Guidebook for Mesa
Arts & Culture
The Musical Instrument Museum is located in Phoenix, Arizona. Opened in April 2010, it is the largest museum of its type in the world. Rated the #1 attraction in Phoenix and ranked in the top 20 museums in the United States. — TripAdvisor.com. Voted the #8 “Best Museum for Families” in the United States. — USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice.
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Tónlistarhátíð
4725 E Mayo BlvdThe Musical Instrument Museum is located in Phoenix, Arizona. Opened in April 2010, it is the largest museum of its type in the world. Rated the #1 attraction in Phoenix and ranked in the top 20 museums in the United States. — TripAdvisor.com. Voted the #8 “Best Museum for Families” in the United States. — USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice.
I highly recommend this place even if you just have time to stop by and walk around the exterior. It has very cool architecture. They have many different shows through the year and a big art gallery.
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Mesa Listamiðstöð
1 E Main StI highly recommend this place even if you just have time to stop by and walk around the exterior. It has very cool architecture. They have many different shows through the year and a big art gallery.
The Arizona Museum of Natural History is the only natural history museum in the greater Phoenix area and is located in Mesa, Arizona. It exhibits the natural and cultural history of the Southwestern United States.
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Arizona Museum of Natural History
53 N MacdonaldThe Arizona Museum of Natural History is the only natural history museum in the greater Phoenix area and is located in Mesa, Arizona. It exhibits the natural and cultural history of the Southwestern United States.
The i.d.e.a. museum is a children's museum where your child can explore his/her imagination through design in art, science and technology! The place for your child and the child within you.
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i.d.e.a. Museum
150 W Pepper PlThe i.d.e.a. museum is a children's museum where your child can explore his/her imagination through design in art, science and technology! The place for your child and the child within you.
The Arizona Science Center is a science museum located in Heritage and Science Park in the heart of downtown Phoenix. Home to over 350 permanent hands-on exhibits, the Center provides 400,000 annual visitors with interactive experiences.
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Arizona Science Center
600 E Washington StThe Arizona Science Center is a science museum located in Heritage and Science Park in the heart of downtown Phoenix. Home to over 350 permanent hands-on exhibits, the Center provides 400,000 annual visitors with interactive experiences.
Arizona State University is a public metropolitan research university on five campuses across the Phoenix metropolitan area, and four regional learning centers throughout Arizona.
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ASU Gammage
1200 S Forest AveArizona State University is a public metropolitan research university on five campuses across the Phoenix metropolitan area, and four regional learning centers throughout Arizona.
The Phoenix Art Museum is the Southwest United States' largest art museum for visual art. Located in Phoenix, Arizona, the museum is 285,000-square-foot.
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Phoenix Art Museum
1625 N Central AveThe Phoenix Art Museum is the Southwest United States' largest art museum for visual art. Located in Phoenix, Arizona, the museum is 285,000-square-foot.
This working ranch turned Old West town features a BBQ buffet, live country music & fake gunfights.
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Rockin' R Ranch
6136 E Baseline RdThis working ranch turned Old West town features a BBQ buffet, live country music & fake gunfights.
Parks & Nature
During the day you can rent kayaks, stand up paddle boards, and pedal boats (both electric and non electric). You will get an entirely new view of the city! This is a fun outdoor activity that will get your blood pumping. You can even go at night and just walk along the river in the park and enjoy the lights along the bridge. I recommend you rent kayaks and other gear from Northshore Watersport Rentals as we have always had a great experience with them. They also offer the best pricing of any of the rental companies and are steps away from Tempe Town Lake. They also frequently offer Groupons so it’s worth a search before you go!
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Tempe Town Lake
620 N Mill AveDuring the day you can rent kayaks, stand up paddle boards, and pedal boats (both electric and non electric). You will get an entirely new view of the city! This is a fun outdoor activity that will get your blood pumping. You can even go at night and just walk along the river in the park and enjoy the lights along the bridge. I recommend you rent kayaks and other gear from Northshore Watersport Rentals as we have always had a great experience with them. They also offer the best pricing of any of the rental companies and are steps away from Tempe Town Lake. They also frequently offer Groupons so it’s worth a search before you go!
Hole-in-the-Rock is a natural geological formation in Papago Park, a municipal park of Phoenix and Tempe, Arizona.
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Holum í fjallinu
625 N Galvin PkwyHole-in-the-Rock is a natural geological formation in Papago Park, a municipal park of Phoenix and Tempe, Arizona.
Papago Park is a municipal park of the cities of Phoenix and Tempe, Arizona, USA. It has been designated as a Phoenix Point of Pride. It includes Hunt's Tomb, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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Tempe
Papago Park is a municipal park of the cities of Phoenix and Tempe, Arizona, USA. It has been designated as a Phoenix Point of Pride. It includes Hunt's Tomb, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Lost Dutchman State Park is a 320-acre state park located near the Superstition Mountains in central Arizona, USA, and named after the Lost Dutchman's Gold Mine, a famous gold mine legendary among the tales of the Old West.
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Lost Dutchman ríkisparkur
6109 N Apache TrailLost Dutchman State Park is a 320-acre state park located near the Superstition Mountains in central Arizona, USA, and named after the Lost Dutchman's Gold Mine, a famous gold mine legendary among the tales of the Old West.
Sedona is an Arizona desert town near Flagstaff that’s surrounded by red-rock buttes, steep canyon walls and pine forests. It’s noted for its mild climate and vibrant arts community. Uptown Sedona is dense with New Age shops, spas and art galleries. On the town’s outskirts, numerous trailheads access Red Rock State Park, which offers bird-watching, hiking and picnicking spots.
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Sedona
Sedona is an Arizona desert town near Flagstaff that’s surrounded by red-rock buttes, steep canyon walls and pine forests. It’s noted for its mild climate and vibrant arts community. Uptown Sedona is dense with New Age shops, spas and art galleries. On the town’s outskirts, numerous trailheads access Red Rock State Park, which offers bird-watching, hiking and picnicking spots.
South Mountain Park in Phoenix, Arizona, is the largest municipal park in the United States, one of the largest urban parks in North America and in the world. It has been designated as a Phoenix Point of Pride.
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South Mountain Park
10919 South Central AvenueSouth Mountain Park in Phoenix, Arizona, is the largest municipal park in the United States, one of the largest urban parks in North America and in the world. It has been designated as a Phoenix Point of Pride.
The Desert Botanical Garden is a 140 acres botanical garden located in Papago Park, at 1201 N. Galvin Parkway in Phoenix, central Arizona.
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Desert Botanical Garden
The Desert Botanical Garden is a 140 acres botanical garden located in Papago Park, at 1201 N. Galvin Parkway in Phoenix, central Arizona.
Saguaro Lake is the fourth reservoir on the Salt River formed by the Stewart Mountain Dam in the U.S. state of Arizona. The lake is off State Route 87, about halfway between Phoenix and the ghost town of Sunflower.
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Saguaro Lake
Saguaro Lake is the fourth reservoir on the Salt River formed by the Stewart Mountain Dam in the U.S. state of Arizona. The lake is off State Route 87, about halfway between Phoenix and the ghost town of Sunflower.
Drinks & Nightlife
The area is crowded during the night with people looking for entertainment, fun, drinks, and hanging out with friends. There are plenty of places to eat, dance, and shop. They frequently hold events so check online to see what might be happening during your stay.
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South Mill Avenue
South Mill AvenueThe area is crowded during the night with people looking for entertainment, fun, drinks, and hanging out with friends. There are plenty of places to eat, dance, and shop. They frequently hold events so check online to see what might be happening during your stay.
The National Comedy Theatre is Phoenix’s competitive improv comedy show. It is a spontaneous and interactive comedy show and YOU as the audience get to shout out suggestions, challenge the performers and ultimately vote on what team of comedians is the funniest. Great for a fun and low key night out. No two shows are ever the same because they are completely improvised. Furthermore, NCT’s Friday and Saturday 7:30pm Improv Comedy shows are ALL AGES, and perfect for all audiences. But I will warn you the 9:45pm Late Shows are Slightly* Uncensored and recommended for audiences 17+.
National Comedy Theater
214 W Main StThe National Comedy Theatre is Phoenix’s competitive improv comedy show. It is a spontaneous and interactive comedy show and YOU as the audience get to shout out suggestions, challenge the performers and ultimately vote on what team of comedians is the funniest. Great for a fun and low key night out. No two shows are ever the same because they are completely improvised. Furthermore, NCT’s Friday and Saturday 7:30pm Improv Comedy shows are ALL AGES, and perfect for all audiences. But I will warn you the 9:45pm Late Shows are Slightly* Uncensored and recommended for audiences 17+.
Downtown Mesa galleries and businesses all join together to create an exciting and friendly way to spend a Friday evening! Art, dining, shopping, activities, entertainment and fun every 2nd Friday of every month! And it’s free! Located on Main between Center and Country Club. The information booth located on Main and Macdonald has the info on the evening’s activities and locations. Each month boasts a different theme so be sure to check the website for more information! Live bands, 70+ art booths, activities for kids, food, entertainment and more! It’s All FREE!
East Main Street
East Main StreetDowntown Mesa galleries and businesses all join together to create an exciting and friendly way to spend a Friday evening! Art, dining, shopping, activities, entertainment and fun every 2nd Friday of every month! And it’s free! Located on Main between Center and Country Club. The information booth located on Main and Macdonald has the info on the evening’s activities and locations. Each month boasts a different theme so be sure to check the website for more information! Live bands, 70+ art booths, activities for kids, food, entertainment and more! It’s All FREE!
This high-end resort is 6.1 miles from downtown Scottsdale. Sleek, modern rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows, free Wi-Fi and 40-inch flatscreens, plus minifridges, coffeemakers and rainfall showerheads. Suites add balconies or patios, wet bars, and dining areas. The Tower Club Lounge is open to club level guests and offers free breakfast, wine and beer. The 6 restaurants include fine, casual, buffet and 24-hour options, and there are 2 lounges. A spa, 3 pools, a casino, a 36-hole golf course and a Native American cultural center are all on-site. A showroom features Las Vegas-style entertainment, and there's 50,000 sq ft of conference space.
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Talking Stick Resort Casino
Talking Stick WayThis high-end resort is 6.1 miles from downtown Scottsdale. Sleek, modern rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows, free Wi-Fi and 40-inch flatscreens, plus minifridges, coffeemakers and rainfall showerheads. Suites add balconies or patios, wet bars, and dining areas. The Tower Club Lounge is open to club level guests and offers free breakfast, wine and beer. The 6 restaurants include fine, casual, buffet and 24-hour options, and there are 2 lounges. A spa, 3 pools, a casino, a 36-hole golf course and a Native American cultural center are all on-site. A showroom features Las Vegas-style entertainment, and there's 50,000 sq ft of conference space.
Entertainment & Activities
This is the largest indoor rainforest conservatory in the United States. They have over 3,000 butterflies from around the world that fly freely among the lush tropical plants and flowers. You are able to enter and walk around all the butterflies and they will even occasionally land on you. Butterfly wonderland is located right next door to a huge aquarium so you might as well see both!
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Butterfly Wonderland
9500 East Vía de VenturaThis is the largest indoor rainforest conservatory in the United States. They have over 3,000 butterflies from around the world that fly freely among the lush tropical plants and flowers. You are able to enter and walk around all the butterflies and they will even occasionally land on you. Butterfly wonderland is located right next door to a huge aquarium so you might as well see both!
This is a huge aquarium with hundreds of exhibits including sharks, penguins, deep ocean fish, touch pools, dolphins and more! Keep in mind OdySea has scheduled entry times so I recommend you buy your tickets online to reserve your time slot before you go.
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OdySea Aquarium
9500 East Vía de VenturaThis is a huge aquarium with hundreds of exhibits including sharks, penguins, deep ocean fish, touch pools, dolphins and more! Keep in mind OdySea has scheduled entry times so I recommend you buy your tickets online to reserve your time slot before you go.
Sunsplash is one of the largest water parks in Arizona. They have over a dozen water slides that will appeal to adults and children alike. This place will definitely get your adrenaline going! They also have more low key water activities such as the wave pool and the lazy river. You can even cross the park and they have an large indoor arcade with over 200 games and an 18 hole mini golf course.
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Golfland Sunsplash
155 W Hampton AveSunsplash is one of the largest water parks in Arizona. They have over a dozen water slides that will appeal to adults and children alike. This place will definitely get your adrenaline going! They also have more low key water activities such as the wave pool and the lazy river. You can even cross the park and they have an large indoor arcade with over 200 games and an 18 hole mini golf course.
Family owned and operated business, founded and based in Arizona since 1933, Harkins Theatres is the 5th largest theatre chain in North America with the 33 locations in 5 states, the Southwest's premier entertainment company.
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Harkins Theatres Tempe Marketplace 16
2000 E Rio Salado PkwyFamily owned and operated business, founded and based in Arizona since 1933, Harkins Theatres is the 5th largest theatre chain in North America with the 33 locations in 5 states, the Southwest's premier entertainment company.
The spectacular Shalimar Golf Club gives the golfer a feeling that is not found anywhere else near Tempe. They feature 9 holes of golf in Tempe that is ideal for all levels of golfers and is designed to help you improve your game. The idyllic settings will let you step away from life for a little while and focus on your golf passion. Their professionally engineered course will challenge you to decrease your score on our fairways, various water hazards and tactically placed sand traps.
They also offer 18 holes of FootGolf and a popular Restaurant and Bar.
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Shalimar Golf Club
2032 E Golf AveThe spectacular Shalimar Golf Club gives the golfer a feeling that is not found anywhere else near Tempe. They feature 9 holes of golf in Tempe that is ideal for all levels of golfers and is designed to help you improve your game. The idyllic settings will let you step away from life for a little while and focus on your golf passion. Their professionally engineered course will challenge you to decrease your score on our fairways, various water hazards and tactically placed sand traps.
They also offer 18 holes of FootGolf and a popular Restaurant and Bar.
Municipal golf center with 18 holes of tree-lined fairways, a lighted driving range & pro shop.
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Dobson Ranch Golf Course
2155 S Dobson RdMunicipal golf center with 18 holes of tree-lined fairways, a lighted driving range & pro shop.
This is super fun for anyone who loves LEGOS. This is an amusement center featuring family-friendly exhibits, 4D movies, rides and a lego factory tour. They also have a model of Arizona’s top attractions made completely from LEGOS in their Miniland area.
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LEGOLAND Discovery Center Arizona
5000 S Arizona Mills CirThis is super fun for anyone who loves LEGOS. This is an amusement center featuring family-friendly exhibits, 4D movies, rides and a lego factory tour. They also have a model of Arizona’s top attractions made completely from LEGOS in their Miniland area.
When it's time to play, roll this way! Brunswick Zone brings you the very best in traditional bowling entertainment with 40 all-star lanes, billiards, and an array of interactive arcade games. The perfect setting for casual fun or spirited league competition.
Brunswick Zone Mesa Lanes
1754 West Southern AvenueWhen it's time to play, roll this way! Brunswick Zone brings you the very best in traditional bowling entertainment with 40 all-star lanes, billiards, and an array of interactive arcade games. The perfect setting for casual fun or spirited league competition.
This is a great small city pool and water park. They have a beach-like entry, 3 diving boards, eight 25 yard lap lanes, a large splash pad with tumble buckets a Double FlowRider®, basically as close as we can get to surfing in Arizona! This is good for an inexpensive fun group or family activity to get out of the heat. (17 & Younger) - $2.00 (18 & Older) - $4.00
Rhodes Aquatic Complex & FlowRider
1860 S LongmoreThis is a great small city pool and water park. They have a beach-like entry, 3 diving boards, eight 25 yard lap lanes, a large splash pad with tumble buckets a Double FlowRider®, basically as close as we can get to surfing in Arizona! This is good for an inexpensive fun group or family activity to get out of the heat. (17 & Younger) - $2.00 (18 & Older) - $4.00
The Phoenix Zoo opened in 1962 and is the largest privately owned, non-profit zoo in the United States.
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Phoenix dýragarður
455 N Galvin PkwyThe Phoenix Zoo opened in 1962 and is the largest privately owned, non-profit zoo in the United States.
Sloan Park is a baseball park in Mesa, Arizona which opened in 2014. The primary operator is the Chicago Cubs and the ballpark serves as their spring training home and is also the home of the Arizona League Cubs of the Arizona League and the Mesa Solar Sox of the Arizona Fall League.
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Sloan Park
2330 W Rio Salado PkwySloan Park is a baseball park in Mesa, Arizona which opened in 2014. The primary operator is the Chicago Cubs and the ballpark serves as their spring training home and is also the home of the Arizona League Cubs of the Arizona League and the Mesa Solar Sox of the Arizona Fall League.
The Salt River is a stream in the U.S. state of Arizona. It is the largest tributary of the Gila River. The river is about 200 miles long. Its drainage basin is about 13,700 square miles large.
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Salt River Tubing
9200 North Bush HighwayThe Salt River is a stream in the U.S. state of Arizona. It is the largest tributary of the Gila River. The river is about 200 miles long. Its drainage basin is about 13,700 square miles large.
This relaxed lodge in the White Mountains is surrounded by national forests, and ski and hiking trails. It's 6 miles from Highway 273 and 3 miles from Sunrise Ski Resort's base areas.
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Sunrise Park Ferðaskrifstofa
200 Highway 273This relaxed lodge in the White Mountains is surrounded by national forests, and ski and hiking trails. It's 6 miles from Highway 273 and 3 miles from Sunrise Ski Resort's base areas.
Castles N' Coasters is an amusement park and family amusement center located in Phoenix, Arizona. The approximately 10-acre park features four outdoor 18-hole miniature golf courses, several rides, and an indoor video game arcade.
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Castles N' Coasters
9445 N Metro Pkwy ECastles N' Coasters is an amusement park and family amusement center located in Phoenix, Arizona. The approximately 10-acre park features four outdoor 18-hole miniature golf courses, several rides, and an indoor video game arcade.
Food Scene
Oregano's serves award-winning dishes that are a mix of old world classics and cool new recipes that are served up in huge portions, which means great leftovers!
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Oregano's Pizza Bistro
523 West University DriveOregano's serves award-winning dishes that are a mix of old world classics and cool new recipes that are served up in huge portions, which means great leftovers!
Pita Jungle is a great restaurant for anyone health minded. They have great food with a very cool ambience. They specialize in Greek, Mediterranean, Lebanese, Middle Eastern, vegetarian and vegan dishes made from fresh and nutritious ingredients.
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Pita Jungle - Mesa
1850 W Southern AvePita Jungle is a great restaurant for anyone health minded. They have great food with a very cool ambience. They specialize in Greek, Mediterranean, Lebanese, Middle Eastern, vegetarian and vegan dishes made from fresh and nutritious ingredients.
I think the only explanation that will do for this place is the one right on the website- "Cheba Hut is a “Toasted” sub concept that has been curing munchies since its start in 1998. Founder Scott Jennings decided to showcase the harmony between great tasting food and … well, a very specific counter-culture. The menu features over 30 signature sub sandwiches, as well as a variety of Rice Krispy treats, salads and munchies. Most locations also offer craft beer bars that feature local beers from neighborhood breweries. What really sets Cheba Hut apart, though, can only be experienced in our shops. We combine homegrown food with real people in a relaxed environment. Escape the established."
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Cheba Hut Toasted Subs
960 W University DrI think the only explanation that will do for this place is the one right on the website- "Cheba Hut is a “Toasted” sub concept that has been curing munchies since its start in 1998. Founder Scott Jennings decided to showcase the harmony between great tasting food and … well, a very specific counter-culture. The menu features over 30 signature sub sandwiches, as well as a variety of Rice Krispy treats, salads and munchies. Most locations also offer craft beer bars that feature local beers from neighborhood breweries. What really sets Cheba Hut apart, though, can only be experienced in our shops. We combine homegrown food with real people in a relaxed environment. Escape the established."
TOUS les JOURS is a French-Asian Bakery, meaning of ‘EVERYDAY’, serving a unique selection of bakery goods and beverages made with the highest quality ingredients from South Korea.
Tous les Jours
1133 S Dobson RdTOUS les JOURS is a French-Asian Bakery, meaning of ‘EVERYDAY’, serving a unique selection of bakery goods and beverages made with the highest quality ingredients from South Korea.
A drive thru joint created just for salad lovers! Serves salad, wraps, juices, smoothies, and soups.
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Salad And Go
1040 W Southern AveA drive thru joint created just for salad lovers! Serves salad, wraps, juices, smoothies, and soups.
Starbucks Corporation is an American coffee company and coffeehouse chain. Starbucks was founded in Seattle, Washington in 1971. As of November 2016, it operates 23,768 locations worldwide.
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Starbucks
1817 E Guadalupe RdStarbucks Corporation is an American coffee company and coffeehouse chain. Starbucks was founded in Seattle, Washington in 1971. As of November 2016, it operates 23,768 locations worldwide.
Korean market with kimchi, meat, fish & prepared foods plus some Chinese & Japanese grocery items.
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Asiana Market Mesa AZ
1135 S Dobson RdKorean market with kimchi, meat, fish & prepared foods plus some Chinese & Japanese grocery items.
Dutch Bros. Coffee is a privately held drive-through coffee chain headquartered in Grants Pass, Oregon, United States, with company-owned and franchise locations throughout the western United States.
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Dutch Bros Coffee
1326 S Alma School RdDutch Bros. Coffee is a privately held drive-through coffee chain headquartered in Grants Pass, Oregon, United States, with company-owned and franchise locations throughout the western United States.
Casual chain restaurant serving French & American staples in a rustic-inspired setting.
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Mimi's Bistro & Bakery
21001 N Tatum BlvdCasual chain restaurant serving French & American staples in a rustic-inspired setting.
Essentials
Fry's Food And Drug
2250 E Baseline RdAlbertsons Pharmacy
6965 N Hayden RdTarget
1135 S Gilbert RdCVS
802 S Mill AveWalgreens
6404 S McClintock DrSightseeing
Lowell Observatory is an astronomical observatory in Flagstaff, Arizona, United States. Lowell Observatory was established in 1894, placing it among the oldest observatories in the United States.
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Lowell Stjörnufræðistöðin
1400 W Mars Hill RdLowell Observatory is an astronomical observatory in Flagstaff, Arizona, United States. Lowell Observatory was established in 1894, placing it among the oldest observatories in the United States.