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Phoenix’s “wedding-cake” castle opens by lottery-run tours led by a local nonprofit. It’s a quirky, desert-encircled time capsule that culture writers love to cover. Enter the lottery early and plan around limited dates.
Castle with desert cactus gardens, tours by lottery only
5025 E Van Buren St, Phoenix, AZ 85008 Get directions
Catering food and drink supplier · West Phoenix
Aviation-themed lemonade bar with strawberry kiwi boba
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American restaurant · The Pointe At South Mountain
Steaks, sweeping views, country bands, and a fun indoor slide
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Comedy club · Downtown
Buzzy comedy club: national acts, specialty drinks & global food
Italian restaurant · Deer Valley
Gourmet pizzas, sandwiches, pasta & wine in contemporary space
Cocktail bar · Central Phoenix
Global comfort food & retro cocktails with a backyard patio
Restaurant · Central Phoenix
From-scratch organic fare, whole-animal butchery, weekly rotating menu
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Taco restaurant · Camelback East
Gourmet tacos with unique flavor combos & craft cocktails
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American restaurant · Claremont Place
Eclectic dishes in an art-filled space celebrating local history
Botanical garden · Minnesota Court
Explore diverse desert flora across 140 acres with five themed trails.
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Cafe · Encanto
Global specialties like mung bean and boba, crafted with care