Old Town Scottsdale - One glance at Old Town Scottsdale reveals why it’s the lively core of our city. Spread across nine walkable neighborhoods, you’ll discover a distinctive mix of shops, eateries, art galleries, and nightclubs, along with modern public art, top-tier museums, and historic sites dating back to the late 1880s. This seamless fusion of urban sophistication and Old West charm gives our downtown its unique character, making it an essential stop on any Scottsdale visit!

Old Adobe Mission - Hand-built by the Mexican settlers of Scottsdale in the late 1910s and completed in 1933, the Old Adobe Mission stands today as a historic landmark. It’s one of only three remaining adobe structures in downtown Scottsdale. Designed by Robert T. Evans, it showcases stunning Spanish Colonial Revival architecture and handcrafted stained-glass windows, offering visitors a unique place for historical reflection and spiritual peace.

Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West - A top-rated TripAdvisor attraction in Old Town Scottsdale, this museum features rotating and permanent exhibits of Western and Native American art, rare artifacts, and cultural treasures from some of the world’s leading collectors and institutions. A Smithsonian Affiliate since 2015, it was named “Best Western Museum 2021” in the nation by True West magazine.

Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art - Situated in Scottsdale’s bustling Old Town area, the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) showcases the most captivating modern and contemporary art, architecture, and design from around the world. Designed by award-winning architect Will Bruder, SMoCA’s minimalist building, a clever renovation of a former movie theater, includes a public “skyspace” by renowned artist James Turrell, where visitors can experience the changing light of the desert sky. SMoCA also offers a variety of rotating exhibitions, educational programs, guided tours, and special events for all ages.

Rusty Spur Saloon - A registered historic landmark, the Farmers Bank of Scottsdale operated from 1921 to 1931 before closing during the Depression. The old bank vault now stores liquor instead of money. Known as one of the three happiest places in the U.S.—alongside Disneyland and Las Vegas—the Rusty Spur Saloon is where the party never ends! Frequented by celebrities like John Wayne, Clint Eastwood, Jennifer Aniston, Vince Vaughn, Dierks Bentley, and John Rich (Big & Rich), it offers hospitality and live entertainment every afternoon and evening, featuring acts like Russ Reiter, Psychobilly Rodeo, Mike Lennon, and Jan Carritt. Enjoy Country Western, Blues, and Rockabilly music, and lunch served from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Main Street in Old Town Scottsdale.

Main Street Arts District - Located in Downtown Scottsdale along Main Street and Marshall Way, the Scottsdale Arts District is home to some of the nation’s finest art galleries in a vibrant, walkable setting. Art enthusiasts will be thrilled by the diverse array of artists from around the world working in various mediums, styles, and subjects. The Scottsdale Arts District’s ArtWalk, the oldest continuous art walk in the country, takes place every Thursday night from 7-9 pm, offering Scottsdale’s premier fine art experience.

Scottsdale Fashion Square - Scottsdale Fashion Square presents Fashionable Luxury: The Story. The Style. The Spirit. Dive into the history, trends, and collection of today’s most fashionable brands. Enjoy a red-carpet welcome, special gifts, delicious treats, and plenty of bubbly. Fashion industry experts will share the history of luxury fashion and the latest runway trends during a private shopping experience featuring iconic brands curated just for you.

Scottsdale Center for the Arts - Since 1975, the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts has been a platform for diverse voices and perspectives, creating inspiring experiences for the community that celebrate artistic excellence and cultural awareness. Now one of the leading performing arts venues in the western United States, the Center offers a varied season of dance, music, theater, comedy, and film from around the globe.

Camelback Mountain - Scottsdale’s top attraction!