TEMPE IS A TERRIFIC PLACE TO VISIT

Find a quick bite, a beautiful view, or whatever scene you are looking for within steps of Downtown Tempe.

The Tempe block-letter art sign on Mill Avenue across from Tempe Beach Park.

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We want you, your team, and your WordPress friends to have a great time in Tempe.

Pick a guide below, or reach out if you need a hand planning the trip.

A bartender serving drinks at Caffe Boa in Tempe.

Food & drink

Nearby restaurants, cafés, bars, and local favourites around PressConf HQ.

Desert sunrise from Hayden Butte overlooking Tempe.

Outdoor escapes

Desert trails, lakeside paths, gardens, and viewpoints within easy reach.

Sunrise near Tempe and Papago Park.

Essentials

Groceries, pharmacies, healthcare, repairs, and practical stops near HQ.

THERE’S PLENTY TO DO AND EXPLORE

Sunset reflected across Tempe Town Lake.
  • Hayden Butte: a short, steep hike steps from the hotel with sunrise and sunset views.
  • Tempe Town Lake: waterfront paths for walking, running, cycling, and conversation.
  • Mill Avenue and ASU: restaurants, cafés, nightlife, and campus energy nearby.
  • Greater Phoenix: Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, and Gilbert are all within an easy ride.
  • South Mountain: one of the country’s largest urban parks, with trails and a drive-up summit.

HOST HOTEL

Tempe Mission Palms hotel in Downtown Tempe.

PressConf US 2026 was hosted at Tempe Mission Palms, a four-star Hyatt resort in Downtown Tempe near Hayden Butte, Tempe Town Lake, Mill Avenue, and Valley Metro Rail.

60 E 5th Street, Tempe, Arizona 85281 · +1 (480) 894-1400

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