Scottsdale - The Heart and Soul of the Southwest

Scottsdale is many things to many people. It is a modern resort city with all the luxurious amenities you could possibly dream of. It's a taste of the Old West, complete with horseback riding, cowboy cookouts, and western duds. It's everything you need to escape the everyday and commonplace. Through these pages, we invite you to learn about our city, its history, and the amazing Sonoran Desert. Then, join us in person and experience the heart and soul of the American Southwest for yourself!

Scottsdale is easily accessible via two airports , Phoenix Sky Harbor International and Scottsdale Municipal. Serviced by 18 major airlines, Sky Harbor International has nearly 1,200 flights arriving and departing with over 142,000 seats occupied daily. Sky Harbor International is located in Phoenix, just 15 minutes southwest of Old Town Scottsdale. Scottsdale Municipal, located in north Scottsdale, offers complete services for corporate jets and charters.

There are 63 hotel/resort properties in the Scottsdale market area. Properties range from modest lodgings to five-star/five-diamond luxury resorts.

The Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale is located just north of Shea Boulevard on 136th Street. Many area hotels and resorts provide complimentary transportation to the facility.