Guidebook for Gilbert
Sightseeing
Visit the museum, which has American Indian pottery, maps, and so on. Take a walk around the excavated structures. Go into the reconstructed houses, and see how the Hohokam lived.
44 locals recommend
Pueblo Grande Museum
4619 E Washington StVisit the museum, which has American Indian pottery, maps, and so on. Take a walk around the excavated structures. Go into the reconstructed houses, and see how the Hohokam lived.
Mesa Grande Cultural Park and AZ Museum of Natural History. Mesa Grande was a ceremonial mound made by Arizona's ancient Hohokam people.
Mesa Grande
Mesa Grande Cultural Park and AZ Museum of Natural History. Mesa Grande was a ceremonial mound made by Arizona's ancient Hohokam people.
This two story structure is one of very few caliche clay structures made by Arizona's native peoples that survives to this day.
37 locals recommend
Casa Grande Ruins National Monument
1100 W Ruins DrThis two story structure is one of very few caliche clay structures made by Arizona's native peoples that survives to this day.
This area has shopping, a little history museum, an art walk and great restaurants. The area boasts a free trolley to travel around. You can spend an hour here, an afternoon or the whole day.
1378 locals recommend
Old Town Scottsdale
3200 N Scottsdale RdThis area has shopping, a little history museum, an art walk and great restaurants. The area boasts a free trolley to travel around. You can spend an hour here, an afternoon or the whole day.
Come to see American Indian cliff dwellings, petroglyphs and the massive well.
236 locals recommend
Montezuma Castle National Monument
Montezuma Castle RoadCome to see American Indian cliff dwellings, petroglyphs and the massive well.
Take a ride on the Dolly Steamboat. Several types of cruises are available, including nature cruise and a night cruise for stargazing. Be sure to book your trip in advance.
13 locals recommend
Canyon Lake Marina and Campground
16802 AZ-88Take a ride on the Dolly Steamboat. Several types of cruises are available, including nature cruise and a night cruise for stargazing. Be sure to book your trip in advance.
This is a spectacular overlook of the canyon carved by Fish Creek on the legendary Apache Trail. Daredevils used to race up and down the canyon roads here in the early days of automobiles.
Fish Creek Hill
This is a spectacular overlook of the canyon carved by Fish Creek on the legendary Apache Trail. Daredevils used to race up and down the canyon roads here in the early days of automobiles.
This is the dam that built Phoenix by controlling flooding. Theodore Roosevelt dedicated this dam in 1911, and it allowed Phoenix to grow from a small town to the 5th largest city in the US.
Roosevelt Dam Heliport
This is the dam that built Phoenix by controlling flooding. Theodore Roosevelt dedicated this dam in 1911, and it allowed Phoenix to grow from a small town to the 5th largest city in the US.
Come see the Lower and Upper Cliff Dwellings left by the Salado people in the 15th Century. The Park Rangers are knowledgeable and fascinating.
16 locals recommend
Tonto National Monument
26260 AZ-188Come see the Lower and Upper Cliff Dwellings left by the Salado people in the 15th Century. The Park Rangers are knowledgeable and fascinating.
This museum serves as a headquarters of sorts for the Gila County Historical Society.
6 locals recommend
Gila County Historical Museum
1330 N Broad StThis museum serves as a headquarters of sorts for the Gila County Historical Society.
Come see a reconstructed American Indian village and archaeological park.
12 locals recommend
Besh-Ba-Gowah Museum
1324 S Jesse Hayes RdCome see a reconstructed American Indian village and archaeological park.
This museum used to be the school where Mexican students would learn in the small mining town of Miami, AZ.
6 locals recommend
Bullion Plaza Cultural Center
150 N Plaza CirThis museum used to be the school where Mexican students would learn in the small mining town of Miami, AZ.
Reavis Ranch Trailhead
Reavis Trailhead RoadThis trailhead offers a majestic view of Apache Lake and access to hiking.
This museum tells the story of Gilbert, which started as a small farming town and has now grown to more than 200,000 residents.
17 locals recommend
HD SOUTH - Home of the Gilbert Museum
10 S Gilbert RdThis museum tells the story of Gilbert, which started as a small farming town and has now grown to more than 200,000 residents.
This community is famous for its fantastic views, hiking and shopping. Be sure to visit the Palatki Heritage Site while you are here.
883 locals recommend
Sedona
This community is famous for its fantastic views, hiking and shopping. Be sure to visit the Palatki Heritage Site while you are here.
By far Arizona's top attraction, this natural wonder must be seen to be believed. Pictures you may have seen in no way do justice to the spectacular Grand Canyon.
35 locals recommend
Arizona
By far Arizona's top attraction, this natural wonder must be seen to be believed. Pictures you may have seen in no way do justice to the spectacular Grand Canyon.
Out of Africa Wildlife Park
3505 Arizona 260Experience an African Safari in Arizona.
Park of Canals
1710 N HorneCome see canals that were first created by the Hohokam people.
This museum preserves much of the heritage of Arizona's Native Americans.
653 locals recommend
Heard Museum
2301 N Central AveThis museum preserves much of the heritage of Arizona's Native Americans.
This small attraction is a branch of the Heard Museum. Come see Kachina statues, paintings of Hopi rituals and other original art produced by Native Americans.
653 locals recommend
Heard Museum
2301 N Central AveThis small attraction is a branch of the Heard Museum. Come see Kachina statues, paintings of Hopi rituals and other original art produced by Native Americans.
This state park was the site of the westernmost battle fought in the American Civil War. Reenactments occur a few days per year.
33 locals recommend
Picacho Peak State Park
15520 Picacho Peak RdThis state park was the site of the westernmost battle fought in the American Civil War. Reenactments occur a few days per year.
Arts & Culture
If you want to experience Arizona's gambling and casinos, I recommend Wild Horse. It has a nice atmosphere and beautiful design.
103 locals recommend
Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino
5040 Wild Horse Pass BlvdIf you want to experience Arizona's gambling and casinos, I recommend Wild Horse. It has a nice atmosphere and beautiful design.
If you want to see experience an Arizona casino, this new resort is close to Old Town Scottsdale.
498 locals recommend
Talking Stick Resort Casino
Talking Stick WayIf you want to see experience an Arizona casino, this new resort is close to Old Town Scottsdale.
This is a surprisingly good community theater located in Old Town Gilbert. Check them out online and give them a call to get your tickets in advance.
56 locals recommend
Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona
50 W Page AveThis is a surprisingly good community theater located in Old Town Gilbert. Check them out online and give them a call to get your tickets in advance.
After a day of traveling the Apache Trail, you can try your hand at games of chance at the Apache Gold Casino Resort.
Apache Gold Casino Resort
777 Geronimo Springs BlvdAfter a day of traveling the Apache Trail, you can try your hand at games of chance at the Apache Gold Casino Resort.
Toka Sticks Golf Club
6910 E Williams Field RdGo golfing at one of Arizona's many fine courses.
This is a great summer location for enjoying AZ's Salt River. Be sure to observe the rules, though. Sheriff Joe's deputies are posted and would be glad to give you a tour of famous Tent City.
242 locals recommend
Salt River Tubing
9200 North Bush HighwayThis is a great summer location for enjoying AZ's Salt River. Be sure to observe the rules, though. Sheriff Joe's deputies are posted and would be glad to give you a tour of famous Tent City.
This historic theater has been renovated, and retains its early 20th century charm.
78 locals recommend
Orpheum Theatre Phoenix
203 W Adams StThis historic theater has been renovated, and retains its early 20th century charm.
Food Scene
This restaurant truly is the real deal. If you want to taste excellent Southwest BBQ, this place draws in patrons from around the region.
75 locals recommend
Joe's Real BBQ
301 N Gilbert RdThis restaurant truly is the real deal. If you want to taste excellent Southwest BBQ, this place draws in patrons from around the region.
You come here for the food more than the atmosphere. The Adobada and Carnitas burritos are my favorites. I recommend ordering over the phone and taking your food to go. They have a menu online.
Los Rubios Mexican Food
You come here for the food more than the atmosphere. The Adobada and Carnitas burritos are my favorites. I recommend ordering over the phone and taking your food to go. They have a menu online.
Stop here to try Cactus Pear ice cream and soak in some Old West atmosphere in this reconstructed Western town.
98 locals recommend
Tortilla Flat
Stop here to try Cactus Pear ice cream and soak in some Old West atmosphere in this reconstructed Western town.
Brought to you by the owner of Joe's Real BBQ, this excellent country restaurant has been featured on the Food Network. I recommend the Ahi Tuna Sandwich.
107 locals recommend
Joe's Farm Grill
3000 E Ray RdBrought to you by the owner of Joe's Real BBQ, this excellent country restaurant has been featured on the Food Network. I recommend the Ahi Tuna Sandwich.
Entertainment & Activities
This is a reconstructed Old West town. You can see gunfights, ride the train, drink a Sarsaparilla and eat at the steak house.
53 locals recommend
Rawhide Western Town and Event Center
5700 W North Loop RdThis is a reconstructed Old West town. You can see gunfights, ride the train, drink a Sarsaparilla and eat at the steak house.
Have a picnic at the park or rent a boat to ride around this man-made lake in the heart of the Phoenix Metro area.
453 locals recommend
Tempe Town Lake
620 N Mill AveHave a picnic at the park or rent a boat to ride around this man-made lake in the heart of the Phoenix Metro area.
Highlights of this zoo include rare Arabian Oryx, which the Phoenix Zoo saved from extinction.
864 locals recommend
Phoenix Zoo
455 N Galvin PkwyHighlights of this zoo include rare Arabian Oryx, which the Phoenix Zoo saved from extinction.
Everything Else
This campground puts you right onto Apache Lake. A Tonto Pass ($6 at gas stations or online) is required to stay overnight.
Burnt Corral Campground
3547 AZ-88This campground puts you right onto Apache Lake. A Tonto Pass ($6 at gas stations or online) is required to stay overnight.
Arizona Snowbowl
9300 North Snow Bowl RoadGo skiing or sledding on the slopes of Flagstaff, Arizona.
Desert Botanical Garden
Come see exotic the exotic fauna of Arizona.
Drinks & Nightlife
Drift Inn Saloon
636 N Broad StThis Old West Saloon was also a bordello during Globe's heyday as a mining town.
This is the place to enjoy Tempe night life. Plenty of bars and restaurants next to ASU.
83 locals recommend
Downtown Tempe
1 W Rio Salado PkwyThis is the place to enjoy Tempe night life. Plenty of bars and restaurants next to ASU.
Shopping
Go shopping, catch a movie or have dinner at this outdoor shopping center. Sushi, steak, Italian, BBQ and more are available.
154 locals recommend
SanTan Village
2218 E Williams Field RdGo shopping, catch a movie or have dinner at this outdoor shopping center. Sushi, steak, Italian, BBQ and more are available.