Aug 15, 2019
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Where to Escape the Heat near Phoenix, AZ

When it’s hot here in Arizona, it can be pretty dang hot. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the best places to go to lower that body temperature. Read on to find out the best ways to escape the heat right here in Avondale.

Note: Though there’s of course plenty to experience in Phoenix, we’ve focused on some spots (even) closer to home.


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Avondale Historic Corridor

Spend some time strolling around our unique downtown, stopping into the various shops and restaurants to get out of the hot sun. This is always a fun way to spend an afternoon.

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Desert Diamond Casino

If you’re feeling lucky, head out to Desert Diamond Casino and play a few rounds. Be careful- we recommend setting a spending limit at the beginning of the night so you don’t end up losing your life savings.

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Tierra Verde Lake Park

Heading to this park out in Litchfield is cooling to both the body and soul. We find just sitting be the water to be a peaceful, refreshing experience.

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A dog plunges underwater in a swimming pool and stares into the camera looking cute.TJ’s Homestyle Restaurant

If you’re looking to grab some food, stop into TJ’s Homestyle Restaurant for unique cooking and décor.

Equinox Hot Air Balloon Ride

The air is surprisingly cool at higher altitudes, so get up there in a hot air balloon! This ride leaves from our neighboring city-buddy of Goodyear and will cruise you out over the picturesque Sonoran Desert.

Goodyear Community Pool

Speaking of Goodyear, what more classic way to cool down than to go swimming? Goodyear Community Pool boasts diving boards for the adventurous and swim lanes for the driven. They also have special events like movie nights and offer swimming lessons. So go and immerse yourself in liquid!

Get Inside a New Ride

Another great way to stay cool is to have an air-conditioned metal box on wheels that you can take around town and hop inside whenever you feel too hot. We offer a lot of these here at Earnhardt Honda Avondale! Stop on by any time and have a look at our inventory, or contact us with further questions. Thanks for reading!