Mesa Art & History Walk
History buffs, foodies, vintage shoppers and art connoisseurs
love this off the beaten path exploration of Mesa's historic Main Street!
(Note: This is not a foodie tour--but we can't help but include at least one sip & sample from our favorite eatery)
Cost: $25 per person
love this off the beaten path exploration of Mesa's historic Main Street!
(Note: This is not a foodie tour--but we can't help but include at least one sip & sample from our favorite eatery)
Cost: $25 per person
Why come to Mesa?
Mesa is the largest suburb of Phoenix and borders both Tempe the Tonto National Forest. It's charming downtown hosts some of the valley's best museums, art centers and culinary hangouts. Here are a few reasons to put Mesa on your bucket list!
1) Our tour-the Mesa Art & History Walk. This might sound a little precocious but in our two hour walk you can check off a handful of reasons to come. Here they are:
1) Our tour-the Mesa Art & History Walk. This might sound a little precocious but in our two hour walk you can check off a handful of reasons to come. Here they are:
- See the magnificent architecture of the Mesa,Arizona Temple built in 1927. This is one of the first temples built by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The grounds are impeccable, the frieze is unmatched.
- Check out the Mesa Art Center. Winning multiple awards for it's architecture, it also boasts the best contemporary art museum in Arizona. With 5 side by side galleries you get an eyeful of fascinating art for sure!
- See, touch and feel the valley's largest bronze statue collection. These statues line our charming Main Street giving it depth of character and rich storytelling.
- Our up and coming foodie scene boasts a handful of award winning eateries. Namely, Republica Empanada, Worth TakeAway, and Proof Bread just to name a few. Come on our tour to find out more!
Tour Highlights
Hmmmm... the whole tour! Not to brag or anything, but Mesa just got listed by Expedia as one of America's Most Artistic Towns. Read More Here
Hmmmm... the whole tour! Not to brag or anything, but Mesa just got listed by Expedia as one of America's Most Artistic Towns. Read More Here
Starting Point: In front of Deseret Book located at 445 E. Main Street in Mesa, AZ
Getting there
- If you are driving, set your mapping app to the Mesa Drive and Main Street Park & Ride. Look towards Main Street and you will see the massive temple. Walk towards it and cross the street at LeSueur (there is a light here) Once you get across the street make a slight right. We'll meet right in front of Deseret Book.
- To take the light rail, simply get off at the Mesa Drive and Main Street Park & Ride and cross the street at LeSueur. Make a slight right and you'll see Deseret Book facing Main Street. We'll meet out front!
Global Impact:
- Religious tolerance and understanding: Discover what religious persecution had to do with the formation of Mesa.
Make it a Day! Here are a few options:
Stay Downtown:
Stay Downtown:
- Visit one of our coffee shops or restaurants
- Check out our charming antique shops
- Spend time at the Arizona Natural History Museum
- Research your ancestors at the Family Search Center.
- Usery Mountain Pass Park: Part of the Tonto National Forest and the Sonoran Desert means this is a great place to see the unique natural beauty of the Sonoran Desert. Choose from a few hikes at different levels of difficulty.https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/park-locator/usery-mountain-regional-park/
- Goldfield Ghost Town: Explore this rebuilt ghost town inspired by the discovery of gold near the Superstition Mountain. http://goldfieldghosttown.com/
- Saguaro Lake Ranch: From here you can explore the Salt River via Kayak! https://www.saguarolakeranch.com/
Don't see a time you like? Schedule a Private Tour!