Mesa may be an itsy-bitsy place with handful of attractions, yet it is so beautifully maintained and located that you will always find it alluring if you see it from a visitor's eye. Its notable tourist sites are highly rich in colors and significance that they keep the city at the forefront whenever it comes to decide on a holiday destination. Pour in this tiny land and gift yourself a memorable experience.
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Arizona Museum of Natural History
Founded in 1977, Arizona Museum of Natural History is a true place to indulge with the heritage and culture of Spanish Southwest and Territory Arizona. Arizona Museum of Natural History preserves the traces and artifacts related to Southwest culture, heritage, art, history and anthropology. Its educational programs allow visitors to get insights of how life originated on earth and also transport you to the time when our planet was home to gargantuan dinosaurs.
Address: 53 North Macdonald, Mesa, Arizona 85201
Phone: 480.644.2230
Operation Hours: Tuesday-Friday (10:00 am-5:00 pm); Saturday (11:00 am-5:00 pm); Sunday (1:00 pm-5:00 pm)
Website: www.azmnh.org
Mesa Arts Center
The architecture of Mesa Arts Center, nestled in the downtown Mesa, can make your hair stand on end. This international award winning building is the largest arts center in Arizona. It comprises 14 art studios, four theaters, and five art galleries, and hosts live entertainment shows and performances, visual art exhibitions, and also conducts arts education classes. Most admirable place for the art aficionados.
Address: 1 East Main Street, Mesa, AZ 85201
Phone: 480.644.6500
Website: www.mesaartscenter.com
Hohokam Stadium
Named after Hohokam Indians, the Hohokam Stadium is also called 'Dwight W. Patterson Field'. It is a renowned basketball park which has a seating capacity of 12,500 people. Today, it is also revered as an essential spot for the spring training of Major League Baseball's Oakland Athletics.
Address: 1235 North Center Street, Mesa, AZ 85201
Phone: 480.644.4451
Website: www.mesaaz.gov/things-to-do/hohokam-stadium
Mesa Grande
Mesa Grande Cultural Park preserves and showcases a premium collection of Hohokam structures which were built during the ancient times. Hohokam water canals are amongst such great structures.
Address: 1000 North Date, Mesa, AZ 85201
Phone: 480.644.3553
Operation Hours: Monday (12:00 pm-4:00 pm); Wednesday-Friday (10:00 am-2:00 pm); Saturday (10:00 am-4:00 pm); Sunday(10:00 am-12:00 am)
Website: www.azmnh.org/arch/mesagrande.aspx
Mesa Arizona Temple
People fondly called it Lamanite Temple. Amongst the six Latter-day Saints built in Arizona, Mesa Arizona Temple is the first one to be built. Every year, it hosts many significant events that represent the culture and heritage of Mesa. One such event is Mesa Arizona Easter Pageant Jesus the Christ, and you will surprised to know that it is known as the world's largest annual outdoor Easter pageant. Besides, the visitor center located north to the temple also hosts myriads of activities and runs videos and displays. The statue of Jesus Christ, built by a famous Danish artist, Bertel Thorvaldsen, is also a treat to watch.
Address: 1235 North Center Street, Mesa, AZ 85201
Phone: 480.644.4451
Operation Hours: Tuesday-Saturday (5:30 am-7:30 pm)
Website: www.lds.org/church/temples/mesa-arizona?lang=eng
Mesa Amphitheatre
It is a noted convention center which hosts copious of events, festivals and concerts throughout the year. More than 3 million people congregate this open air concert center every year. Now you know how prominent facility it is.
Address: 263 North Center Street, Mesa, AZ 85201
Starfighters Arcade
Those who have huge appetite for vintage arcade games can pop in the Starfighters Arcade. This arcade collectors club is a great platform to enjoy your favorite arcade games for long hours at reasonable prices. Other than the games of your choice, you are supplied with endless number of new games to discover and play until you want to.
Address: 4840 E Jasmine Street, Suite 102, Mesa, AZ
Phone: 480.688.0356
Operation Hours: Friday and Saturday (7:00 pm-11:00 pm)
Website: www.starfightersarcade.com
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