Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Tempe travel guide

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You're Going to Love Tempe

With a population of 161,719, Tempe is a must-see destination in Arizona, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Tempe has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Tempe

If you’re looking for affordable options, House of Tricks (114 E. 7th St.) and The Dhaba (1874 E. Apache Rd.) are great picks. For delicious green meals, The Golden Pineapple Craft Lounge (2700 S Mill Ave) and The Craftsman Cocktails & Kitchen - Tempe (1006 E Warner Rd) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Tempe.

When to visit Tempe

Tempe in July
Estimated hotel price
$109
1 night at 3-star hotel
Tempe in July
Estimated hotel price
$109
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Tempe in July, when the average temperature is 89.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 104 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 50 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 1.2″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Tempe, with an average rainfall of 0.1″.

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How to Get to Tempe

Plane

When flying to Tempe, you’ll arrive at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX), which is located 4 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Tempe is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 8 miles from Tempe. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Carzi, among others, in Phoenix.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Tempe, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Tempe takes 385 miles and will cost you around $100. From Las Vegas, the ticket costs about $84 for a journey of 390 miles. The most popular bus station is Tempe Rural Rd & Tyler St, located 0.7 miles from downtown Tempe. Tempe Macayo's Depot Cantina is also a commonly used station, and is 0.4 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Tempe, you’ll arrive at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX), which is located 4 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Tempe is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 8 miles from Tempe. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Carzi, among others, in Phoenix.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Tempe, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Tempe takes 385 miles and will cost you around $100. From Las Vegas, the ticket costs about $84 for a journey of 390 miles. The most popular bus station is Tempe Rural Rd & Tyler St, located 0.7 miles from downtown Tempe. Tempe Macayo's Depot Cantina is also a commonly used station, and is 0.4 miles from the city center.

Airports near Tempe

PRCPrescott
PHXPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl
AZAPhoenix-Mesa Gateway

Airlines serving Tempe

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,245 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Tempe

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hyatt House Tempe/Phoenix/University and Comfort Inn & Suites Tempe Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Tempe, with prices from $22 to $1,164 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Tempe are about 43% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Tempe by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Tempe

Most booked hotels in Tempe

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Drury Plaza Hotel Phoenix Tempe
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 1302 reviews)
$107+
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Omni Tempe Hotel At Asu
4 stars
Excellent (9, 183 reviews)
$183+
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Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 536 reviews)
$232+
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Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 270 reviews)
$367+
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Talking Stick Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 709 reviews)
$165+
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Marriott Phoenix Resort Tempe at The Buttes
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 387 reviews)
$212+
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Renting a car in Tempe

Renting a car in Tempe costs $42 per day, on average, or $127 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 22% cheaper than airport locations in Tempe.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Tempe (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Tempe is Intermediate (Mazda Mazda3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Tempe costs $42 per day, on average, or $127 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 22% cheaper than airport locations in Tempe.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Tempe (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Tempe is Intermediate (Mazda Mazda3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Tempe

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$32/day

Compact

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$34/day

Intermediate
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