Scottsdale’s Old Town should be on the itinerary of every visitor to the town. Scottsdale has been called ‘The West’s Most Western Town’ and the Old Town provides a genuine flavor of life in the region in years past. Visitors will find themselves transported into a scene from the Wild West, with rustic buildings and wooden sidewalks. Each shop features a hitching post where riders may tie their mounts. A variety of typical establishments may be found here including specialty merchandise vendors, sellers of customary Western wear and many restaurants and diners. Many buildings of historical interest are to be found in the locality.
With a new orientation as a trendy and fashionable place to be, Old Town is now more attractive than ever. The renowned Fifth Avenue shops continue to attract a wide selection of patrons with a mesmerizing variety of specialty stores. Here you will find traditional shoes, clothing and galleries of Native American art, handicrafts and jewelry.
Over the years Scottsdale Old Town has acquired a reputation as the location of a vast number of fine art galleries. The works of famed as well as less well known artists may be found in these galleries, with a diverse selection of artistic styles on display. The streets which cater to artists are a delightful location for a leisurely stroll; a highlight is the Thursday evening ‘art walk’.
In recent years the Scottsdale Waterfront has becoming one of the fastest developing zones in the locale. Constructed on the sides of the Arizona Canal the Waterfront features art, shops and restaurants. A refreshing oasis on the desert landscape, the locality contains a waterfall and fountains of gushing water.
Numerous restaurants offering delectable cuisine are to be found on the Waterfront, including a wide variety of culinary styles. Choose from P.F. Chang’s China Bistro, a renowned establishment for typical Chinese food; Wildfish Seafood Grille, offering seafood and quality steaks of the first order; and Sauce, with its specialty thin crust pizza and superb selection of wines, as well as many others.
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