Phoenix is a place where it's easy to migrate between high culture and low, resort escapes and local hangouts, outdoor adventure and poolside lounging. Phoenix is the anchor of the Phoenix metropolitan area, also known as the Valley of the Sun, which in turn is part of the Salt River Valley. The metropolitan area is the 11th largest by population in the United States, with approximately 4.73 million people as of 2017.

If you’re planning (or contemplating) a visit to Phoenix, this is a great place to start. You can order travel and trail guides, learn the city’s personality—and meet some of the city's personalities—, get the lay of the land, browse photos and videos and more.