Phoenix

Travel Nursing in Arizona: Phoenix— As the largest and most populous metropolitan in the state, Phoenix is rich with Mexican, Indian and Southern culture. Located in the “Valley of the Sun,” Phoenix is nestled within four different Arizona mountain ranges, which means there is never a shortage on adventure for outdoor and indoor recreation. And don’t forget, you can shop til’ you drop at the many shopping malls and outlets in this desert city! 

Weather in Phoenix :Averaging an 85% possibility of sunshine on any given day during the year, Phoenix is the perfect place for sun lovers! Phoenix is characterized by an arid climate with hot summers and temperate winters. Do not forget to pack your sunscreen when you travel to Phoenix in the summer.

City Sites to See:

Heritage Square—Filled with shops and museums, Heritage Square is home to the last remaining structures of the original Phoenix. Encapsulating Phoenix’s Victorian past, the Rosson House is only one of many places to visit while in Heritage Square. Come experience Phoenix’s roots and see how the city transformed into Arizona’s largest city all in one place.

Desert Botanical Garden—Located in Papago Park is the beautiful Desert Botanical Garden. Covering more than 50 acres of land and housing more than 130 species of endangered plant species from areas all around the world, the botanical garden a must see!

Scottsdale Art Walk—Just minutes from Phoenix you can find the Scottsdale Art Walk. There are more than (????)00 art galleries located in Scottsdale, and every Thursday evening you can enjoy special exhibits throughout the district.  

What Nurses Love about Phoenix:
The Great Outdoors—Phoenix has great areas for hiking and other outdoorsy activities. Camelback Mountain and South Mountain Park and Reserve are the perfect places to take the day to enjoy the city’s fabulous outdoors.

The Museums—The Heard Museum, Arizona Space Museum and the Mining and Mineral Museum are just some of the museums housed in Phoenix. Enjoy all of the art and history that Phoenix has to offer in one of their fabulous museums.

The Water parks—Even though Phoenix can get hot, there are many ways to cool off. Visit one of the city’s water parks, including the Big Surf and Waterworld Safari. Kick back in one of the lazy rivers or shout down a slide.

Useful Resources:
Phoenix City Official Website
Travel Resources
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