Overview
Experience Scottsdale from an open-air tour vehicle. Our comprehensive Scottsdale city tour covers over 50 miles of historical and cultural sites. In addition to major landmarks, your Tour Guide will take you to sites where historical events occurred, such as the site where German soldiers dug a tunnel to escape a WWII prisoner of war camp.
Be aware there is a weight limit of 275 lbs per person
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
On-board WiFi
Bottled water
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Our operations office is located at the Village at Pinnacle Peak: Suite F-103. Please arrive 30 minutes before the reservation start time. The meeting location will be on the west side of the Shell gas pumps.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Important, read carefully: Our operations office is at the Village at Pinnacle Peak: 8711 E Pinnacle Peak Road Suite F-103, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255. Google maps/rideshare maps are sometimes inaccurate.
Ensure that you are going to the Village at Pinnacle Peak, near the intersection of Pinnacle Peak Rd and Pima Rd. Double check by typing Off-Road Jeep Adventures into Google maps or rideshare app to verify that you are going to the correct location.
Check-in: Please arrive 30 minutes before the reservation start time. The reservation start time is the final boarding call. If you arrive after the reservation start time, we will be unable to accommodate your group. No refunds or reschedules will be issued to late arrivals.
Ride share: Uber/Lyft drivers tend to be late; please arrive 45 to 60 minutes before the reservation start time. No refunds or reschedules will be issued to late arrivals.
Meeting location: Due to health concerns, we are NOT meeting at our office. We will meet outdoors on west side of the Shell gas pumps of the Village at Pinnacle Peak. There is free parking available in the parking lot on the west side of the Shell gas pumps.
Our off-road Jeep tours are very BUMPY, jarring rides through rough terrain. Please ensure that your party understands that this Jeep tour is a very bumpy ride. This is a guide-led tour; guests will NOT drive the Jeeps.
Closed-toed shoes are mandatory (no sandals). This tour is NOT suitable for guests with major health issues, back problems, neck problems, motion sickness, expectant mothers, or any other health issue. Please ensure that this experience is suitable for every guest in your party.
This is a low-speed sightseeing tour; tour guides will NOT perform any dangerous tricks or maneuvers. Bottled water and 21+ alcoholic beverages (1 per guest) are included. Glass containers are prohibited. No pets. All guests are required to sign a liability waiver.
What to expect
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Old Town Scottsdale
We will explore cultural and historical landmarks in Old Town Scottsdale.
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McDowell Sonoran Preserve
20 min
We will stop at the McDowell Sonoran Preserve for a nature walk. Our tour guide will present the Sonoran desert flora and fauna.
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TPC Scottsdale - Stadium Course
20 min
We will pass by TPC Scottsdale, where major golf tournaments are held.
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Frank Lloyd Wright Spire
10 min
We will stop to see the Frank Lloyd Wright Spire, a monumental tribute to one of Frank Lloyd Wright's architectural designs.
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North Airport Drive
10 min
We will pass by the former Thunderbird II, which was used to train 5500 military pilots during WWII.
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McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park
10 min
We will pass by the award-winning McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park.
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Papago Park
10 min
We will pass by the scenic Papago Park and stop at a site where WWII prisoners of war dug a tunnel to escape a POW camp.
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Salt River Fields at Talking Stick
10 min
We will pass by the Salt River Pima- Maricopa Native American Communty and your tour guide will give a presentation on the history of Native Americans in the Southwest.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Phoenix).
Additional Information
- Must be physically able to enter and exit a Jeep Wrangler.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Scottsdale City Tour
Can I cancel Scottsdale City Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours.
Where does it start?
Our operations office is located at the Village at Pinnacle Peak: Suite F-103. Please arrive 30 minutes before the reservation start time.
What's included?
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
Which places does it visit?
It visits Old Town Scottsdale, McDowell Sonoran Preserve, TPC Scottsdale - Stadium Course, Frank Lloyd Wright Spire, North Airport Drive, McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park, Papago Park, Salt River Fields at Talking Stick.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Scottsdale Adventure Tours
