10 Things to Do While Visiting Mesa, Arizona

Bo Thornton
Mesa is a city that is located in Arizona. Over 461,000 people call this city home. Mesa is the United States' 38th largest city. It is larger than more well-known cities like St. Louis, Oakland, and Miami. With a history dating back over 1,900 years, Mesa is a very old city. It is a charming desert city. Let's take a look at vacationing in Mesa, Arizona.

10. Dana Park

Dana Park is a shopping area that is located in Mesa, Arizona. If you enjoy upscale shopping at its finest, this a place you will enjoy. Gourmet foods, fine dining, home accessories, fashion clothing, and jewelry can all be enjoyed here.

9. Rose Garden at Mesa Community College

The Rose Garden at Mesa Community College is a rose garden that is located in Mesa, Arizona. The garden is simply massive, and is the largest garden of its kind in the entire Desert Southwest. Most types of roses can be viewed here.

8. Park of the Canals

Park of the Canals is a park that is located in Mesa, Arizona. At 31 acres, the park is a relatively large one. One highlight of the park is its botanical garden featuring many varieties of cacti.

7. Saguaro Lake Ranch Trail Rides

Saguaro Lake Ranch Trail Rides is a company that offers guides tours of the amazing trails that surround beautiful Saguaro Lake in Mesa, Arizona. Gorgeous mountain vistas, and stunning desert scenery can easily be viewed.

6. Desert Belle Paddleboat Cruises

Desert Belle Paddleboat Cruises is a company that offers paddleboat cruises on beautiful Saguaro Lake in Mesa, Arizona. The cruises last an hour and a half.

5. Salt River Tubing and Recreation

Salt River Tubing and Recreation is a company that offers tubing adventures on the Salt River in Mesa, Arizona. See fascinating views of the desert surrounds as you lazily float down the Salt River.

4. Commemorative Air Force Museum

Commemorative Air Force Museum is a museum that is located in Mesa, Arizona. This museum is all about the history of the Air Force, and its great fighter planes and missions.

3. Matta's

Matta's is a restaurant that is located in Mesa, Arizona. Open since 1953, Matta's is arguably the top Mexican restaurant in the city. It is usually filled with locals, and that is an indication that it is a local favorite. Enjoy authentic Mexican dishes here.

2. RT O'Sullivan's Bar and Grill

RT O'Sullivan's Bar and Grill is a bar and grill that is located in Mesa, Arizona. For a drink while watching your favorite team play, this is the place to go.

1. Westgate Painted Mountain Country Club

Westgate Painted Mountain Country Club is a country club that is located in Mesa, Arizona. Enjoy great golf and stunning views at this top notch golf resort.

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www.visitmesa.com

Published by Bo Thornton

Bo Thornton is a freelance writer and blogger from rural America. Topics of interest include sports, fitness, and traveling. He currently writes for two websites, and is very happy so far.  View profile

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