subject: Things to Do in Scottsdale Arizona [print this page] There is no shortage of fun to be had in Scottsdale, AZ. The city was made for fun and it shows in the wide array of activities to be found. Scottsdale is a city known for its amazing weather and warm sunny climate which makes every day a great day for getting out and enjoying what the town has to offer.
The first stop on any trip to Scottsdale should start with a tour of scenic Old Town. Scottsdale Old Town is a taste of life the way it was back when Scottsdale was founded. Wooden sidewalks meander through this historically themed part of town which has every modern amenity that one could ask for. Old Town is full of great restaurants and shops to enjoy as well as offering a thriving nightlife.
While in Old Town, take a trip to visit the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, designed by award winning architect "Will Bruder". The museum displays a stunning collection of modern art from around the world. One of the highlights of the museum is the famous "Skyspace" by famed artist "James Turrell". This dazzling display allows visitors to witness the ever changing colors of the desert sky.
Another beautiful sight to visit is the Desert Botanical Gardens. This natural wonder offers up more than 50,000 species of desert plant life over five themed trails. This is the largest collection of desert flora in the world.
If that weren't enough, you can get another arts fix by joining in the thirty year tradition of the Scottsdale Art Walk, which draws in tourists from around the world as well as locals. Thanks to the ingenious ArtWalk the Line markers that have been painted on the sidewalks, it is easy to participate in this cultural event. You can easily mark the galleries and sights along the walk you would like to focus on and simply follow the painted markers to find them.
This is just the tip of the iceberg of what Scottsdale has to offer. The city is pulsing with activity at all times of the year and offers a wide range of sights and events to satisfy everyone's tastes. All BMSi Scottsdale Apartments are within walking distance to all these great events. Make a BMSi Scottsdale Apartments your home and experience world class amenities in the West's Most Western Town.
