48 HOURS IN TEMPE

TEMPE TRAVEL GUIDE AND ITINERARY

Tempe, AZ makes the perfect escape for a weekend. Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU is located in the heart of downtown, near countless popular attractions. Between enjoying on-site amenities, like our rooftop pool and restaurants, and exploring the city, you’ll find no shortage of things to do during your stay. If you’re trying to decide what to do in Tempe, look no further. We’ve created a two-day itinerary to help you make the most of your vacation.

DAY ONE IN TEMPE

Morning

Start your morning with a quick, light breakfast at Library Rules with fresh brewed Stance Coffee and a house-made pastry.

Here over the weekend? Visit SunBar for weekend brunch with 1 cent bottles of champagne with your meal!

Afternoon

Head to Tempe Beach Park for an early afternoon of outdoor activities, including boating, kayaking, SUP boarding and bike rentals or just lay back and relax and enjoy some people watching on the park grounds.

Refuel at some of the city’s most iconic restaurants:

The Chuckbox - we recommend the burgers
Otto Pizza & Pastry - best known for their Pizzas

Evening

Head back to the hotel early and freshen up to capture an iconic Arizona Sunset from Lucero – our rooftop restaurant in Tempe. Go out on the town for a night at the theater. ASU Gammage is known to host broadways biggest titles like “Hairspray,” “Lion King,” “Annie” and more.

DAY TWO IN TEMPE

Morning

Elevate your fitness on day two with your choice of fan favorites:

Visit our 24-hour fitness center, or request your in-room fit kit at the front desk
Head to A Mountain for a “must do” easy hike
Take a morning stroll on Tempe Town Lake
Explore the Arizona State University Campus including libraries & museums and quiet nooks

For breakfast:

Looking for something light? Chop Shop or Daily Jam has got you covered. For grab and go, stop by Library Rules before heading out for a full day of adventure.
Indulge in one of the best breakfast burritos and tacos you have ever had at Fuzzy’s (we recommend their Chorizo burrito)

Afternoon

After your morning activities, make a short drive over to Ghost Ranch for a Southwest-inspired meal that you won’t forget. Ghost Ranch made Food Network’s list for one of the Best Restaurants in Phoenix.

Take a scenic drive through the Papago’s before arriving at the Desert Botanical Gardens. The Desert Botanical Garden is home to thousands of species of cactus, trees, and flowers.