Encanto Park

15 Cheapest Places to Travel in December

"Set against Phoenix’s mild December climate (average highs around 68°F and lows near 44°F), this centrally located urban green space is one of several outdoor attractions visitors can enjoy along with Papago Park and Camelback Mountain. It’s easily combined with cultural stops such as the Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix Museum of Art, Heritage Square, and the Phoenix Zoo, and sits amid a downtown known for colorful street art and a lively restaurant scene — notably the “world-famous” Pizzeria Bianco, frequently cited as one of the country’s best pizza spots. The city ramps up holiday programming in December with events like ZooLights and Sea of Lights, and nearby Scottsdale (home to Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West, a World Heritage Site and National Historic Landmark) makes for a convenient day trip." - Lauren Dana Ellman Lauren Dana Ellman Lauren Dana Ellman is a New York-based writer and editor who specializes in travel, lifestyle, food, and shopping content. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines