trolley named Ollie, this fun mode of public transportation now includes a fleet of turn-of-the-century-style trolleys that putter around Scottsdale, giving folks a leisurely ride from one spot to another. The trolleys make numerous stops throughout main shopping areas daily, serving a variety of destinations of special interest to tourists. The Downtown trolley includes Old Town and the Fifth Avenue Shops, while the Neighborhood Circulator caters more to locals.
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SCOTTSDALE. In 1967, Scottsdale was the beneficiary of 30 acres of land as part of a generous gift from Mr. and Mrs. Fowler McCormick. Seven years later, construction of the town's beloved railroad park commenced. Today, visitors can board the 5/12-scale train at Stillman Station and enjoy a one-mile ride through the park's beautiful grounds. Additional attractions include a playground, carousel, snack store in a caboose, and a display of restored locomotives. An educational, unforgettable experience for children and adults alike.
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Set within the rugged landscape of the Sonoran desert, Paradise Valley is a haven for the wealthy. For a peek into their lifestyle, follow this route: from Phoenix, start at 24th Street and Camelback Road and drive north toward Lincoln Drive. Go east on Lincoln until you reach Scottsdale Road in Scottsdale. It's lined with some of the area's most spectacular houses and retreats. Move south on Scottsdale Road and then west on McDonald Drive, which becomes 44th Street and leads back to Camelback Road. On this route, you'll also see Camelback Mountain as well as other well-known ranges and rock formations.
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OLD TOWN. This small red schoolhouse serves as a repository of artifacts, photographs, documents, and art pieces detailing Scottsdale's history. You'll find a replica of an original schoolroom from the early years of the 20th century and an exhibit focusing on Winfield Scott, the Civil War veteran and minister who founded Scottsdale. Plenty of memorabilia from the Old West delights the family, and the adjacent gift shop sells books and souvenirs. A great addition to a day of shopping and eating in Old Town.
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Five millennia of Jewish history are brought to life in this nationally-acclaimed museum. An impressive permanent collection of art and artifacts is supplemented by traveling exhibits of photography, ceremonial items, and other pieces that visually describe the culture of the Jewish people. Favorite features include a Tunisian synagogue period room, an interactive Western Wall exhibit, and a holiday ceremony display. Additionally, the museum offers a schedule of talks, symposia, and films to further educate and entertain. Admission is free, but donations are greatly appreciated.
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Taliesin West
12621 Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85259 · 480-860-2700
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NORTH SCOTTSDALE. A masterpiece of architecture based on indigenous materials and organic forms, this Frank Lloyd Wright-designed complex rests on 600 acres of Sonoran desert at the base of the McDowell Mountains. Wright's crew constructed the site and buildings (conceived as a winter home for his architectural students and for himself) from local stone and desert sand. Now designated a National Historic Landmark, the working campus is open daily for tours; the best months to attend are October to May. "Taliesin," a nod to Wright's Welsh heritage, means "shining brow" and refers to his belief that homes should be built not on the peak of a hill but just below, so they appear to have arisen naturally from the landscape rather than crown it. Reservations requested for in-depth tours.
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PAYSON. The world's largest natural travertine bridge, Tonto is worth the day trip from Scottsdale. The bridge towers above its secluded valley setting, and visitors may catch views from the bridge itself or take a short hike down into the valley to explore the wildly varied vegetation and snap a few pictures from below. Bring a picnic lunch and spend the afternoon scrambling up and down the short but steep trails. The original lodge, inhabited by Scottish settlers in 1877, still stands and is now on the National Register of Historic Places.
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NORTH SCOTTSDALE. This top-notch equestrian center hosts nationally-recognized equine events (like the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show) and provides facilities for many other Scottsdale favorites throughout the year – the Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Auction and McDowell Mountain Music Festival, for example. The impressive complex contains a multi-purpose tent, indoor and outdoor arenas, polo fields, and much more. The popular venue always has a full roster of family-friendly events too, so bring the kids and experience the horses, food, and fun.
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