Local Attractions
Wigwam History Tours
Experience the storied history of The Wigwam with a guided tour from one of our experienced Storytellers. The tour begins in the oldest part of the resort, The Organizational House what is now referred to as the Fireplace Room, and stops at important locations around the Resort and City of Litchfield Park. For more information, visit the Guest Services desk or call (623) 935-3811. Tours available with advanced reservation.
Cultural Adventures
Our Concierge staff will be happy to assist you in planning day trips around the state, hot air balloon rides, sunset trail rides, shopping excursions, art walks and much more.
Hike Arizona
Stretch your adventure barometer and go off the beaten trails for a closer look at the Arizona desert. Hiking areas are plentiful at the nearby White Tank Mountains.
Challenger Space Center
Located at 21170 W. 83rd Avenue, Peoria (623) 322-2001, the Challenger Space Center is an ideal location for large group activities.
Chase Field
Home of the Arizona Diamondbacks, winners of the 2001 World Series. 401 E. Jefferson, Phoenix (602) 462-6409
Desert Botanical Garden
1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix (480) 941-1225
Golf Tournaments
Three major professional golf tournaments have regular stops in the Greater Phoenix area: The Waste Management Open (PGA), the Safeway Classic (LPGA) and The Tradition (Champions Tour).
Jobing.com Arena
Jobing.com Arena is home to the Phoenix Coyotes NHL ice hockey team. The arena also offers concerts, family shows, boxing and wrestling. Located west of historic downtown and Northwest of Sky Harbor Airport, Jobing.com Arena has convenient access from Loop 101, which is accessible from Interstate 10 and only 12 minutes from our resort! Tickets for Glendale Arena can be arranged through the hotel concierge. 6520 N. 91st Avenue, Glendale (623) 772-3200
NASCAR Racing
Phoenix is also home to many different types of motor sports. Included on the annual calendar are Indy Car and NASCAR events at nearby Phoenix International Raceway, drag racing at Manzanita Speedway and boat racing at Firebird International Raceway.
Phoenix Art Museum
Central Avenue & McDowell Road, Phoenix (602) 257-1222
Groundbreaking exhibitions that will fascinate, entertain, and educate. From the four corners of the world, from ancient to modern, from masters to rising stars, see what the Phoenix Art Museum has on display now.
Phoenix Zoo
Home to more than 1, 300 animals and many endangered and threatened species, the Zoo is dedicated to providing experiences that inspire people and motivate them to care for the natural world. 455 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix (602) 273-1341
Pueblo Grande Museum & Archaeological Park
4619 E. Washington Street, Phoenix (602) 495-0901
Spring Training Baseball
The Wigwam is proud to be the Official Spring Training Resort of The Kansas City Royals, and Greater Phoenix plays host to 13 major league baseball teams each spring as part of the Cactus League. The San Francisco Giants, Seattle Mariners, Oakland Athletics, Chicago Cubs, San Diego Padres, Milwaukee Brewers, Texas Rangers, Kansas City Royals, Cincinnati Reds, LA Dodgers, Chicago White Sox, Cleveland Indians and the Anaheim Angels conduct their spring training here in the Phoenix area while the Arizona Diamondbacks and Colorado Rockies train in Tucson. The Wigwam is located just minutes from Surprise Stadium, Goodyear Ball Park, Camelback Ranch, and The Peoria Sports Complex, the Spring Training homes of four Major League teams.
University of Phoenix Stadium
Home of the Arizona Cardinals NFL football team and the 2008 Super Bowl. Maryland Avenue and Bethany Home Road between the Loop 101 and 91st Ave, Glendale.
US Airways Center
Home of the Phoenix Suns, Arizona Rattlers arena football team and Phoenix Mercury, The US Airways Center hosts more than 200 diverse sports and entertainment events each year. 201 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix (602) 379-7800
Wildlife World Zoo
The Wildlife World Aquarium's campus-like design is unique with some 75 indoor exhibits featuring fish, mammals, birds, invertebrates, amphibians, and reptiles located in three, soon to be four, buildings. 16501 W. Northern Avenue, Litchfield Park (623) 935-WILD (9453)
Phoenix Musical Instrument Museum
Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) celebrates global musical diversity through live presentations of high-quality traditional, contemporary, instrumental, and vocal music from around the world.
















