Visiting Scottsdale

Top Travel Destination for Retirees are Near Scottsdale

Written by Bailee Wilson | Oct 14, 2024 3:50:32 PM

Retired and looking for new places to travel? Come visit Arizona! World Atlas recently named their picks for the best Arizona travel destinations for retirees. Many of them are accessible from Scottsdale! 

World Atlas writes, "Arizona is home to a wealth of travel spots tailored for retirees, thanks to a mix of scenic beauty, a relaxed atmosphere, and cultural splendor." On their list, you'll find... 

Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale: a boutique resort where you can enjoy luxury amenities, walking trails, golf, and other fun activities. 

Sedona: a gorgeous town with dramatic landscapes and a vibrant art scene. 

OdySea Aquarium: the largest aquarium in the southwest, where you'll find creatures from penguins to sharks to sloths.

Reid Park Zoo: a 24-acre zoo with unique animals that you can visit while enjoying wide walking paths and clean facilities.  

Sun City: an unincorporated town that is entirely designed to cater to retired residents. 

Desert Botanical Garden: a 140-acre botanical garden where you can view all sorts of interesting desert vegetation. 

Scottsdale is a wonderful home base for the destinations on World Atlas's list. With ample rental properties, great amenities, incredible dining options, mild winters, and more, you'll love staying in Scottsdale! 

Which destination are you exploring first? Tell us in the comments!