Historic Mill Avenue

Rooftop Patios

Truly spectacular accommodations await you in Downtown Tempe. Get one of a kind romantic views from the top of these hotels:

• AC Hotel
• Canopy Tempe
• Graduate Hotel
• Omni Tempe at ASU
• The Vib
• Westin Tempe

And bonus! See a show at Tempe Center for the Arts then walk up to its rooftop patio for a stunning view of Tempe Town Lake and beyond.

Things to Do, Places to Go

• Downtown Tempe event calendar
• Dining
• Nightlife
• Shopping
• Culture and Entertainment

Events

Some amazing things happen in our downtown every year. From one of the country's largest juried art shows to Juneteenth celebrations, to a holiday boat parade and the 2nd Sundays on Mill, there are so many great activities.

• Downtown Tempe events calendar (Stuff that's just in our downtown)
• Tempe Tourism events calendar (Things to do in and around our whole city)
• Tempe Center for the Arts
• ASU Gammage Theatre
• Sun Devil Athletics

History and Traditions

History

Every city has a history and Downtown Tempe's goes back to the Hohokam Native Americans.

Read the story.

Arizona State University - Go Devils!

Downtown Tempe is home to the nation's largest university, Arizona State University. This brings with it so much energy, enthusiasm and intelligence to our community. Be part of the Sun Devil tradition.

• Athletics
• Research
• Student Traditions

Parking and Transit

There are so many ways to get to Downtown Tempe. Take light rail or streetcar or drive and park. Lots of bikes and scooters here to help you complete your trip, too.

Parking in Downtown Tempe

Economic Development - Facts and Figures

Looking to open a restaurant, office or other business?

Tempe maintains one of the most thriving economic environments in the country. Find what you need to start, grow and thrive here. Our Tempe Economic Development team is ready to help make your business successful.

Contact us to get started.