Discover Scottsdale
47 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Hotel Valley Ho Parking Garage Rooftop
Offers spectacular views of Old Town Scottsdale and the surrounding landscape, perfect for capturing city skylines and sunsets.
Taliesin West—Frank Lloyd Wright
The former winter home of Frank Lloyd Wright, featuring unique and innovative architecture perfect for architectural photography.
Pinnacle Peak
Although not directly in Cave Creek, this nearby peak offers stunning views and is a popular spot for landscape and sunset photography.
Tom's Thumb
A popular hiking spot with unique rock formations, Tom's Thumb offers panoramic views of Scottsdale and the surrounding landscape, making it a great location for nature and adventure photography.
Tom's Thumb Trail
A scenic hiking trail with panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, offering excellent opportunities for nature and landscape photography.
Old Town Scottsdale
A vibrant area filled with shops, restaurants, and art galleries, offering a lively setting for street photography.
Sunrise Trail to Sunrise Peak
Located in nearby Scottsdale, this trail offers stunning views of the Sonoran Desert and is ideal for landscape and sunrise photography.
Old Town Scottsdale Mural Alleys
Vibrant alleys filled with murals and public art, offering unique and colorful photography opportunities.
The Saguaro Scottsdale
A vibrant and colorful hotel perfect for photographers, with friendly staff encouraging photo shoots. The hotel features brightly colored walls and vignettes reminiscent of its Palm Springs counterpart.
McDowell Sonoran Preserve
The largest municipal preserve in the United States, offering vast desert landscapes and opportunities for wildlife photography.
Always Sunny in Scottsdale Mural at Hotel Valley Ho
A famous mural located at the Hotel Valley Ho, known for its vibrant colors and perfect for capturing fun and artsy photos.
Pinnacle Peak Park
A scenic park known for its impressive rock formations and hikes, offering stunning views and unique photography opportunities for landscape and nature photography.
Taliesin West
The former winter home of Frank Lloyd Wright, this estate features unique architecture, offering a historical and architectural photography experience.
Downtown Scottsdale
Known for its vibrant nightlife, shopping, and dining, Downtown Scottsdale offers a lively atmosphere for street and urban photography.
Scottsdale Waterfront & Arizona Canal
This waterfront area offers a mix of modern architecture and natural scenery, providing a blend of urban and landscape photography opportunities.
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA)
An intimate museum with unique design elements and rotating exhibits, offering a blend of art and architecture for photographers.
Quartz Trail
A challenging trail in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve known for its wildflowers and scenic views, ideal for nature photography.
Southwest Experience Center
A modern building with cutting-edge design, offering sleek architecture and interior spaces ideal for capturing contemporary portraits and professional branding.
Hotel Valley Ho
A hotel with a mix of modern and vintage styles, providing an interesting backdrop for architectural and lifestyle photography.
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The Civic Center Plaza
Known for its large LOVE sculpture, lush green areas, and fountains, this plaza provides a variety of backdrops for street and urban photography.
Beredena’s Coffee
A modern coffee shop with a minimalist interior, featuring contrasting colors and textures ideal for minimalist photography.
Scottsdale Waterfront
A scenic canal trail in the heart of Scottsdale, perfect for capturing sunset moments and urban landscapes.
Civic Center Plaza
A public space with significant public art installations, offering a blend of urban and artistic photography opportunities.
Bischoff’s at the Park
A hidden gem with an ivy-covered wall, offering a lush green backdrop for photography, similar to scenes found in San Francisco. Ideal for capturing unique urban textures.
Bischoff’s at the Park in Old Town
Known for its lush ivy-covered wall, Bischoff's provides a charming backdrop for street photography or portraits.
Always Sunny in Scottsdale Mural
A cheerful mural located at Hotel Valley Ho, perfect for bright and uplifting photos.
Market Street at DC Ranch
A bustling commercial area with modern architecture and lively street life. It's ideal for street and architectural photography.
Scottsdale Quarter
A shopping center with urban landscapes and great views from its parking garages, ideal for urban-themed photography.
The Southwest Experience Center
This location offers a unique blend of modern architecture and sleek interiors, making it ideal for capturing business or lifestyle portraits. The center's design trends create a visually stunning backdrop for any type of photography.
Fashion Square & The Sugar Bowl
A bustling shopping area with an iconic ice cream shop, providing opportunities for vibrant street and lifestyle photography.
The Bistro at the Libation Room
A cozy bistro with a warm atmosphere, ideal for capturing intimate dining scenes and nightlife photography.
Sugar Bowl
An iconic old ice cream shop in Old Town, offering a nostalgic setting for photos. Try to capture a pink booth for the best shots.
Selfie Museum
A fun location with interactive exhibits perfect for creative and playful photography.
Berdena’s Coffee
An airy cafe with a modern interior, offering a minimalist backdrop for photography. The pops of color and textures provide interesting visual elements.
Old Town Tavern
A historic building with a lush ivy-covered wall, offering a charming backdrop for portraits and street photography.
Scottsdale Greenery Area
A serene area with lush greenery, perfect for capturing candid moments and nature photography.
Fashion Square
A vibrant shopping destination with a mix of modern and upscale architecture. Offers opportunities for capturing urban lifestyle and shopping scenes.
Tempe Marketplace
A bustling shopping center with a vibrant atmosphere, offering opportunities for street and candid photography.
Berdena's Coffee
A cozy coffee shop with a modern interior and minimalist aesthetic, suitable for lifestyle and interior photography.
DC Ranch Marketplace, Scottsdale
While not in Goodyear, this marketplace offers urban and architectural photography opportunities with its modern design and vibrant atmosphere.
Berenada’s Coffee
An airy cafe with a minimalist interior, perfect for capturing modern and chic coffee culture photos.
Prep and Pastry
A charming brunch spot with a warm atmosphere, ideal for capturing indoor and outdoor dining moments.
Bicycle Haus
A unique spot for urban photography, capturing the essence of cycling culture in Scottsdale.
Sugar Bowl & Fashion Square
A classic ice cream shop located near Fashion Square, offering a nostalgic setting for street and cultural photography.
The Sugar Bowl & Fashion Square
This historic ice cream shop is a nostalgic spot in Old Town Scottsdale, offering a colorful backdrop for photography.
Teaspressa
A tea shop with a simple yet creative typographic branding, offering a unique backdrop for photos. The large 'C’est La Tea' sign is a great prop for impactful shots.
Flowers Across Eldorado on 1st
A colorful and vibrant spot with beautiful floral arrangements, perfect for capturing bright and cheerful photos.