This is our second time staying in downtown Phoenix. It’s not your typical downtown, unlike Chicago or New York. Downtown Phoenix is not considered the center of the city; not much happening except for business convention attendees and baseball fans.
On our walks, downtown Phoenix’s cleanliness is noticeable. We were informed that Phoenix is known as one of the cleanest cities in the USA. We also had a nice time meeting several downtown dog owner residents; who are happy that downtown phoenix has grassy areas.
Here are 3 ways we explored downtown Phoenix with Sugar
1. Stay at Dog Friendly Hotel – We stayed at Sheraton Grand Phoenix wherein no deposit is required for furry guest, just need to sign a waiver.
Sugar enjoyed Sheraton’s infused water selection and comfy bed. Overall, it was a pawsome dog friendly accommodation.
2. Shop,Dine,Relax – Several shops and restaurants at the Arizona Center (located across from Sheraton Grand Phoenix) that welcome dogs . Sugar also enjoyed the tranquil setting and outdoor garden.
3. Lots of Photo Op exploring downtown Phoenix
a) Phoenix Points of Pride: St. Mary’s Basilica is the oldest Roman Catholic parish in the greater Phoenix, Arizona area. The Basilica was designed by French architect Emmanuel Masqueray in a beaux-arts style. The ground is very tranquil. I went inside the church and it’s beautiful.
b) Chase Field is the home of the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Dbacks Arizona Diamondbacks teamed up with PetSmart to make Chase Field a dog-friendly ballpark. Read more about it on our previous post: Every Dog Has Its Sunday
c) Talking Stick Resort Arena is a sports and entertainment arena. It is the home of the Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury and Arizona Rattlers.
d) Earth Dreaming Murals made from broken tile, mirror, cast ceramic, old china and includes Native American symbols and other Arizona images.
e) Iconic Sculptures from Herberger Theater Center – John Waddell’s Dance is the most popular sculpture which features nude figurative bronze sculptures — most depicting women in a variety of dance poses.
f) Arizona State University (ASU) campus has transformed the look of several blocks in downtown Phoenix. Many appreciate the growing changes and vibrancy ASU brought to downtown Phoenix.
g) Cactus have interesting shapes, sizes, and forms and is found throughout the state of Arizona. The saguaro cactus blossom is the official state flower of Arizona.
If you plan to visit downtown Phoenix with your dog, remember these places for fun pawsome photo op.
Lots of Golden FUN Exploring Downtown Phoenix with Sugar
Reilly-Denny Cowspotdogs says
April 22, 2016 at 7:26 AMLooks like a great place to explore – when it is cool though – not a summer destination we are thinking 🙂
Hailey and Zaphod says
April 22, 2016 at 10:26 AMSeveral years ago (maybe 6 or 7) I was at a conference downtown Phoenix. I enjoyed it being very quiet.
nichole says
April 22, 2016 at 10:51 AMSure looks like FUN! We got that funky green monkey too… Penny loves him.
Madi and mom says
April 22, 2016 at 12:08 PMSugar you perps find the nicest most friendly places to visit.
Yum infused water I bet I would like that too. I am a water loving kitty! Which is kinda unusual. I have loved water from day one
Hugs
Madi your bfff
Colby says
April 23, 2016 at 12:44 AMBoo to ASU…GO U OF A! Sorry, my alma mater is University of Arizona.
Cathy Armato says
April 24, 2016 at 2:18 AMWhat a great time you had in downtown Phoenix, Sugar! We just love St. Mary’s and the Herberger theater. We’ve seen some great shows there! St. Mary’s is so great, they have one of the largest food banks. I’ve volunteered at their food a few days, they are wonderful,
Love & Biscuits,
Dogs Luv Us and We Luv Them
Sand Spring Chesapeakes says
April 24, 2016 at 9:29 PMWhat a great adventure.