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Roosevelt Row Arts District and around
A day in Phoenix · 9:30–15:45 · 4 stops
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mapvivid.com/phoenix/itineraries/roosevelt-row-arts-district-and-aroundA walking day around Roosevelt Row Arts District, Ro Ho En Japanese Friendship Garden and Heard Museum, with a lunch break nearby and Phoenix Art Museum to end the day.
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Morning
9:301Roosevelt Row Arts District ↗1 h
Downtown murals, galleries and cafes
- First Friday art walk is the busiest night
- Look for murals on side streets
↓ 15 min walk
10:452Ro Ho En Japanese Friendship Garden ↗30 min
Tranquil Japanese garden with koi pond and tea house
- Small and quick to visit
- Best in cooler months
↓ 16 min walk
11:303Heard Museum ↗1 h 30 min
Leading museum of Native American art and culture
- Allow two to three hours
- Check for dance and artist demonstrations
Lunch
13:00Lunch break nearby · Find restaurants nearby on Google Maps ↗
↓ 4 min walk
Afternoon
14:154Phoenix Art Museum ↗1 h 30 minAt night
Large art collection from Western to contemporary works
- Free or discounted entry on select evenings
- Check current special exhibitions
Good to know. Times are a guide for an unhurried pace. Check opening days before you go.
Phoenix tips
Transportation
- Ride Valley Metro Rail: The light rail links downtown Phoenix, Tempe and Mesa and stops near the airport via the PHX Sky Train.
- Rent a car for day trips: Phoenix is very spread out; a car makes reaching Scottsdale, hiking trailheads and Sedona much easier.
- Use the PHX Sky Train: The free Sky Train connects airport terminals with the light rail station and rental car centre.
Local Hacks
- Start hikes at dawn: Locals hit the trails at sunrise to beat the heat and the crowds, especially on popular Camelback.
- Use pool day passes: Some resorts sell day passes to their pools, a great way to cool off without staying the night.
- See the desert garden: The Desert Botanical Garden is a great intro to cacti and desert plants, especially at sunset.
Saving
- Visit in summer for deals: Resort prices drop sharply in the hot summer months, so pool-focused stays can be a bargain.
- Hike for free: Trails at Camelback Mountain, Piestewa Peak and South Mountain Park cost nothing and offer big views.
- Look for happy hours: Many Phoenix and Scottsdale restaurants run generous happy hours with cheaper food and drinks.
Security
- Respect the heat: Summer temperatures can be dangerous; hike only early in the morning, carry lots of water and turn back if you feel unwell.
- Never leave kids or pets in cars: Car interiors heat up extremely fast in the desert sun, even in spring and autumn.
- Watch for desert wildlife: Keep an eye out for rattlesnakes and cacti on trails and do not put hands where you cannot see.
Cultural
- Visit the Heard Museum: Learn about the Native cultures of the Southwest at this respected museum of Indigenous art.
- Try Sonoran food: Phoenix has great Mexican and Sonoran cuisine; look for carne asada, chimichangas and Sonoran hot dogs.
- Tip as standard: As elsewhere in the US, tipping in restaurants, bars and for rideshares is expected.
Weather/Clothing
- Pack for extreme summer: From June to September, wear light, loose clothing, a wide hat and sunglasses, and apply sunscreen often.
- Enjoy mild winters: Winter days are sunny and pleasant but nights can be chilly, so pack a light jacket.
- Expect monsoon storms: Summer monsoon season can bring sudden storms and dust; check forecasts and avoid flooded washes.
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Roosevelt Row Arts District and around
A walking day around Roosevelt Row Arts District, Ro Ho En Japanese Friendship Garden and Heard Museum, with a lunch break nearby and Phoenix Art Museum to end the day.
Opens Google Maps with every stop of the day, ready to save to your own list.
Morning
109:30 · 1 hDowntown murals, galleries and cafes
3 tips
- First Friday art walk is the busiest night
- Look for murals on side streets
- Plenty of bars and coffee spots
📷 Photos
15 min walk
210:45 · 30 minTranquil Japanese garden with koi pond and tea house
3 tips
- Small and quick to visit
- Best in cooler months
- Check opening days before going
📷 Photos
16 min walk
311:30 · 1 h 30 minLeading museum of Native American art and culture
3 tips
- Allow two to three hours
- Check for dance and artist demonstrations
- Visit the museum shop for authentic crafts
📷 Photos
Lunch
Lunch break nearby · 13:00
Find restaurants nearby on Google Maps4 min walk
Afternoon
414:15 · 1 h 30 minLarge art collection from Western to contemporary works
- Tip: At night
3 tips
- Free or discounted entry on select evenings
- Check current special exhibitions
- Cafe on site for a break
📷 Photos
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Times are a guide for an unhurried pace. Check opening days before you go.