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Old Jan 6th, 2014, 07:10 PM
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Tempe - last minute trip

Last minute trip for 2.5 days in Tempe. Will likely not have a car. Any suggestions on what to see or do. Craft shows, antique stores, historic areas?
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Old Jan 6th, 2014, 07:38 PM
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There is a light rail that will get you around easily. Then just do a search of things to do. Heard Museum is good.
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opps!
http://phoenix.about.com/library/blmaplightrail01.htm
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Old Jan 7th, 2014, 03:41 AM
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Wow, thanks! That helps a lot!
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Also, Phoenix Museum of Art. Taliesen West, Frank Lloyd Wright's home, is very interesting but farther out so transportation may be a problem.
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Old Jan 7th, 2014, 08:07 AM
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I've seen several of the FL Wright's home, so I like the idea of seeing Taliesen West.
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Taliesen West is great but as mentioned, it will be tough to get to on public transit.

Another great spot is The MIM - Musical Instruments Museum, but it too is pretty far out. We spent several hours there and it wasn't nearly enough time!
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Successful weekend in Tempe. Light rail worked out well when we needed to get to Phoenix - literally door-to-door service. Ended up renting a car to go to Taliesen West - cheaper than a cab -- and it allowed us time to go to Old Scottsdale. Would love to go back when we have more time.

Was a bit disappointed in Taliesen West. Can't quite put my finger on it, but it didn't wow me like the other buildings.
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