About Scottsdale
February is the peak season for Scottsdale, Arizona. The temperature is in the 70s and it’s the best time of the year to explore the local sites, shopping, dining and culture. Focus on the Future is produced by Phoenix-based Virgo Publishing. Below are recommendations from Virgo Publishing's team, your hosts.
Local Sites
Desert Botanical Gardens
Come and visit 50 acres of outdoor exhibits, and observe 139 rare, threatened and endangered plant species from around the world at this accredited botanical garden.
Camelback Mountain
Take a short, steep hike to the top of Phoenix's Point of Pride and enjoy the breathtaking views.
Premier Shopping
Take advantage of Hyatt's complimentary 14-passenger van to ensure a stress-free day of shopping. Running Monday through Saturday, the convenient shuttle will drop off and pick up from the nearby shopping centers.
The Borgata- Italian Renaissance-style shopping center
www.borgata.com
Fifth Avenue- Retail center in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale
www.scottsdale5thave.org
Scottsdale Fashion Square- Arizona's premier luxury shopping destination
www.fashionsquare.com
The Shops at Gainey Village- Enjoy the outdoors at this open air retail center
www.theshopsgaineyvillage.com
Cultural Outings
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
Located in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale, come and admire this museum's contemporary and modern artwork.
Heard Museum
With exhibitions of cultural objects and fine art to jewelry and fashion, the Heard Museum offers the best in traditional and contemporary American Indian art. Learn, discover and share Native Traditions at this must-see Arizona landmark.
Restaurants
7353 E. Scottsdale Mall
Scottsdale, AZ 85251-4414
Phone: 480-994-5576
Bandera
3821 N. Scottsdale Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85251-4431
Phone: 480-994-3524
Barcelona Restaurant
15440 N. Greenway Hayden Loop
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Phone: 480-603-0370
Blanco – Tacos & Tequila
The Borgata
6166 N Scottsdale Road, Suite 601
Scottsdale AZ 85253
Phone: 480-305-6692
Cowboy Ciao Wine Bar & Grill
7133 E. Stetson Drive, Suite 1
Scottsdale, AZ 85251-3229
Phone: 480-346-3111
Don & Charlie's
7501 E. Camelback Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85251-3510
Phone: 480-990-0900
Drinkwater's City Hall Steakhouse and Bar
6991 E. Camelback Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Phone: 480-941-4700
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
6333 N. Scottsdale Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
Phone: 480-596-8265
7131 E. Main Street
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Phone: 480-947-6042
Morton's of Chicago - The Steakhouse
15233 N. Kierland Boulevard
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Phone: 480-951-4440
Ocean Club Fish House
15045 N. Kierland Boulevard
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Phone: 480-443-8555
Ra-Sushi Bar Restaurant-
Kierland
7012 E. Greenway Parkway, Suite 100
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Phone: 480-951-5888
Roaring Fork
4800 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 1700
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Phone: 480-947-0795
Roka Akor
7299 North Scottsdale Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85253
Phone: 480-306-8800
Steamer's Genuine Seafood
2576 E. Camelback Road
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Phone: 602-956-3631
Stingray Sushi
4302 N. Scottsdale Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85251-3312
Phone: 480-941-4460
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