An oasis in the desert, Scottsdale is Arizona’s version of Beverly Hills. Upscale neighborhoods, ritzy resorts, oodles of art galleries, and golfing galore make it an ideal place to put down roots. And that’s exactly what we’re doing with our latest Saatva Viewing Room in the Kierland Commons.
Located just outside Phoenix, Scottsdale’s mountain beauty and 300 days of sunshine have drawn celebrities and wealthy families here for decades. Add in its artsy vibe, laidback way of life, and top-notch shopping, and it’s one of the West’s most desirable cities. Here’s our guide for what to do in and around Scottsdale, Ariz.
Where to shop
Saatva Viewing Room
Scottsdale is the kind of place you go to for some R&R, and our new Saatva Viewing Room has both. Come in for a peaceful and pressure-free shopping experience. Our state-of-the-art technology leads you to a self-guided experience to find the perfect mattress for you. Plus, it’s delivered straight to your door with no hassle, no stress, and no delivery charge.
Saatva Viewing Room: 7030 E Greenway Pkwy
Scottsdale Marketplace
Thrifters and antique lovers will have a field day in this maze of stores. Showcasing nearly 40 different sellers, you can find everything you need here to furnish a home, redo your wardrobe, spoil your furry friend, or decorate your walls with handmade art.
Scottsdale Marketplace: 6310 N Scottsdale Rd
Native Art Market
This indigenous-owned and operated shop sells artisan goods from nearly 400 Native American-owned businesses. Peruse their stunning selection of handmade turquoise jewelry, pottery, and artwork. Plan your visit around one of their Thursday Indigenous Experiences workshops.
Native Art Market: 7215 E Main St
Sphinx Date Co. Palm & Pantry
A Scottsdale institution for over 70 years, this farm-stand turned food purveyor is famous for its Medjool dates. You can also pick up other Arizona-made goods, including wine, craft beer, honey, candy, and hot sauce. Save room for their date milkshake!
Sphinx Date Co. Palm & Pantry: 3039 N Scottsdale Rd
The Merchantile
Scottsdale loves a marketplace, and The Merchantile is one of its best. Chock full of Arizona-made goods, it’s an ideal place to find a handmade souvenir or your new favorite outfit. There are over 100 vendors here selling unique jewelry, sassy shirts, scented candles, fun greeting cards, and much more.
The Merchantile: 3965 N Brown Ave
Where to eat and drink
Cafe Monarch
Scottsdale’s go-to for a fancy evening out, Cafe Monarch specializes in seasonal four-course French tasting menus. If you’re really looking to splurge, choose from their wide array of caviars. But remember, it’s a popular, upscale spot, so reserve a table in advance and dress to impress.
Cafe Monarch: 6939 E 1st Ave
FnB
This multi-award-winning restaurant in downtown Scottsdale has been wow-ing locals and travelers for over 15 years. Sourcing from Arizona’s freshest farms, the menu here changes often but includes comfort foods like pasta with Italian sausage and lamb riblets in sherry vinegar. Its Arizona-only wine program is also a hit.
FnB: 7125 E 5th Ave #31
The Frybread Lounge
Old Town Scottsdale’s first Native American restaurant features Indigenous recipes with ingredients sourced from Indigenous growers and purveyors. Chef Montana of the O’odham Community cooks a bison ribeye sandwich and addictive frybread tacos.
The Frybread Lounge: 7211 E Main St
Fat Ox
Italian food lovers will swoon over this sleek and sexy neighborhood spot. The pasta here is made fresh daily, and its top-quality meats are grilled over a pecan wood-fired grill. Start off with ricotta made at a nearby farm before you dig into their beloved cacio e pepe.
Fat Ox: 6316 N Scottsdale Rd
Hash Kitchen
When brunch comes calling, Hash Kitchen answers. Home to Scottsdale’s largest build-your-own bloody mary bar, it’s stocked with every topping under the Arizona sun. The menu includes cannoli donuts, a hot chicken sandwich, and five kinds of eggs Benedict. On weekends, be prepared to wait.
Hash Kitchen: 8777 N Scottsdale Rd
Where else to spend time
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
It seems only fitting that the artist enclave of Scottsdale should have such an impressive art museum. Highlighting contemporary art, design, and architecture, you can easily spend an afternoon perusing its many galleries. Plus, don’t miss James Turrel’s Skyspace.
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art: 7374 E 2nd St
Taliesin West
The famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright was Scottsdale’s biggest fan. His wildly unique winter home was built in 1937 and sits at the foothills of the McDowell Mountains; visitors can tour this World Heritage site and National Historic Landmark.
Taliesin West: 12621 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd
Shop luxury mattresses at our Scottsdale Viewing Room
Saatva Classic Innerspring Mattress
Our flagship luxury mattress is expertly engineered with coil-on-coil construction for durability, a layer of memory foam for enhanced back support, and a cushiony Euro pillow top for extra comfort.
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Contour5 Mattress
Luxurious body-hugging feel and pressure relief with 3” of ultra-premium, high-density 5-lb memory foam.
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Zenhaven Latex Mattress
Natural latex responds to every curve for pressure-free support and responsive comfort. Natural latex is supple, resilient, and durable, for the ultimate in elevated sleep. (It’s naturally hypoallergenic too.)
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Latex Hybrid Mattress
This hybrid mattress combines the pressure-free support of natural latex with the classic innerspring feel. Handcrafted with pure materials for the ultimate in cool and healthy sleep.
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Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress
This memory foam hybrid mattress features the perfect balance of body-contouring and responsive feel. Enjoy the innovative cooling system, which prevents overheating.
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Solaire Adjustable Firmness Mattress
Featuring precise 50 firmness settings on each side of the bed for personal customization. Natural latex and gel-infused memory foam layers provide luxurious comfort and support.
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Saatva HD Mattress
This luxury hybrid innerspring mattress is specifically engineered to support people weighing between 300 and 500 pounds. Plush upper layers made of foam and latex deliver comfort, while a high-durability coil base offers support.
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Saatva Rx Mattress
Specially designed to give maximum support and pressure relief that can help alleviate discomfort associated with serious and chronic back and joint conditions like sciatica, arthritis, herniated disc, and scoliosis.
FAQs
What is Scottsdale best known for?
Scottsdale is known as a beautiful desert enclave that was once home to an Indigenous community, farmers, and artists. Today, it’s a thriving upscale city with fantastic restaurants, resorts, spas, golf courses, and shopping.
How do you spend a day in Scottsdale?
Start off with yoga or a massage at any of the city’s serene spas. Then, head to Kierland Commons for shopping, followed by a casual Arizona-inspired lunch. In the afternoon, pop into the Old Quarter’s art galleries before drinks and dinner at any of the city’s award-winning restaurants.
Check out our additional travel guides for advice on how to spend the day near our other Viewing Rooms:
- Washington, DC’s Logan Circle
- San Francisco’s Union Square
- West Hollywood, Los Angeles
- New York City’s Upper East Side
- New York City’s Flatiron
- Boston’s Back Bay
- Chicago’s Lincoln Park
- Dallas’s Uptown
- Charlotte’s South Park
- Portland’s Pearl District
- Philadelphia’s Rittenhouse Square
- Seattle’s University Village
- San Diego’s La Jolla
- Florida’s Winter Park
- Baltimore’s Harbor East
- Houston’s Uptown
- Connecticut’s Westport
- New Jersey’s Paramus
- Tampa’s Downtown
